Meet Dr. S. Tammy Hsu
Ophthalmology
Dr. Hsu completed her medical training at the top-ranked Duke University and the Duke Eye Center, where she trained extensively in ophthalmology and vitreoretinal surgery with exposure to both adult and pediatric retinal disease. Dr. Hsu is known for combining thoughtful clinical judgment with a compassionate, detail-oriented approach to patient care. She stays current with evolving surgical techniques and technologies to ensure her patients receive personalized, evidence-based treatment.
Dr. Hsu specializes in the diagnosis and management of retinal conditions, including age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, floaters, epiretinal membranes, macular holes, dislocated intraocular lenses, retinal vein occlusions, Stickler’s syndrome, Coats disease, and more. Her clinical expertise is complemented by a strong research background—she has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and presented her work nationally and internationally. She has received multiple awards and grants for her contributions, including recognition and grants from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Research to Prevent Blindness, and the National Institutes of Health. She has also authored a number of textbook chapters.
Dr. Hsu is dedicated to delivering thoughtful, patient-centered care while helping advance the field of retina through research and innovation. She is also committed to serving the broader community, caring for patients through Project Access Northwest and treating children with retinal disease at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, trying new restaurants, traveling, and exploring the beautiful Pacific Northwest.
"My goal is to empower patients through education and evidence-based care. I strive to ensure they understand their condition, the testing performed, and their treatment options, so we can collaborate on a personalized plan that optimizes both eye health and quality of life."— Dr. S. Tammy Hsu
Education
- MD, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
- Bachelor of Arts, Biochemistry, Rice University, Houston, TX
Internship
- Duke Internal Medicine Internship, Durham, NC
Residency
- Duke Ophthalmology Residency, Durham, NC
Fellowship
- Duke Vitreoretinal Surgery Fellowship, Durham, NC
Awards
- Jack McGovern Coats’ Disease Foundation Education Grant
- Rising Stars in Retina by Retina Today
- Mina Chung Memorial Women in Retina Research Award
- Real World Ophthalmology Visionary Award
- NEI/NIH Travel Grant for Advances in Pediatric Retina Conference
- Research to Prevent Blindness Small Grant Award
- Retina Research Foundation Travel Grant
- American Academy of Ophthalmology Best Original Paper of Session
