Pacific Northwest Eye Associates

Our board-certified and fellowship-trained ophthalmologists and experienced optometrists are committed to providing the highest level of care to all our patients. Pacific Northwest Eye Associates. the clear choice for all your eye care needs!

PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS: Dr. Chiu is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the Washington Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, as well as local and state medical societies.PERSONAL INTERESTS: Dr. Chiu enjoys traveling, sports, photography, and the excellent food scene in the Pacific Northwest.

Pacific Northwest Eye Associates has contracts with most major insurance plans. At the time you schedule your appointment, a patient service representatives will confirm your coverage and obtain a referral, if required, from your primary care physician. Our policy is to collect all co-payments and outstanding deductibles at the time service is rendered.

Many serious eye diseases occur without any warning signs. For this reason, regular eye examinations are important for preventing disease and maintaining high quality vision throughout your life. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends that everyone, even those individuals who don't wear glasses or contact lenses, should have their eyes examined every two years.

A comprehensive dilated eye exam is a painless visit in which the ophthalmologist (Eye MD) or optometrist examines your eyes to look for common vision problems and eye diseases, many of which have no early warning signs. Regular comprehensive eye exams can help you protect your sight and make sure that you are seeing your best.

A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging although the term "age-related" is a little misleading. You don't have to be a senior citizen to get this type of cataract. In fact, people can have an age-related cataract in their 40s and 50s.