Dr. Paul Kang, MD

Washington, DC

An acclaimed board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Paul Kang of Eye Doctors of Washington in Washington DC is a prominent figure within the health industry known for his expertise with cataract and refractive surgery. Attested to by awards, patient reviews, and professional recognition for his exceptional leadership skillset; he also serves as Vice President at Health In Sight Mission.

He is highly esteemed across the nation as a top-tier cataract and refractive surgeon, and has collaborated with industry professionals to design, introduce, and integrate innovative technology that optimizes results for his patients.

He has an extensive background in the ophthalmological field, having served as past President of both the Washington DC Metropolitan Ophthalmological Society and Vanguard Ophthalmology Society. Furthermore, he is a founder of the latter society which honors future leaders in his chosen industry. The American Academy of Ophthalmology presented him with the State Affairs Star Award and selected him to join their renowned Leadership Development Program. His outstanding achievements have been acknowledged by Washingtonian Magazine, The Washington Post, as well as America’s Top Ophthalmologists. He served on multiple teams in DC such as the Capitals, Wizards, and United as an ophthalmologist.

Having grown up with a blind father, Dr. Kang was deeply inspired to become an ophthalmologist and has since dedicated his career to international medicine. As part of this mission, he is on the board of Health in Sight Mission of Roatan and routinely leads teams that provide eye care services for indigent residents in the area. He's also diligently working toward establishing a sustainable medical facility run by local Honduran physicians for long-term success.

Dr. Kang exemplified excellence in his studies, graduating cum laude from Harvard University and receiving a medical degree at Indiana University. He continued to further hone his craft by completing an ophthalmology residency at Duke University Eye Center before earning placement for a prestigious fellowship focusing on cornea, external disease, and refractive surgery within the John Moran Eye Center of Utah's esteemed university system.