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Dr. Karen Hu, MD

Ophthalmology*
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7 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Karen Hu, MD

Dr. Karen Hu, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Chicago, IL. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 7 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from City University of New York School of Medicine and is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital and UI Health. Patients rated Dr. Hu an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Hu works at Practice in Chicago, IL with other offices in Saratoga Springs, NY and New York, NY. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Hu's Office Locations

  1. 1
    University Optical
    1855 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 996-6590
  2. 2
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    3050 Route 50 Ste 2, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 587-8400
  3. 3
    New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
    310 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (312) 996-6590

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  • Saratoga Hospital
  • UI Health

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    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 7 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1043745151
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • City University of New York School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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