Ophthalmology
Bobby Korn, M.D.
Clinical Professor, Ophthalmology and Plastic Surgery, UCSD
Bobby S. Korn, MD, PhD, is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery (oculoplastics), with subspecialty focus on ocular oncology, thyroid eye disease, and pediatric oculoplastics. He treats a diverse patient population including adults with cosmetic and reconstructive needs, geriatric patients with ptosis or proptosis, treatment-resistant orbital tumors and cancers, and pediatric cases involving congenital ptosis, eyelid malpositi
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)
Education & Training
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical School — M.D./Ph.D., 2001
- UCSD Medical Center — Residency, Ophthalmology (Chief Resident), 2002-2005
- UCSD Shiley Eye Center — Fellowship, Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, 2005-2007
- Presbyterian Hospital, Dallas — Internship
Peer Recognition
- Best Doctors in America — Best Doctor
2015-2022 (8 years)
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
- San Diego Magazine — Top Doctor
2020
- San Diego Medical Society — Top Physician
2012-2022 (11 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Medical Center
- Shiley Eye Institute at UC San Diego Health
- Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego
Languages
English, Spanish, Thai
Experience
25+ years in practice