Joann J. Kang
Expertise in
9
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Dr. Joann J. Kang

Ophthalmology
Montefiore At 1250 Waters Place
1250 Waters Place, 
Bronx, NY 
Accepting New Patients
17 Years of Experience
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Expertise in
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Montefiore At 1250 Waters Place
1250 Waters Place, 
Bronx, NY 

Overview

Joann Kang, MD, is Director, Cornea and Refractive Surgery and Associate Professor, Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at Montefiore Einstein. A well-recognized physician and surgeon, Dr. Kang is devoted to patient care, surgery, research and teaching. Her clinical and surgical expertise includes cataract surgery, full and partial thickness corneal transplantation, ocular surface surgery/reconstruction, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and laser vision correction such as laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis (LASIK) and photorefractive keratectomy (PRK).Dr. Kang received her Bachelor of Science from Cornell University. She then pursued her Doctorate in Medicine at Columbia University, Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. After completing her transitional medicine internship at Maimonides Medical Center, she completed her three-year ophthalmology residency at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, University of Illinois at Chicago and was elected chief resident in her final year. Following this, she completed a corneal and external disease fellowship at the New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai.

Dr. Kang is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, Cataract, Corneal Transplant, and Trabeculectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kang is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Fellowships

New York Eye and Ear Infirmary

Hospital Affiliations

Montefiore Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Locations

Montefiore at 1250 Waters Place
1250 Waters Place, Bronx, NY 10461
Other Locations
Montefiore North at Carpenter Avenue
4141 Carpenter Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

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.

34 Total Publications

LASIK for Hyperopia: A Report by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
LASIK for Hyperopia: A Report by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Journal: Ophthalmology
Published: November 21, 2025
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Is Dr. Joann J. Kang a top-rated expert for Interstitial Keratitis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joann J. Kang is classified as an Distinguished expert for Interstitial Keratitis, 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. Joann J. Kang specialize in?

While Dr. Joann J. Kang is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Interstitial Keratitis, Glaucoma, and Cataract. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Joann J. Kang participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Joann J. Kang has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Interstitial Keratitis. You can view a list of Dr. Joann J. Kang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Joann J. Kang accept my insurance?

Dr. Joann J. Kang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-920-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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