Paul Clark Kang
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Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science
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Paul C. Kang, MD joins the Yale Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science after 17 years as a prominent ophthalmologist in the Washington DC area. He is widely regarded as key opinion leader in the field, working closely with industry experts on the development, delivery, and integration of advanced technology to improve the visual outcomes of his patients.
He is a past president of the Washington DC Metropolitan Ophthalmological Society. He is also a founder and past President of the Vanguard Ophthalmology Society. The American Academy of Ophthalmology awarded him the State Affairs Star Award and chose him to participate in their prestigious Leadership Development Program. He has been recognized as Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine and Super Doctors by the Washington Post. He was a team ophthalmologist for multiple Washington DC sports teams, including the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, and DC United.
Dr. Kang’s motivation to become an eye doctor was sparked by growing up with a blind father. As a result, he has a strong interest in international medicine and is on the board of Health in Sight Mission of Roatan. He regularly leads mission teams to provide ophthalmic care to the indigent residents in Roatan and is currently working to help create a sustainable eye care facility run by local Honduran doctors.
Dr. Kang graduated from Harvard University cum laude and received his medical degree at Indiana University. He completed his ophthalmology residency at the Duke University Eye Center, and completed a prestigious fellowship in cornea, external disease, and refractive surgery at the John Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah.
Appointments
Ophthalmology
Assistant ProfessorPrimary
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Education & Training
- Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery
- Moran Eye Center, University of Utah
- Residency
- Duke Univerisity Eye Center
- MD
- Indiana University School of Medicine
- AB
- Harvard University
Research
Research at a Glance
Yale Co-Authors
Publications Timeline
Ron Adelman, MD, MPH, MBA, FACS
Publications
2019
Intraocular Lens Calculation after Refractive Surgery: A Long-Term Retrospective Comparison of Eight Formulas.
Rosen D, Heiland M, Tingey M, Liu H, Kang P, Buckner B, Ronquillo Y, Hoopes P, Moshirfar M. Intraocular Lens Calculation after Refractive Surgery: A Long-Term Retrospective Comparison of Eight Formulas. Medical Hypothesis, Discovery & Innovation In Ophthalmology 2019, 8: 121-128. PMID: 31598512, PMCID: PMC6778468.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsAltmetricConceptsBarrett True KSurgical centersIOL power formulasTime pointsMixed model analysisPost-refractive surgeryPost-operative followTertiary surgical centerSingle surgical centerRefractive surgery patientsEthics BoardIntraocular lens calculationIOL power calculation formulasRefractive prediction errorPower calculation formulasChart reviewSurgery patientsIOL implantationRetrospective studyCataract surgeryRefractive errorRetrospective comparisonRefractive changeRefractive surgeryPredictive value
2017
Comparison and analysis of FDA reported visual outcomes of the three latest platforms for LASIK: wavefront guided Visx iDesign, topography guided WaveLight Allegro Contoura, and topography guided Nidek EC-5000 CATz
Moshirfar M, Shah T, Skanchy D, Linn S, Kang P, Durrie D. Comparison and analysis of FDA reported visual outcomes of the three latest platforms for LASIK: wavefront guided Visx iDesign, topography guided WaveLight Allegro Contoura, and topography guided Nidek EC-5000 CATz. Clinical Ophthalmology 2017, Volume 11: 135-147. PMID: 28115827, PMCID: PMC5221655, DOI: 10.2147/opth.s115270.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsAltmetricConceptsUncorrected distance visual acuityDistance visual acuityVisual outcomeVisual acuityNidek ECPostoperative uncorrected distance visual acuityMean postoperative uncorrected distance visual acuityContrast sensitivityRetrospective comparative studyMesopic contrast sensitivitySummary of SafetyPhotopic contrast sensitivitySignificant increaseDrug administration dataFDA dataLASIK surgeryOutcome measurementsUS FoodContouraMonthsAdministration dataStatistical significanceAnalysis of FDAIDesignOutcomes
2010
Recurrent Corneal Erosion Syndrome: A Study of 364 Episodes.
Reeves S, Kang P, Zlogar D, Gupta P, Stinnett S, Afshari N. Recurrent Corneal Erosion Syndrome: A Study of 364 Episodes. Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers And Imaging Retina 2010, 41: 1-2. PMID: 20337327, DOI: 10.3928/15428877-20100215-44.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsConceptsRecurrent corneal erosion syndromeAnterior stromal puncturePhototherapeutic keratectomyConservative therapyDuke University Eye CenterRetrospective case series designAnterior basement membrane dystrophyUniversity Eye CenterBasement membrane dystrophyCase series designStromal punctureFemale genderEye CenterAverage ageTreatment effortsStudy periodPatientsEpisodesTherapyEtiologyOne-thirdSeries designTraumaOne-quarterTreatment
2009
A Comparison of Three Methods for Trephining Donor Corneal Buttons: Endothelial Cell Loss and Microscopic Ultrastructural Evaluation
Moshirfar M, Meyer J, Kang P. A Comparison of Three Methods for Trephining Donor Corneal Buttons: Endothelial Cell Loss and Microscopic Ultrastructural Evaluation. Current Eye Research 2009, 34: 939-944. PMID: 19958110, DOI: 10.3109/02713680903222779.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsMeSH Keywords and ConceptsConceptsArtificial anterior chamber systemEndothelial cell lossCell lossCorneal buttonsVacuum trephineGreater endothelial cell lossCentral endothelial cell densityCentral endothelial cell lossEndothelial cell densityDonor corneal buttonAnterior approachPosterior approachSpecular microscopyFibrillar disruptionUltrastructural evaluationMorphologic featuresIrregular marginsEndothelial surfaceTrephinationTrephineHuman corneaLight microscopy sectionsLaboratory investigationsChamber system
2006
Use of Verisyse iris-supported phakic intraocular lens for myopia in keratoconic patients
Moshirfar M, Grégoire F, Mirzaian G, Whitehead G, Kang P. Use of Verisyse iris-supported phakic intraocular lens for myopia in keratoconic patients. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 2006, 32: 1227-1232. PMID: 16857514, DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2006.02.017.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsMeSH Keywords and ConceptsConceptsPhakic intraocular lensKeratoconic patientsIntraocular lensPostoperative uncorrected visual acuityRigid gas permeable lensesUncorrected visual acuityEndothelial cell densityGas permeable lensesStable keratoconusHigh myopiaVisual acuityKeratoconus progressionRefractive errorPatientsMyopiaCell densityKeratoplastyAcuityKeratoconusProgressionFourth-generation fluoroquinolone-resistant bacterial keratitis after refractive surgery
Moshirfar M, Mirzaian G, Feiz V, Kang P. Fourth-generation fluoroquinolone-resistant bacterial keratitis after refractive surgery. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 2006, 32: 515-518. PMID: 16631067, DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2005.12.108.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsMeSH Keywords and ConceptsMeSH KeywordsAdultAza CompoundsBacteriaCorneaCorneal UlcerDrug Resistance, BacterialDrug Therapy, CombinationEye Infections, BacterialFemaleFluoroquinolonesGatifloxacinHumansKeratomileusis, Laser In SituKeratoplasty, PenetratingLasers, ExcimerMicrobial Sensitivity TestsMoxifloxacinMyopiaPhotorefractive KeratectomyPostoperative ComplicationsPseudomonas InfectionsQuinolinesStaphylococcal InfectionsConceptsPhotorefractive keratectomyBacterial keratitisMethicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) keratitisStaphylococcus aureus keratitisPseudomonas aeruginosa keratitisFourth-generation fluoroquinolonesTopical aminoglycosidesSecond patientFirst patientSurgical interventionRefractive surgerySitu keratomileusisCulture susceptibilityKeratitisPatientsMoxifloxacinTreatmentKeratectomySurgeryKeratomileusisPotential limitationsImplantation of Verisyse Phakic Intraocular Lens to Correct Myopic Refractive Error After Penetrating Keratoplasty in Pseudophakic Eyes
Moshirfar M, Feilmeier M, Kang P. Implantation of Verisyse Phakic Intraocular Lens to Correct Myopic Refractive Error After Penetrating Keratoplasty in Pseudophakic Eyes. Cornea 2006, 25: 107-111. PMID: 16331051, DOI: 10.1097/01.ico.0000164829.02841.ec.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsMeSH Keywords and ConceptsConceptsVerisyse phakic intraocular lensPhakic intraocular lensEndothelial cell densityManifest refractionPIOL implantationPseudophakic patientsHigh myopiaIntraocular lensCase 2Case 1Cells/Myopic refractive errorLeft eyeCorneal transplantsBest spectacleVisual acuityPseudophakic eyesRight eyeRefractive errorLong-term effectsPatientsBSCVACornea endotheliumMonthsFurther studies
2005
Laser in situ keratomileusis in patients with corneal guttata and family history of Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy
Moshirfar M, Feiz V, Feilmeier M, Kang P. Laser in situ keratomileusis in patients with corneal guttata and family history of Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy. Journal Of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 2005, 31: 2281-2286. PMID: 16473218, DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrs.2004.05.061.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsAltmetricMeSH Keywords and ConceptsConceptsBest spectacle-corrected visual acuityEndothelial cell densityTransient corneal edemaUncorrected visual acuityCorrection of myopiaFuchs endothelial dystrophyEndothelial dystrophyFamily historySpherical equivalentCorneal edemaMyopic astigmatismVisual acuityFuchs' dystrophyUneventful LASIKCorneal guttataSitu keratomileusisLoss of BSCVALines of BSCVASpectacle-corrected visual acuityRetrospective chart reviewEarly postoperative periodEndothelial cell lossSignificant myopic shiftMoran Eye CenterStudent's t-testTrends in the Indications for Penetrating Keratoplasty, 1980-2001
Kang PC, Klintworth GK, Kim T, Carlson AN, Adelman R, Stinnett S, Afshari NA. Trends in the Indications for Penetrating Keratoplasty, 1980-2001. Cornea 2005, 24: 801-803. PMID: 16160495, DOI: 10.1097/01.ico.0000157407.43699.22.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsMeSH Keywords and ConceptsConceptsFuchs' dystrophyBullous keratopathyDuke University Eye CenterUniversity Eye CenterMain outcome measuresCases of PKFailed graftCommon indicationRetrospective reviewCorneal scarLeading indicationOutcome measuresEye CenterGraftNumber of PKsKeratopathyDystrophyIndicationsKeratoplastyYears 1980KeratoconusRespective frequenciesPreparation of donor lamellar tissue for deep lamellar endothelial keratoplasty using a microkeratome and artificial anterior chamber system: endothelial cell loss and predictability of lamellar thickness.
Kang P, McEntire M, Thompson C, Moshirfar M. Preparation of donor lamellar tissue for deep lamellar endothelial keratoplasty using a microkeratome and artificial anterior chamber system: endothelial cell loss and predictability of lamellar thickness. Ophthalmic Surgery Lasers And Imaging Retina 2005, 36: 381-5. PMID: 16238036, DOI: 10.3928/1542-8877-20050901-06.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchCitationsMeSH Keywords and ConceptsConceptsEndothelial cell lossDeep lamellar endothelial keratoplastyLamellar endothelial keratoplastyCells/mm2Cell lossEndothelial keratoplastyDonor tissueArtificial anterior chamber systemEndothelial cell densityArtificial anterior chamberAnterior chamberDonor lenticuleMean percentage lossSpecular microscopyLenticule thicknessKeratoplastyEndothelial cells
Academic Achievements and Community Involvement
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Professional OrganizationsAmerican Society of Cataract and Refractive SurgeryDetails2006 - Presentactivity Member
Professional OrganizationsAmerican Academy of OphthalmologyDetails2006 - Presenthonor M Bruce Shields Award for Excellence in Teaching
Yale School of Medicine AwardYale School of Medicine, Dept of OphthalmologyDetails06/15/2024United Stateshonor Team Ophthalmologist
National AwardWashington Capitals, National Hockey LeagueDetails07/01/2022, 07/01/2021, 07/01/2020, 07/01/2019, 07/01/2018, 07/01/2017, 07/01/2016, 07/01/2015, 07/01/2014, 07/01/2013, 07/01/2012, 07/01/2011, 07/01/2010, 07/01/2009, 07/01/2008United Stateshonor Team Ophthalmologist
National AwardWashington Wizards, National Basketball AssociationDetails07/01/2022, 07/01/2021, 07/01/2020, 07/01/2019, 07/01/2018, 07/01/2017, 07/01/2016, 07/01/2015, 07/01/2014, 07/01/2013, 07/01/2012, 07/01/2011United States
Clinical Care
Overview
Paul C. Kang, MD, is an ophthalmologist with a passion for medical missionary work. Dr. Kang was motivated to specialize in eye health because his father was blinded by a soccer accident as a teenager.
“If this were to have happened now or in a place where there was appropriate care available, that wouldn’t have been the case,” Dr. Kang says. “But my father went on to do many amazing things with his life and was an inspiration to me. When I went to medical school, I found ophthalmology was a good match for me, and the ability to help people see is remarkable.”
Dr. Kang spent 17 years running his own private practice, performing cataract and refractive surgery, and is now focused on general eye care and international medicine. He is vice president of Health In Sight Mission, a nonprofit that provides eye care to impoverished residents of Roatan, an island off the coast of Honduras.
“We are trying to build an eye clinic for the island that is run by Honduran doctors. Right now, there just isn’t ophthalmologic care, and it’s very expensive for people to go to the mainland,” Dr. Kang explains. “In the U.S., cataract surgery is very common. For the most part, no one goes blind from lack of access to it. But cataracts are the number one cause of curable blindness in the world, and impoverished people with cataracts face extreme difficulty. So it’s incredibly rewarding to do this medical mission work.”
When it comes to building rapport with patients, Dr. Kang says he focuses on fully explaining their diagnosis and giving them treatment options, including the pros and cons of each. “I want them to truly understand what is going on and help them make the best decisions,” he says.
Clinical Specialties
Board Certifications
Ophthalmology
- Certification Organization
- AB of Ophthalmology
- Latest Certification Date
- 2016
- Original Certification Date
- 2005
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