Edward Tsai Chen, MD
I speak: English, Spanish
My gender: Male
Where I practice
- Emergency service
- Urgent care services
- After-hours services
- Pharmacy services
- No emergency services
- No urgent care services
- No after-hours services
- No pharmacy services
About me
Welcome to my Web page. I look forward to working with you to address your health concerns. Make sure to eat vegetables daily.
Biography
I grew up in sunny Southern California. After completing my residency at Loma Linda Medical Center, I worked for two years at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) before joining Kaiser Permanente. Being a pediatrician is the perfect excuse to remain "a kid at heart." I get to play with cute kids and toys all day long. If you visit my office, you'll see lots of Winnie-the-Pooh, Star Wars, and Legos.
About my practice
Vaccines are safe, save lives, and prevent serious life-threatening illnesses, including some cancers. Pediatrics is about preventive health. Investing in our children's health today can help make sure they have a healthy and happy tomorrow. Healthful living habits and preventive care are the best ways to maintain health. Hand-washing helps prevent the spread of infections. Brushing your teeth at least twice a day will help you avoid cavities. Balance boards can be a great way to stay active and avoid sitting all the time.
How I thrive
A good work-life balance is essential in our busy lives today. I remind myself every day to find something enjoyable about that day, whether cooking with my wife, taking a stroll around the park, walking on the grass, smelling the flowers, or indulging in a tasty dessert. No matter how small, take some time for yourself each day. Remember, smiling is the first step to feeling better. When I'm not in the office, I enjoy traveling to other countries, trying new cuisines, drawing, scuba diving, or just playing with Legos. So far, my travels have taken me to Europe, Japan, Taiwan, China, Mexico, and Central America. There are so many things to enjoy and see in the world, but never forget the importance of quality family time and your health. Get your flu vaccine annually!
My office
Languages spoken by medical staff
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My provider type
Physicians and SurgeonsMedical groups, plans, and locations
Southern California Permanente Medical Group
- Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO)
- HMO
- Medi-Cal Managed Care
- Point-of-Service Plan (POS)
- Senior Advantage
Contact information
- Advice/appt/cancel/messages
- 1-833-574-2273 (toll free)
- California Relay Service
- 711 (TTY for the hearing/speech impaired)
My training, certifications and licensing
Medical school
Medical College of OhioBoard certification
Pediatrics
American Board of PediatricsMedical training
Internship
Pediatrics
Loma Linda University Children's HospitalResidency
Pediatrics
Loma Linda University Children's HospitalJoined Permanente Medical Group
2009Active license information
License number
A97536License type
Physician and SurgeonLicense issuing state
CALIFORNIANational Provider Identifier (NPI)
1255544664Cultural Competency Training (CCT)
CompletedMy hospitals
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