February 13
February 13
Miss you and love you
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Mina Chung 51 years old , born on December 1, 1968 and passed away on February 13, 2020.
A tribute for Mina is being held on her birthday, on Dec 1, 2020 at 8:30 PM ET.
A tribute for Mina is being held on her birthday, on Dec 1, 2020 at 8:30 PM ET.
Tributes
Leave a tribute
February 13
February 13
Miss you Mina!
February 13
February 13
Went to Flaum on Friday...my eye was bothering me and I was nervous, but seeing your beautiful smiling face right by waiting room 4 brought me peace, as it always does. Its the first time I didn't cry while I was there...but you are so missed. Dr. Gullapali is doing a good job following in your footsteps. His demeanor and well, bedside manner would make you proud.
Miss you Mina, oh so much. Thank you for all you did and all you continue to do through those you taught. Thanks for being my partner in my retina journey.
Miss you Mina, oh so much. Thank you for all you did and all you continue to do through those you taught. Thanks for being my partner in my retina journey.
February 1
February 1
My daughter, Michelle Dao, had retinal detachment when she was a sophomore at Binghamton University. Michelle had problem with retina of the left eye when she was in high school and was under care of Dr. Lee in Williamsiville, NY. When Michelle had problem with retinal detachment of her left eye, luckily that Dr. Lee sent her to Dr. Mina Chung. Dr. Mina Chung saved my daughter's eyesight. She did 2 operations for her left eye and Michelle's eyesight has been OK since 2017. The second operation was done at 7:00 pm, even though it was that late, Dr. Mina Chung came out with a contagious smiling, talked to me to let me know that everything was OK. What a kind, caring and dedicated doctor she is.
I have been so busy with work and family, I haven't in touch with the Flaume Eye Institute for a long time. I just retired and planned to visit Flaume Eye Institute to say thanks to Dr. Mina Chung in person. Today I just found out that she is gone. I am in shock and can't stop crying. It is such a big loss for everyone. She is in the heart of our family forever.
I have been so busy with work and family, I haven't in touch with the Flaume Eye Institute for a long time. I just retired and planned to visit Flaume Eye Institute to say thanks to Dr. Mina Chung in person. Today I just found out that she is gone. I am in shock and can't stop crying. It is such a big loss for everyone. She is in the heart of our family forever.
December 2, 2023
December 2, 2023
Happy belated bday, funny I forgot about your bday until I got this reminder… but thought of you yesterday when I was giving an eye talk in Boston…so… I don’t know:)
December 1, 2023
December 1, 2023
Happy Birthday my sweet friend. May you RIP.
December 1, 2023
December 1, 2023
Mina never to be forgotten - I continue to run with you along the Genesee River even though neither of us are physically there - miss you my friend!
December 1, 2023
December 1, 2023
Thinking of you today, Mina- we miss you. Much love to Eddie today ❤️
February 13, 2023
February 13, 2023
May you rest in peace my dear friend
December 4, 2022
December 4, 2022
Wishing you continued peace, Mina. We miss you.
December 3, 2022
December 3, 2022
Happy Heavenly Birthday dear Mina!
December 3, 2022
December 3, 2022
Miss you my dear friend, Mina.
December 2, 2022
December 2, 2022
Happy birthday to my bueautiful friend. May you RIP. Miss you.
Helen Barnett
Helen Barnett
December 2, 2022
December 2, 2022
Hi Mina - never to be forgotten and miss you. I hope every day that you and Dianne have connected and take comfort in that thought!
Brian
Brian
December 1, 2022
December 1, 2022
Dear Mina, I have thought of you a lot lately, and regretted not letting you know how special you were to us. All the good things I read about you from other people are true, and each one of us has our own experiences to hold onto and cherish. You were such a light that people thought you'd always be there, I suppose, as I did, like the sun is. Thank you for being who you were in Steve's and my lives. I'm glad you were born.
December 1, 2022
December 1, 2022
Happy Birthday:)
December 1, 2022
December 1, 2022
Your smile always brings hope and peace.
October 4, 2022
October 4, 2022
Dear Mina,
We were so happy to see the Chung family this past weekend to celebrate my wedding. I know you and your Dad were there in spirit, and your smile and gentle character were sorely missed. I'm glad you got to see my siblings weddings, and that they were able to go to yours. Till we meet again.
We were so happy to see the Chung family this past weekend to celebrate my wedding. I know you and your Dad were there in spirit, and your smile and gentle character were sorely missed. I'm glad you got to see my siblings weddings, and that they were able to go to yours. Till we meet again.
October 3, 2022
October 3, 2022
I am so horrified to learn so late of Mina's passing. She was so, so dear to me. For a time in ninth grade she was my only friend, and later, we were each bridesmaids in each other's weddings. I feel just heartsick that I did not keep in touch. She got me through physics in eleventh grade, taught me about Korean food, laughed with me on the floor of her room. I watched her Julliard recitals from probably seventh grade on. She was faultlessly kind and gentle, and far more brilliant than I can describe. Oh, Mina, I am so sorry. I love you.
May 27, 2022
May 27, 2022
I am deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Chung’s passing. 17 years ago she saved my eye sight. Her compassion and empathy inspired me to have my own career in healthcare. I am so forever grateful for her dedication to help others, and I know that she will always be remembered by the patients she served.
-Anya
-Anya
February 15, 2022
February 15, 2022
I miss having tea with my beautiful friend. May she RIP.
February 15, 2022
February 15, 2022
Continue to treasure memories of Dr. Chung and the Amazing Team of Professionals. Thanks to All!
February 14, 2022
February 14, 2022
You are missed and loved and remembered by so many, Mina. I will never forget your kind and gentle spirit. An angel while here on earth, and assuredly an angel up above us now. Amazing to think that you left us all right before the pandemic began, 2 years ago now. I am sure that you are watching us all with angel's wings from above.
My heart goes out to your family for your tragic loss.
My heart goes out to your family for your tragic loss.
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Dear Mina, It's still so incomprehensible to realize what happened. I see you smiling and flying with Angel wings. Praying for your family and all those who miss you.
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Miss you Mina as I do Dianne - 2 incredible women, one my beloved wife, the other a cherished colleague and friend of both me and Dianne.
Both left way too early!
Both left way too early!
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Wisdom, kindness, and compassion - Gifts Mina bestowed on us all. We treasure and celebrate your impact on us and others, but miss you dearly.
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Dear Mina,
We at Women in Retina have set up “Mina Chung WinR Research Award”. We awarded our first awardee last year and will do again this year in May. This way, we can continue to celebrate your passion for research, teaching, and patient care!
Know that you are in my thoughts…you are remembered. I miss you!
We at Women in Retina have set up “Mina Chung WinR Research Award”. We awarded our first awardee last year and will do again this year in May. This way, we can continue to celebrate your passion for research, teaching, and patient care!
Know that you are in my thoughts…you are remembered. I miss you!
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
We continue to mourn Dr. Chung's passing with her family, her profession and all the patients who, like us, so benefitted from her vast abilities and innate kindness.
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Thinking of you, Mina.
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Will always remember your kindness.
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Miss you so much Dr Mina Chung…will never forget your kindness , your very caring ways…you truly cared…
February 13, 2022
February 13, 2022
Missing you today, Mina.
December 1, 2021
December 1, 2021
Dearest Mina, miss you so much along with my dear wife. You both took such good care of me. God bless both of you ladies.
December 1, 2021
December 1, 2021
Thinking of you, Eddie on Mina’s birthday. All our love to you.
Tom and Nicole
Tom and Nicole
December 1, 2021
December 1, 2021
Happy birthday, Mina- I miss you every day.
February 22, 2021
February 22, 2021
Mina, you were one of the kindest people I knew at Yale. Hei-Ock Kim put us in contact, remember? With a smile and a cheery glint in your eyes, you would brighten any dreary or stressful day. Reading your tributes, I see I am not alone in having been blessed by your infectious goodness. Thanks and peace to you!
February 16, 2021
February 16, 2021
Can't believe it is a year already. Miss my friend - may she RIP
February 13, 2021
February 13, 2021
A year has gone by... I think about you all the time... it’s very sad going to the flaum institute and not seeing you there.. instead I look at the beautiful memorial picture of you that they put up... I look at this picture and as I get teary it seems like you are speaking to me...I miss you very much as well as all the people there do... Rip Dr Chung... you are truly an angel...
February 13, 2021
February 13, 2021
Thinking of you and Eddie.
February 13, 2021
February 13, 2021
You will never be forgotten
February 13, 2021
February 13, 2021
Thinking of Mina today- I miss you my friend!
December 1, 2020
December 1, 2020
Such a beautiful memorial today. Mina's light shines brightly in so many people whose lives she touched. Love and support go to Eddie and both Mina and Eddie's families.
December 1, 2020
December 1, 2020
Just today I went to the Flaum institute... 2nd time since you have been gone... walking down the hall while looking at your picture..walk right up to it and looking straight into your eyes.. it almost seems like your talking to me...with teary eyes I tell you.how much I miss you... And ask why did this happen?? I think of you all the time...didn't realize it was your birthday... Happy Heavenly Birthday Dr Mina Chong... You were the best.. There well never be another like you...Rip.... ❤️
July 13, 2020
July 13, 2020
Mina, you will be forever missed. It’s as if a part of our childhood had gone with your passing. I remember meeting you freshman year at Yale when you dated the person who can’t be named :-), and you played the piano beautifully, which in my book, made you extra special! You ALWAYS had such a positive energy, an infectious smile, and a nonjudgmental attitude, and I appreciated that. Later, when you temporarily moved to LA, we saw each other again and it seemed like you were in a really good place then. I am sad that we didn’t stay in touch, but I will never forget you. Rest in peace.
June 17, 2020
June 17, 2020
It has taken me a while to express my gratitude to Dr Chung after learning of the accident. I am at a loss for words. We traveled from Binghamton because she was recognized as the best for a detached retina. My retina was repaired and I gained my eyesight back. What a incredible Doctor and great person. My condolences to her family and may she rest in peace.
June 12, 2020
June 12, 2020
Mina,
I continue to mourn you. Your were one of the most gifted people I've ever known; you were an extraordinary physician, musician, family member and friend. Your love of fun and adventure lived alongside an incredibly calm, kind, and generous presence. From the moment I met you in the first few days of freshman year, I knew you were a truly special one. Thank you for all you gave to the world.
I continue to mourn you. Your were one of the most gifted people I've ever known; you were an extraordinary physician, musician, family member and friend. Your love of fun and adventure lived alongside an incredibly calm, kind, and generous presence. From the moment I met you in the first few days of freshman year, I knew you were a truly special one. Thank you for all you gave to the world.
May 25, 2020
May 25, 2020
I met Mina through a mutual colleague at U Rochester, Dave Kleinman, who was helping us at Editas Medicine develop a method for showing structural changes in cone photoreceptors of patients with LCA10 following treatment with EDIT-101, a CRISPR-based medicine. We invited her to give a talk to the scientists and clinical researchers at the company in 2017. Her talk was very inspiring and the highlight of the year. She was a brilliant and warm person whose contributions we will always remember.
May 22, 2020
May 22, 2020
I just learned of the death of Dr. Chung. How sad for so many. I had been her patient for many years until I moved to Ithaca. She was always so kind, funny, encouraging, and as we all know brilliant! It is lovely to see all the photos of her life over the years. She will be missed by so many but we are all the better for having known her, even if for a short while.
May 21, 2020
May 21, 2020
I am very sad to learn of Mina's passing. She and I performed together on piano and violin while we were at Yale. Mina was a terrific person and musician. I was very glad to have known her.
May 18, 2020
May 18, 2020
Mina was one of the kindest people I knew at Yale. So friendly and always with a smile. I was so sad to hear this news. What a tragedy.
Leave a Tribute
Recent Tributes
February 13
February 13
Miss you and love you
February 13
February 13
Miss you Mina!
February 13
February 13
Went to Flaum on Friday...my eye was bothering me and I was nervous, but seeing your beautiful smiling face right by waiting room 4 brought me peace, as it always does. Its the first time I didn't cry while I was there...but you are so missed. Dr. Gullapali is doing a good job following in your footsteps. His demeanor and well, bedside manner would make you proud.
Miss you Mina, oh so much. Thank you for all you did and all you continue to do through those you taught. Thanks for being my partner in my retina journey.
Miss you Mina, oh so much. Thank you for all you did and all you continue to do through those you taught. Thanks for being my partner in my retina journey.
Gallery
The view from Mina’s resting place. You can hear lots of birds and rushing water. Beautiful spot
It’s really hard to see her name on the stone but it’s finally in at the Sleepy Hollow cemetery. Miss you Mina!
Just before a one week sail in the Adriatic. What a beautiful memory
At our 25th Yale reunion, May 2015
San Francisco, Aug 1999
Mina and Deb at our Mitchell Road home
2014
1990
1989
Recent stories
June 15, 2020
Dr.Mina Chung, I had moved away and came back to just hear of your passing. I couldnt hold my break down on the phone with the Secretary. Im so sorry my heart is at a huge loss right now.
Thank you for being the kind hearted Doctor and person you truly have been. In 2004 We started our journey together having a wonderful patient amd Doctor relationship . You saved me. When you sat in with us and gave us the sad news no cure blinding disease i was 29 years old . I was scared. You kept saying your sorry i felt in my heart you wished it could of been different news. You walked us through you helped us understand in words we understood without the long words doctor use (laughing) Oh sweet angel you loved us we felt it. I Loved you too. My heart. I cant stop crying. Im scared to trust another doctor but I know you would want me to continue to get my injections. I wont forget your soft voice your kind words your laugh and my family adored you as well. You had that about you to where people just want to hug you because you truly cared for us .
One day I went in and you were concerned I was having a heart attack. I was. Because of you I am here. You saved me in more ways then one. My inspiration my heart my friend my doctor I will always keep the precious memories alive and hold you close to my heart forever. I will keep my promise .I will continue my treatments .Thank you for everything you have done for me. Im sure missing you it just wont be the same. May you rest in peace and rest easy knowing you made a difference and inspired many and are Loved by many. I Love you and will forever miss you!
Love Always,
Paula Kingsley
Thank you for being the kind hearted Doctor and person you truly have been. In 2004 We started our journey together having a wonderful patient amd Doctor relationship . You saved me. When you sat in with us and gave us the sad news no cure blinding disease i was 29 years old . I was scared. You kept saying your sorry i felt in my heart you wished it could of been different news. You walked us through you helped us understand in words we understood without the long words doctor use (laughing) Oh sweet angel you loved us we felt it. I Loved you too. My heart. I cant stop crying. Im scared to trust another doctor but I know you would want me to continue to get my injections. I wont forget your soft voice your kind words your laugh and my family adored you as well. You had that about you to where people just want to hug you because you truly cared for us .
One day I went in and you were concerned I was having a heart attack. I was. Because of you I am here. You saved me in more ways then one. My inspiration my heart my friend my doctor I will always keep the precious memories alive and hold you close to my heart forever. I will keep my promise .I will continue my treatments .Thank you for everything you have done for me. Im sure missing you it just wont be the same. May you rest in peace and rest easy knowing you made a difference and inspired many and are Loved by many. I Love you and will forever miss you!
Love Always,
Paula Kingsley
April fools day
April 1, 2020
Today was one of your favorite "holidays." This time last year you had an extensive plan for an epic april fools day!, carried out with extensive laughs by all!!! Today, I sat and talked with several of your patients for the first time since your passing, and couldn't help but think of you. As I sat in one of your 'favorite' rooms, myself and another individual who has known you for years were speaking your praises and how we missed you and a few unexplained things occurred in that room. The individual and myself both had goosebumps and only thought... that was you! May you be at peace our beloved Mina!
You will be missed
March 2, 2020
My condolences to Dr. Chungs family and friends as a patient i will miss her kindness and honesty as well as her determination to finally diagnose me after years of no one being able to figure out my condition. A great loss for everyone. I will never feel the same comfort i felt knowing i was in her care. Because i know she really cared. ❤