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Dr. Richard Abbott, MD

Dr. Richard Abbott, MD

Ophthalmology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Abbott, MD is an ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1971. He is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

8 Koret Way San Francisco, CA 94143
(415) 476-3705

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Abbott specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Abbott, MD is an ophthalmologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1971. He is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Ocular Oncology Clinic8 Koret Way San Francisco, CA 94143
1
Office1635 Divisadero St Ste 625 San Francisco, CA 94115
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94143
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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