Summary

Dr. Wendy Chen is an ophthalmologist who graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. She has provided comprehensive eye care for 18 years, developing expertise in treating common vision conditions. Dr. Chen is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Chen practices at Rhode Island Hospital and maintains offices in Providence, Rhode Island. She specializes in treating astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness. Her diagnostic capabilities include advanced imaging techniques such as MRI scans of the head and neck. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 18 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Wendy Shihwen Chen has 2 locations

Lifespan Physician Group Ophthalmology

1 Hoppin St Ste 202Providence, RI 02903
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

Lifespan Physician Group Ophthalmology

1 Hoppin St Ste 200Providence, RI 02903
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Wendy Shihwen Chen, MDDr. Gregory Todd Hofeldt, MDDr. Paul S Koch, MDDr. Babak Jian Seyedahmadi, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
2.7 
4.2 
18 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Portuguese Speaks Spanish, Portuguese Speaks English
Providence , RIFall River , MAWoonsocket , RIEast Weymouth , MA
Med School: Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wendy Shihwen Chen

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • GEHA
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wendy Shihwen Chen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wendy Shihwen Chen has the following 9 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Rhode Island, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown UniversityGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Wendy Chen speak?
Dr. Wendy Chen speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wendy Chen affiliated with?
Dr. Wendy Chen is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital.
Does Dr. Wendy Chen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wendy Chen accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Wendy Chen accepting new patients?
Dr. Wendy Chen is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Wendy Chen's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wendy Chen?
You can find contact information for Dr. Wendy Chen here on Vitals.

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