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4 reviews
February 27, 2020
Dr. Shen and the folks there are excellent
February 26, 2020
I have always been impressed with Dr. Shen and the staff in the way they care for people.
February 19, 2020
Dr. Shen and her assistants are always professional and courteous, and are friendly, and always recognize me even tho' months have passed since the previous visit. No improvement necessary, thank you.
February 3, 2020
dr. Shen is the best!
About Tueng T. Shen
Tueng Shen, M.D., Ph.D., is a cataract and cornea surgeon at the Eye Institute at Harborview Medical Center. She is also a UW professor of Ophthalmology and adjunct professor of both Global Health and Bioengineering.
Dr. Shen is passionate about restoring vision to patients and improving their quality of life.
She strongly believes that patients deserve a physician who listens, keeps them well-informed and is a partner in accomplishing the best treatment plan customized to their needs. Her clinical work also drives her cutting-edge research.
Dr. Shen is expert in cataract, refractive, stem cell and corneal surgeries, and medical management of all areas of corneal disease.
Dr. Shen's research group focuses on developing innovative solutions to treating global blindness by leveraging technological advancements. Examples of specific projects include developing the next generation of artificial cornea using advanced polymer research.
Personal Interests
Dr. Shen enjoys spending time with her husband and two daughters. She expresses herself artistically through Chinese calligraphy, Chinese watercolor, photography and sculpture. She frequently donates her artwork to local communities and organizations in order to raise funds for vision care.
Education and Training
Harvard Medical School
Medical education, 1997
Mount Auburn Hospital
Internship, General Internal Medicine
Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School Program