Overview
Young Kwon is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa.
Dr. Kwon is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome, Vitrectomy, and Corneal Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 41 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242
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. Young Kwon
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Young Kwon?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Young Kwon by calling their office at 319-356-3933. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Young Kwon a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Young Kwon is classified as an Distinguished expert for Glaucoma, 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. Young Kwon specialize in?
While Dr. Young Kwon is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Young Kwon participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Young Kwon has published 41 articles and abstracts on conditions like Glaucoma. You can view a list of Dr. Young Kwon's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Young Kwon accept my insurance?
Dr. Young Kwon accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Medica. We recommend calling the office directly at 319-356-3933 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- GlaucomaDr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Kwon isDistinguished. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Advanced
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Kwon isAdvanced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Axenfeld-Rieger SyndromeDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Axenfeld-Rieger Syndrome.
- CataractDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Corneal TransplantDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- MicrophthalmiaDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Microphthalmia.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Kwon isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.