Dr. Karen Shih M.D.
Ophthalmologist
323 N Mathilda Ave Sunnyvale CA, 94085About
Dr. Karen Shih is an ophthalmologist practicing in Sunnyvale, CA. Dr. Shih specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Shih 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. Shih 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
University of San Francisco Medical Centers
University of California 2004
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Uveitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
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