Summary

Dr. Thomas Choi is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated 37 years to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency training at UCLA Medical Center. His extensive experience in the field has made him skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of eye disorders. Dr. Choi is fluent in Spanish and Korean, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Choi practices at both Downey Regional Medical Center and PIH Health Hospital Whittier, serving patients throughout Whittier, California and the surrounding areas. He specializes in treating glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, helping patients preserve their vision through careful monitoring and treatment. Choi also addresses posterior vitreous detachment, a common age-related eye condition. His practice includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to provide detailed assessments of eye health. Patients have given Dr. Choi an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 37 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Korean
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Boohun Choi has 2 locations

Pih Health Hospital Whittier

12401 Washington BlvdWhittier, CA 90602

Downey Regional Medical Center

11500 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90241

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4.5 
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37 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Korean Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi
Whittier , CANewport Beach , CAPlata , CASanta Monica , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: University Of Utah School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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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

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1989

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Dr. Thomas Choi's office is located at 12401 Washington Blvd, Whittier, CA, 90602.
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