Dr. Kevin Suk, MD
Retina & Vitreous Surgeon
2151 Ross Avenue, El Centro, CA 92243
At a glance
4.40 stars (5 reviews)
88% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 34 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Loma Linda University
Works at Retina Institute of California
5 office locations
4.40
5 reviews
Bedside manner
4.8
Wait time
4.4
Recent reviews
I was satisfied with the service. The staff were very helpful.and kind. The office is clean. The doctor explained all the results of the test and told me on what to do to prevent further damage to the eye.
February 25, 2013Initials hidden
Office locations
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Retina Institute of California
2151 Ross Avenue, El Centro, CA, 92243
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Retina Institute of California
3545 Wilshire Boulevard, 214, Los Angeles, CA, 90019
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Retina Institute of California
2423 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA, 90031
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Retinal detachment
Cataract
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Age-related macular degeneration
Destruction of retinal or choroid lesions by laser or other
Glaucoma
Retinal detachment
Cataract
Blockage of vein or artery in the retina (eye)
Age-related macular degeneration
More about Dr. Kevin Suk, MD
Dr. Kevin Suk is a native of southern California and grew up in the city of Downey. He received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at the University of California, Los Angeles. While at UCLA, he was nominated to the Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Sigma academic honor societies and graduated Summa Cum Laude with Highest Departmental Honors in Biology. He then earned his medical degree at Loma Linda University School of Medicine on a merit scholarship and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
He then completed his Ophthalmology residency at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan after which he furthered his training by completing a 2-year vitreoretinal fellowship at the renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida. The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is consistently ranked as the nation's best ophthalmic hospital by the US News and World Report survey of board-certified Ophthalmologists from across the country. At Bascom Palmer, he trained under Dr. Harry Flynn, Jr M.D. and Dr. William Smiddy M.D., pioneers and authorities in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy and macular hole, as well as Dr. Philip Rosenfeld M.D. Ph.D., who first began the use of bevacizumab (Avastin) in the treatment of age related macular degeneration.
Dr. Suk has presented at several national meetings, including the Annual American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmolgy and Strabismus (AAPOS) meeting and the Association of Research in Vision and Ophthalmology annual meeting, and has published his work in peer-reviewed journals. His special interests are in the treatment of the vitreoretinal complications of diabetic retinopathy, macular hole repair and retinal detachment surgery.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Loma Linda University
Henry Ford Hospital, Residency in Ophthalmology
Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina
Practice
Retina Institute of California
Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Professional memberships
American Academy of Ophthalmology
American Society of Retina Specialists
Awards and publications
Outside of work, Dr. Suk enjoys the outdoors, photography and the performing arts.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Farsi
Vietnamese
Korean
Armenian
Chinese (Mandarin)
Chinese (Cantonese)
Chinese (Shanghainese)
Chinese (Fujian)
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1326257569
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.40
Wait time
4.40
Bedside manner
4.80
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5 reviews
Most relevant
He conducts himself professionally and was knowledgeable in his area of expertise.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I was satisfied with the service. The staff were very helpful.and kind. The office is clean. The doctor explained all the results of the test and told me on what to do to prevent further damage to the eye.
February 25, 2013Initials hidden
More than 1 year agoEJ
More than 1 year agoBC
More than 1 year agoHN
What practice does Dr. Kevin Suk work with?
Dr. Kevin Suk works with Retina Institute of California.
Where is Dr. Kevin Suk's office located?
Dr. Kevin Suk has 5 office locations, including in El Centro, Los Angeles, Downey, and Garden Grove, view full addresses on Dr. Suk's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kevin Suk have?
Dr. Kevin Suk is certified by American Board of Ophthalmology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Kevin Suk?
Dr. Kevin Suk frequently sees patients for Decreased Vision, Flashes and Floaters, General Eye Consultation, Retina Consultation, and Retina Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Kevin Suk on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Kevin Suk speak?
Dr. Kevin Suk speaks English, Spanish, Farsi, Vietnamese, Korean, Armenian, Chinese (Mandarin), Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Shanghainese), and Chinese (Fujian).
How do patients rate Dr. Kevin Suk in reviews?
5 patients have reviewed Dr. Kevin Suk. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.4/5. They have a 4.8/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.