Heather Chen, MD

Dr. Heather Chen studied Biomedical Engineering at University of Southern California and was valedictorian of her Viterbi School of Engineering class. She then received her medical degree from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. She completed her Ophthalmology residency at the Shiley Eye Institute at University of California, San Diego. She was awarded the Lamont Ericson Award for outstanding patient care by a resident at UCSD. Dr. Chen is trained in comprehensive ophthalmology and cataract surgery, include premium lens implantation and combined minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. She has been with our practice since 2021 and is board certified by American Board of Ophthalmology. In her spare time, Dr. Chen enjoys hiking, Zumba, painting, and spending time with her family. Languages: English, some Spanish, some Mandarin.