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Dr. Brian Chen

Ophthalmology Glaucoma Specialist

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Dr. Brian Chen

Ophthalmology Glaucoma Specialist

San Gabriel, CA

Areas of Expertise

Cataract Surgery With Advanced IOLs
Glaucoma Drainage Implants (Tube Shunts)
Laser Treatments for Glaucoma (SLT, LPI)
Combined CataractGlaucoma Surgery

About Me

Dr. Brian Chen is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in the medical and surgical care of cataracts, glaucoma, and complex anterior segment disease. A Los Angeles native, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cell Biology (Neurobiology) from UC Berkeley, completed a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics at Georgetown University, and received his MD from Drexel University College of Medicine. He then completed an internal medicine internship and ophthalmology residency at Hahnemann University Hospital, where he served as chief resident and earned the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching. Dr. Chen went on to a glaucoma fellowship at the University of South Florida, refining expertise across both minimally invasive and traditional glaucoma surgeries.Dr. Chen enjoys partnering with patients to personalize treatment plans—whether that means optimizing eye drop regimens, using laser therapy, or combining cataract surgery with glaucoma procedures to streamline recovery. He communicates clearly and welcomes questions so patients feel informed and confident at every step. He speaks English, Spanish, Mandarin, and Taiwanese.

Training

  • University of South Florida
    Glaucoma
    University of South Florida
    Fellowship
  • Ophthalmology
    Hahnemann University Hospital
    Residency
  • Medical Doctor (MD)
    Drexel University College of Medicine
    Medical School
  • Georgetown University
    MS, Physiology and Biophysics
    Georgetown University
    Masters / PhD
  • University of California, Berkeley
    BA, Molecular and Cell Biology (Neurobiology Emphasis)
    University of California, Berkeley
    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    CA, FL, PA
  • License Numbers:
    127719, TRN19262, MT195228

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