Summary

Dr. Thao Nguyen is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and has been practicing for 35 years, bringing extensive experience to her patients. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in both Vietnamese and English, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Nguyen practices at UC San Diego Health in San Diego, California, and maintains her hospital affiliation with University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center. She focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her expertise includes performing retinal imaging, comprehensive eye exams, and vision testing to help diagnose and monitor eye conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 35 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Vietnamese, English
  • University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

UC San Diego Health

9415 Compass Point Dr SSan Diego, CA 92126
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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3.7 
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35 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Vietnamese, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Farsi
San Diego , CAChula Vista , CAChula Vista , CAChula Vista , CA
Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: UCSF Med School: National Autonomous University of Mexico Med School: University of California San Diego (UCSD)
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thao Nguyen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thao Nguyen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thao Nguyen has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Oklahoma College Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Thao Nguyen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thao Nguyen accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Thao Nguyen speak?
Dr. Thao Nguyen speaks Vietnamese and English.
Is Dr. Thao Nguyen accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Thao Nguyen affiliated with?
Dr. Thao Nguyen is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thao Nguyen?
You can find contact information for Dr. Thao Nguyen here on Vitals.

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