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Dr. Theodore Wu, MD

Dr. Theodore Wu, MD

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Theodore Wu, MD is an ophthalmologist in Richmond, VA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center and St. Mary's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 139 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (139 reviews)

Practice

400 Westham Station Rd Richmond, VA 23226
Telehealth available

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Dr. Wu's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wu

4.9
139 ratings, 109 with a written review
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5 Stars for Dr. Wu
I had cataract surgery on both eyes last year. The results are amazing. Saw Dr. Wu for one year follow up and am always impressed by him and his staff. Dr. Wu treats you like a person, not a number. He takes his time to answer any and all questions, is thorough and friendly. I highlyrecommend Dr. Wu and trust him with my eye care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 18, 2025
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Very positive and attentive to your eye issues.
Was taken back at the time of my appointment. Technician was very professional. Dr. Wu greeted me with his 'elbow bump' and gave me a nice evaluation of my eyes.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Frank Price Armistead – Apr 03, 2025
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Cataract Surgery
Dr. Wu preformed cataract surgery on both eyes 12 years ago. Before I couldn't read the large letters on a highway sign. Today I still don't use glasses to read. Nothing more that could ask than what he did. Dr. Wu is excellent!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John Stanford Thomasson – Feb 18, 2025
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Excellent doctor
Great surgery experience. Explained everything. Office visits were great. Never had to wait long.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 20, 2025
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Cataract Surgery
Dr. Wu and his team at Virginia Eye Institute are consistently and impressively professional. I have been associated with them for several years and find them to be efficient and caring all the time. Both cataract surgeries were done with care and attention to details. I have been very much at ease with Dr. Wu and the entire team. Dr. Wu is especially thorough and clear in diagnosing and in explaining his opinions and suggestions for treatment. I am confident and grateful for the whole experience and for my improved VISION! Thank you.Sister Maureen T. Carroll, SBS
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sister Maureen T. Carroll, SBS – Oct 25, 2024
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Best in my 74 years
I have been seeing Dr. Wu for 4 years and I can say he is the best ophthalmologist. He is attentive to patient needs and addresses each need. In addition, he is a great surgeon, a wonderful practitioner and so nice with whom to deal. I highly recommend Dr. Wu.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 05, 2024
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Excellent experience with LASIK
Dr. Wu conducted my LASIK surgery and I’ve had excellent results. The pre-op and post-op appointments answered questions and concerns I had and everything was explained. The procedure its self went great, and my vision improved immediately.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 29, 2024
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Excellence
Dr. Wu has an excellent reputation for excellence in care. He ensures you understand all that is involved with your procedure (pros and cons). He constantly monitors you during the procedure both verbally and with monitoring vital signs and other monitoring output. Follow-was empathetic and good feedback to my concerns and what to expect during healing. Highly recommend Dr Wu and his support staff.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda R. – Aug 25, 2024
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Excellent Dr
I had cataracts in both eyes and am extremely pleased with the results from Dr. Wu and his team. Highly recommend!! UPDATE: it is now a little over 1 year since my cataracts were removed and I couldn't be happier! My vision is back and I am grateful to Dr. Wu and his staff for an outstanding job. You don't find many providers that contact you on the same day as your surgery to check on you! Very impressed and highly recomment!!
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
No results
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James Taylor – Aug 12, 2024
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Kind
He took my cataracts off and inserted corrective lenses. I see so much better than before surgery. He listens and is kind and gentle. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Karen Olson – Jul 29, 2024
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Great experience!
I went to Dr. Wu to receive lasik correction. Dr. Wu and his entire staff were friendly and very helpful, from start to finish. They were all very personable. Dr. Wu did a fantastic job with my procedure. Ive had no issues and was seeing better the very next day. He made the procedure quick and easy. He has been very informative and has taken great care of my eyes. I highly recommend Dr. Wu and his team!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rob T. – Jun 25, 2024
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Dr. Wu is an excellent Ophthalmologist.
Dr. Wu sees my Mom, Dad and myself. He did laser surgery on my Dad’s eyes for cataracts and he can see clearly again. A couple of months ago he did laser surgery for cataracts on Mom’s eye. She’s doing well. He’s keeping a ‘eye’ out for both to make sure they both have healthy eyesight! Always advises and lets you know of anything he sees and what options you have. He also refers you to retina doctor when needed. Diseases cause many complications of your eye and Dr. Wu stays on top of anything he sees. Top Doc in my eyes!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Claire Baldwin, Gloria Bland and Robert Baldwin – Jun 11, 2024
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I HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR. WU
Recently I had bilateral cataract surgery and I cannot commend Dr. Wu highly enough for the manner in which the entire process was handled and for his attentive care throughout. He thoroughly explained what would be done. During both surgeries he was reassuring and professional. He worked well with his surgical staff and ensured I was comfortable. He answered my every question clearly and at every appointment, repeatedly asked if I had more questions. He is highly knowledgeable, safe and careful, and has an outstanding bedside manner.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 22, 2024
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Kind and has wonderful staff. Explains well
Explains any and all procedures as well as options Makes sure you are comfortable with decisions Has a compassionate staff Appointment times are respected
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2024
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Dr. Wu is outstanding. I highly recommend him.
Dr. Wu performed cataract surgery on both of my eyes. I was anxious about the surgery. When I met him initially, I was extremely impressed with his knowledge, and interpersonal skills. I immediately felt calm and comfortable with him. As a lawyer, I often ask countless questions of doctors. I have seen him about 9 or 10 times. I was extremely impressed with our discussions. He NEVER has acted like he had to hurry up with me so he could see his next patient. As a patient, I often see doctors appear to be extremely busy because they are seeing so many patients in a normal day, and they appear rushed. I consider his ability to calmly answer all my questions without acting rushed a truly outstanding characteristic. I am 76 years old, and I have seen numerous doctors throughout my life. I honestly would rate Dr. Woo as the best doctor I have known.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ronald McNeil – May 01, 2024
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I can see NOW!
Dr Wu was so very nice and helpful. made the best recommendations for me. Had cataracts in both eyes and wore glasses to see. surgery was a piece of cake, no pain at all and he checked on me after each eye was done. New lenses were placed in each eye and now i can see perfectly! What a Great Experience.Thank you, Dr. Wu
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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James Faris – May 01, 2024
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Great Doctor
I have been going to Dr. Wu for many years and it has always been a great experience. He also did cataract surgery on both of my eyes and the results were fantastic. I no longer wear glasses and I'm very happy with the results.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 31, 2024
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He managed to be personable while remaining professional. I felt completely confident in his diagnoses and surgical skills. I was extremely nervous about cataract surgery and that was addressed diplomatically. For the second surgery, I had no qualms! He also made the best choices for implants based on MY eyes!!! When I had an issue with one of the prescribed drops, HE called immediately to resolve the problem. He made himself available on other occasions as well! Unusual in today’s medical environment! I feel fortunate to have Dr. Wu as my ophthalmologist! He’s the best!!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 20, 2024
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The most pleasant doctors experience I've ever had
Dr. Wu's whole team is like a well oiled machine. From appointment check in through my cataract surgery, everything was extremely efficient and timely. If you have an 8 o'clock appointment get there 15 minutes early because they will be calling your name at 8 o'clock!Everyone was so knowledgeable, so no question went unanswered, and I had a lot. The laser surgery was painless and 24 hours later the eye patch came off and I was amazed. I can read the tiny 4 pt. type on the eye drop bottle! I got the dual range lens so I can also read a road sign 100 yards away. By far, the most pleasant doctors experience I've ever had and the results exceeded my expectations. Can't wait to have the other eye done so this 73 year old man will have my 16 year old eye sight back.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert 'Max' Maxwell – Mar 19, 2024
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Positive experience - always
Dr. Wu is great! He listens to my questions and addresses any concerns I may have.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 18, 2024
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care philosophy

To enrich lives by improving sight. We do this through: Excellence in diagnosis and treatment Breadth of services and specialties Numerous and convenient office locations Technological advancements Clinical research Continuing medical and community education Community outreach activities and events
  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

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  • Duke University

    Undergraduate School
  • Medical College Va Vcu Health Scis

    Residency Hospital, 2003
  • Riverside Regional Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2000
  • University Of Virginia

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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  • English

  • French

  • Phi Beta Kappa, 1988

  • Chief Resident of Ophthalmology, Medical College of Virginia

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Practice

Office400 Westham Station Rd Richmond, VA 23226
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