4.5
17 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Thomas Choi treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and posterior vitreous detachment, and performs eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography. He practices ophthalmology and has 37 years of experience. He is affiliated with Downey Regional Medical Center and PIH Health Hospital Whittier.
Dr. Choi earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. He sees patients in Whittier and Downey, California, and speaks Korean and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Choi 4.53 out of 5.
Dr. Choi earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at UCLA Medical Center. He sees patients in Whittier and Downey, California, and speaks Korean and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Choi 4.53 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- speaks Korean, Spanish
- Ucla Medical Center
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Thomas Boohun Choi has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Thomas Boohun Choi, MD | Dr. Jonathan Pirnazar, MD | Dr. Tom Tooma, MD | Dr. Christopher Lyon, M.D., Ph.D., M.Sc. |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 37 Years of Experience | 31 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience | 47 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Korean, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Whittier , CA | Plata , CA | Newport Beach , CA | Newport Beach , CA |
| Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | Med School: Yale University School of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Boohun Choi
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Thomas Boohun Choi has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Thomas Boohun Choi has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
Dr. Thomas Boohun Choi holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1989.
NPI Number
Dr. Choi's NPI number is 1477555985.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dr. Thomas Choi accepting new patients?
- Dr. Thomas Choi has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Thomas Choi accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Choi accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Choi affiliated with?
- Dr. Thomas Choi is affiliated with Downey Regional Medical Center and Pih Health Hospital Whittier.
- Where is Dr. Thomas Choi's office located?
- Dr. Thomas Choi's office is located at 12401 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA, 90602.
- Does Dr. Thomas Choi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Thomas Choi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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