Ophthalmology

Kirk Hou, MD, PHD

leading specialist in Vitreoretinal Surgery

Dr. Hou is a leading specialist in Vitreoretinal Surgery, known for utilizing evidence-based medicine and advanced technology to provide personalized care for his patients. He practices in Westwood and Pasadena, treating patients from all over Southern California. Dr. Hou's clinical expertise includes the management of common retinal diseases such as Diabetic Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Retinal Vein Occlusions, and uveitis-related retinal complications. His surgical practice covers retina

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Credentials

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology (American Board of Ophthalmology)

Education & Training

Fellowship: UCLA School of Medicine: Ophthalmology (Vitreoretinal Surgery, 2021)
Residency: UCLA School of Medicine: Ophthalmology (Ophthalmology, 2019)
Internship: Barnes-Jewish Hospital (Internal Medicine, 2016)
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine (MD, 2015)
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis (PhD, 2015)

Years in Practice

11+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Retina & Vitreous

Conditions & Treatments

Diabetic RetinopathyMacular DegenerationIntravitreal InjectionsRetinal DetachmentRetinal Disease & AMDRetinal Diseases

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Lac/olive View-ucla Medical Center

Languages

English, Spanish, Chinese - Mandarin

Conditions Dr. Hou treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Hou accept ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc. insurance?

Kirk Hou's public profile lists ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc., Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 7 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Hou practice?

Kirk Hou practices in Los Angeles, CA with hospital affiliations including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Lac/olive View-ucla Medical Center.

What does Dr. Hou specialize in?

Kirk Hou is a board-certified ophthalmology specialist with focus areas in Retina & Vitreous.

How long has Dr. Hou been practicing?

Kirk Hou has 11+ years of clinical experience in ophthalmology.

What is Dr. Hou's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Fellowship: UCLA School of Medicine: Ophthalmology (Vitreoretinal Surgery, 2021); Residency: UCLA School of Medicine: Ophthalmology (Ophthalmology, 2019); Internship: Barnes-Jewish Hospital (Internal Medicine, 2016).