Dr. Richard H Yook M.D.
Ophthalmologist
8940 Reseda Blvd Suite 103 Northridge CA, 91324Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Richard Yook is an ophthalmologist practicing in Northridge, CA. Dr. Yook specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Yook can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Yook can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1972
University of California 1972
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Type 2 Diabetes
Dr. Richard H Yook M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 8940 Reseda Blvd Suite 103
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