Hui Zhao, MD

Dr. Zhao’s journey in ophthalmology began with scientific research at Washington University in Missouri, where she made pioneering discoveries about age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, two common causes of blindness in the United States. Her research led to the exciting discovery of new mechanisms behind these diseases, and her findings were published in several prestigious scientific journals in the field of ophthalmology.

Motivated by a desire to make a more direct impact on patient care, Dr. Zhao transitioned from benchwork to bedside. She completed her internship in General Surgery and residency in Ophthalmology at Washington University. Dr. Zhao then undertook a fellowship in Cornea and External Eye Diseases at the renowned Francis I. Proctor Foundation at the University of California, San Francisco. During her fellowship, she worked alongside nationally recognized ophthalmologists and managed a large caseload of complex ocular surface and anterior segment eye diseases. Prior to joining Kitsap Eye Physicians, Dr. Zhao worked at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Sacramento, CA, where she performed a wide range of ophthalmic surgeries.

Dr. Zhao’s areas of expertise include medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases such as dry eyes, glaucoma, diabetes, macular degeneration, and state-of-the-art cataract surgery. She emphasizes open communication to ensure that her patients receive the best possible care. Dr. Zhao is a Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, the American Medical Association, and the Washington Academy of Eye Physicians and Surgeons.