Dr. Helen M. Wu MD
Ophthalmologist
2050 Pfingsten Rd Suite 280 & 220 Glenview IL, 60026About
Dr. Helen Wu is an ophthalmologist practicing in Glenview, IL. Dr. Wu specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Wu 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. Wu 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.
Education and Training
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1992
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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