Dr. Natalie Chung

OphthalmologyComprehensive Ophthalmologist
Salinas, CA

Areas of Expertise

Advanced Technology Intraocular Lenses
Laser Procedures for Glaucoma and Secondary Cataract
Dry Eye Management
Comprehensive Eye Care
Postoperative Cataract Care
Preoperative Surgical Planning

About Me

Dr. Natalie Chung is a comprehensive ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon who joined Vantage Eye Center in 2022. She specializes in cataract surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), and laser procedures, providing thoughtful, patient-centered care through advanced surgical techniques. Dr. Chung is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, dedicated to ensuring clear vision and comfort for her patients.

She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts from Pomona College in 2011, where she developed a strong interest in community service through volunteer work at Lestonnac Free Clinic in Orange, California. Dr. Chung went on to earn her Medical Degree from the University of California, San Diego, cultivating a focused interest in visual systems and ophthalmology. She spent an additional year at Stanford University’s Hagey Laboratory for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, researching adipose-derived stromal cells and publishing multiple scholarly works. Her ophthalmology residency was completed at Loyola University Medical Center in Chicago, gaining extensive experience with advanced technology intraocular lenses and minimally invasive glaucoma procedures.

Dr. Chung’s academic work has been recognized with admission to the Sigma Xi Honors Society and a Rose Hills Foundation research grant. She has presented at national meetings, including the American Surgical Congress and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. Outside the clinic, she maintains a strong connection to the arts, including painting, drawing, and dance, and enjoys spending time with her family exploring the Monterey area.

Training

  • Pomona College

    BA, Fine Art

    2011

    Pomona College

    Undergraduate
  • Ophthalmology

    Loyola University Medical Center

    Residency
  • University of California, San Diego School of Medicine

    Medical Doctor (MD)

    University of California, San Diego School of Medicine

    Medical School

Awards & Honors

  • Sigma Xi Honors Society

    Sigma Xi

  • Rose Hills Foundation research grant

    Rose Hills Foundation

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
CA, IL
License Numbers
A177366, 125072110

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