Dr. David G. Hwang
Overview
Dr. David Hwang is an ophthalmologist specializing in corneal, cataract and refractive surgery. He has special interests in ocular infectious diseases, corneal endothelial dystrophies and diseases (conditions in which one of the cornea's layers is breaking down), and high-risk corneal transplantation. He is committed to developing innovative techniques and instruments for ophthalmologic surgery. In research, Hwang's work includes translational endeavors – applying new information from studies to patient care – for corneal endothelial diseases. In particular, he has looked at cellular transplantation and gene therapy approaches to treatment. A native of Illinois, Hwang obtained both his undergraduate and medical degrees from UCSF, graduating first in his medical school class. After a two-year residency in internal medicine and a three-year residency in ophthalmology, both at UCSF, he completed concurrent fellowships in cornea and refractive surgery and in uveitis at the Doheny Eye Institute. In 1990, Hwang joined the faculty at UCSF, where he is the Pearl T. Kimura and Samuel J. Kimura Endowed Chair in Ophthalmology. He also serves as co-director of UCSF's cornea and refractive surgery services, and holds a joint appointment as associate of the UCSF Francis I. Proctor Foundation for Research in Ophthalmology. He has served as UCSF's medical director of ophthalmology and as medical eye bank director of UCSF's tissue bank. Hwang has served in leadership and executive roles in a number of professional organizations, including president of the Ocular Microbiology and Immunology Group, and executive secretary of the Max Fine Cornea Society. For the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, he chaired a joint task force on the use of vancomycin in ophthalmology. He served on the writing committee for the AAO's Basic and Clinical Science Course's volume on cornea and external eye disease, authoring and editing the section on ocular infectious and external eye disease. The American Academy of Ophthalmology has honored Hwang with awards, including the Senior Achievement Award. He has been named to the Castle Connolly America's Top Doctors list every year since 1996. He has published more than 100 scientific papers and abstracts, and co-authored two texts on cornea and refractive surgery. A committed educator, Hwang is active in teaching UCSF medical students, residents and fellows. He has received the Kimura Award for Excellence in Teaching from the UCSF Department of Ophthalmology. Hwang lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife, who is also an ophthalmologist, and their three sons.
Dr. Hwang is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Keratoconus, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, and Corneal Transplant.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
490 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
490 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David G. Hwang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David G. Hwang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David G. Hwang by calling their office at 415-353-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David G. Hwang a top-rated expert for Fuchs Dystrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David G. Hwang is classified as an Elite expert for Fuchs Dystrophy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. David G. Hwang specialize in?
While Dr. David G. Hwang is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Keratoconus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. David G. Hwang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David G. Hwang has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fuchs Dystrophy. You can view a list of Dr. David G. Hwang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David G. Hwang accept my insurance?
Dr. David G. Hwang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Hwang isElite. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1
- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Hwang isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive DeafnessDr. Hwang isDistinguished. Learn about Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.
- KeratoconusDr. Hwang isDistinguished. Learn about Keratoconus.
- Advanced
- Cloudy CorneaDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Cloudy Cornea.
- Cogan's SyndromeDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Cogan's Syndrome.
- Corneal TransplantDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- GlaucomaDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Hwang isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)
- Axenfeld-Rieger SyndromeDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome.
- BlepharitisDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- Brown SyndromeDr. Hwang isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.