Dr. Gary Whakuk Chung M.D.
Ophthalmologist
34719 6th Ave S Federal Way WA, 98003About
Dr. Gary Chung is an ophthalmologist practicing in Federal Way, WA. Dr. Chung specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Chung 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. Chung 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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