Summary

Dr. Thomas Chu is an ophthalmologist who graduated from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Mass Eye and Ear Infirmary. With four decades of experience treating eye conditions, he brings extensive expertise to his practice. Dr. Chu is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Chu maintains affiliations with Los Angeles Community Hospital at Norwalk and practices at multiple Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group locations throughout Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, North Hollywood, Torrance, Pasadena, Glendale, and Encino. He specializes in treating diabetic retinopathy and diabetic eye disease, as well as cataracts. His practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, along with comprehensive eye exams. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 40 years of experience
  • 55 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary
  • 22 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 12 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Gerald Chu has 12 locations

Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 380Los Angeles, CA 90017
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

12840 Riverside Dr Ste 333North Hollywood, CA 91607
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

9001 Wilshire Blvd Ste 301Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

3400 Lomita Blvd Ste 202Torrance, CA 90505
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

301 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 407Pasadena, CA 91105
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

1510 S Central Ave Ste 230Glendale, CA 91204
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

Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital

1225 Wilshire BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90017

California Hospital Medical Center

1401 S Grand AveLos Angeles, CA 90015

Providence Holy Cross Medical Center

15031 Rinaldi StMission Hills, CA 91345

Retina Vitreous Associates Medical Group

16661 VENTURA BLVD PH 900ENCINO, CA 91436
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Thomas Gerald Chu, MDDr. Ebbie Soroudi, MDDr. Babak Shabatian, MDDr. Arthur Benjamin, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
3.2 
3.5 
40 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English, Italian, Farsi Speaks Spanish, English, Farsi Speaks English, Russian, Spanish
Los Angeles , CABeverly Hills , CALancaster , CAWest Hollywood , CA
Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Gerald Chu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareMore
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • FamilyCare Health Plans
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Presbyterian Health Plan/Presbyterian Insurance Company
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Gerald Chu has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Gerald Chu has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Vision Issues
  • Vitrectomy

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Thomas Gerald Chu holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary.

Medical School

Graduated from Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Chu's NPI number is 1760482806.

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Is Dr. Thomas Chu accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Thomas Chu's office located?
Dr. Thomas Chu's office is located at 1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 380, Los Angeles, CA, 90017.
Does Dr. Thomas Chu accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Thomas Chu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Thomas Chu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Chu affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Chu is affiliated with Los Angeles Community Hospital At Norwalk.

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