Dr. Meyoung C. Ryu, DPM

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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Meyoung C. Ryu, who serves patients in Downey, California.

In practice for over two decades, Dr. Ryu is a highly trained podiatrist specializing in the treatment of the foot, ankle, and related parts of the leg. She is affiliated with Optum Medical Group, seeing patients at the office in Downey, California.

Optum is a multi-specialty medical group, providing both primary and specialty care to patients. An Optum Primary Care Physician (PCP) sees patients for everyday health, wellness, and illnesses. This is a “regular” or “family” doctor who usually specializes in internal medicine, family medicine, pediatrics, or general practice. A PCP understands the “big picture” of one’s health and takes care of or coordinates any kind of healthcare services they may need.

At the start of her academic career, Dr. Ryu earned her undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego, and her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine. She completed her internship at St. John’s Episcopal Medical Center in Far Rockaway, and her residency at St. Vincent Catholic Hospital and Medical Center in New York City, where she also served as the Chief Resident.

Board-certified in podiatric surgery, she is affiliated with Long Beach Medical Center, Lakewood Regional Medical Center & St. Mary’s Medical Center.

Podiatry is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of a variety of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or a foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. They can treat injuries and complications from ongoing health issues like diabetes.

Dr. Ryu’s personal interests include playing the piano and flute, running, snowboarding, kickboxing, and surfing.

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