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Dr. Meyoung C. Ryu, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

500 Alamitos Ave. Long Beach CA, 90802

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Dr. Meyoung Ryu is a podiatrist practicing in Long Beach, CA. Dr. Ryu is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Ryu diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.

Education and Training

University of California, San Diego Bachelor Degree 0

New York College of Podiatric Medicine Doctor of Podiatric Medicine 0

Provider Details

Female Spanish

Areas of expertise and specialization

treatment of the foot, ankle, and related parts of the leg

Internships

  • St. Johns Episcopal Medical Center

Hobbies / Sports

  • playing the piano and flute, running, snowboarding, kickboxing, and surfing

Dr. Meyoung C. Ryu, DPM's Practice location

Practice At 500 Alamitos Ave.

500 Alamitos Ave. -
Long Beach, CA 90802
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New patients: 562-429-2473, 562-432-5661
Fax: 562-429-7503

Optum Primary and Specialty Care

8311 Florence Ave -
Downey, CA 90240
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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Meyoung C. Ryu, who serves patients in Downey, California.

In practice for over two decades, Dr. Ryu is a highly trained podiatrist specializing in the treatment of the foot, ankle, and related parts of the leg. She is affiliated with Optum Medical Group, seeing patients at the office in Downey, California.

Optum is a multi-specialty medical group, providing both primary and specialty care to patients. An Optum Primary Care Physician (PCP) sees patients for everyday health, wellness, and illnesses. This is a “regular” or “family” doctor who usually specializes in internal medicine, family medicine, pediatrics, or general practice. A PCP understands the “big picture” of one’s health and takes care of or coordinates any kind of healthcare services they may need.

At the start of her academic career, Dr. Ryu earned her undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego, and her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine. She completed her internship at St. John’s Episcopal Medical Center in Far Rockaway, and her residency at St. Vincent Catholic Hospital and Medical Center in New York City, where she also served as the Chief Resident.

Board-certified in podiatric surgery, she is affiliated with Long Beach Medical Center, Lakewood Regional Medical Center & St. Mary’s Medical Center.

Podiatry is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of a variety of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or a foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. They can treat injuries and complications from ongoing health issues like diabetes.

Dr. Ryu’s personal interests include playing the piano and flute, running, snowboarding, kickboxing, and surfing.

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