
Overview
Dr. Stephen B. Prepas is a highly skilled, board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and pediatric and adult strabismus. He has extensive experience treating children for conditions such as myopia and amblyopia.He earned his medical degree at UCI School of Medicine in Irvine. He completed a residency in ophthalmology at the VA Long Beach Healthcare System, followed by a fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus at Kings County Hospital Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.Prepas, who has been in practice for more than 40 years, is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and a member of the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS). Throughout his career, he has volunteered his services to provide eye care in Orange County, the United States and in developing nations around the world.
Dr. Prepas is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Esotropia and Strabismus.
Dr. Prepas is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.
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850 Health Sciences Road, Irvine, CA 92617
101 The City Drive South, Building 30A, Orange, CA 92868
380 West Central Avenue, Suite 400, Brea, CA 92821
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
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Dr. Prepas has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Dr. Donny W. Suh is a board-certified UCI Health ophthalmologist who specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus.He earned his medical degree at the Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He completed an ophthalmology residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin Eye Institute in Milwaukee, followed by a pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus fellowship at Johns Hopkins Medicine's Wilmer Eye Institute in Baltimore, Md.Suh comes to UCI Health from Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, Neb., where he served as chief of ophthalmology. He is chief of pediatric ophthalmology for theUCI Health Gavin Herbert Eye Institute.His research is focused on pediatric eye conditions and developing devices to improve safety and precision during eye surgery. He has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles in major journals, as well as chapters in major textbooks. As a longtime member and current chair-elect of the American Academy of Pediatrics, he has helped establish guidelines for pediatric eye care. He also has volunteered on medical missions to provide eye care and train local physicians in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America since 2000. Dr. Suh is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Brown Syndrome, Esotropia, and Tenotomy. Dr. Suh is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen B. Prepas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen B. Prepas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen B. Prepas by calling their office at 949-824-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen B. Prepas a top-rated expert for Esotropia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen B. Prepas is classified as an Advanced expert for Esotropia, 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. Stephen B. Prepas specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen B. Prepas is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Esotropia, Strabismus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Stephen B. Prepas accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen B. Prepas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-824-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- EsotropiaDr. Prepas isAdvanced. Learn about Esotropia.
- StrabismusDr. Prepas isAdvanced. Learn about Strabismus.


