Dr. Edward Chu O.D.
Optometrist
5901 E 7TH ST LONG BEACH CA, 90822About
Dr. Edward Chu is an optometrist practicing in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Chu specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Chu performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
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