Ocular Oncology
Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Thyroid Eye Clinic
University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School (MD & PhD)
University of California, San Diego (Chief Resident)
University of California, San Diego
Cosmetic & reconstructive surgery (eyelid & face) Blepharoplasty (eyelid lift surgery) Ptosis surgery (droopy lid surgery) Congenital ptosis surgery (frontalis advancement flap) Asian Blepharoplasty (double eyelid surgery) Congenital birth defects Endoscopic forehead lifting Thyroid eye disease management Optic nerve sheath fenestration/decompression Eyelid & orbital tumors & cancers Lacrimal/tear outflow system disorders Bulging or proptosis of eyes Reconstruction of eyelids post cancer removal Reconstruction after trauma / eye injuries Botox, Restylane, Juvederm & facial fillers Skin rejuvenation – chemical peel
2023 Top 2 Most Influential Ophthalmologists in the World, The Ophthalmologist (UK)
2023 An Inaugural Inductee in The Ophthalmologist Hall of Fame
Bobby S. Korn, M.D., Ph.D. is a Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and Professor of Clinical Plastic Surgery. Dr. Korn completed his undergraduate degree at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He then attended the medical scientist-training program (M.D./Ph.D.) at the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School where he studied under 2 Nobel Laureates. He completed his ophthalmology residency, serving as the Chief Resident and completed fellowship training in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at UCSD. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and fellow of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons and American College of Surgeons. He recently completed the UCSD Health Leadership Academy. Dr. Korn's San Diego and La Jolla based practice is limited to oculoplastic surgery.
Dr. Korn has a wide range of clinical interests that span oculoplastic conditions including cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelid and face (blepharoplasty and ptosis repair), congenital ptosis (frontalis advancement flap), management of thyroid eye disease, eyelid and orbital tumors and cancers, surgical management of intracranial hypertension (optic nerve sheath fenestration), disorders of the lacrimal outflow system, congenital birth defects, endoscopic forehead lifting, bulging or proptosis of eyes, reconstruction of eyelids post cancer removal and after trauma or injury, orbital fractures, and skin rejuvenation with chemical peels, Botox, and dermal fillers. He also specializes in endoscopic tear duct reconstruction which is a technique to rebuild the tear duct through the nose while avoiding an unsightly skin incision. He has been selected by his peers as a Top Physician by U.S. News and World Report and Castle Connolly, Ltd, Best Doctor in San Diego Physician's of Exceptional Excellence and Best Doctors of America.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Korn is an active researcher and has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters and is the Chief Editor of the book, Video Atlas of Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery now in its 2nd Edition. Dr. Korn is on the editorial board of EyeNet Magazine and serves as Chair of the American Academy of Ophthalmology's Basic and Clinical Sciences Series for Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery He is Associate Editor for the journal Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He is the recipient of multiple awards including: American Academy of Ophthalmology Senior Achievement Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology Secreteriat Award, ASOPRS Research Award, Marvin Quickert Thesis Award, Star Award by AAO, Outstanding Teaching Awards from Medical Student and Residents. Dr. Korn given over 170 lectures at the local;, national and international level. In his free time, he is a volunteer surgeon locally and internationally.
Finally a few months ago, Dr. Korn started to see improvements in the Chemosis, and earlier this month, he said that it looked much better. Last week he was able to open the corner of my smaller eye to enlarge the appearance and he had to do some cauterization so that my eye would drain properly. I still have a small amount of Chemosis and my eye is still healing from the surgery, but I can tell that it looks better already.
Jun 2019
What a wonderful, caring, professional, interested doctor! I was referred to Dr. Korn for a growth on my eyelid.
He examined my eyes extensively, took pictures, and asked questions regarding when I noticed the growth. He did a painless biopsy, I was numbed first and felt extremely confident with doctor Korn and his helpful staff. He has a most pleasant demeanor and exudes caring confidence that makes it easy to discuss any concerns you may have. He listens.
His schedule usually runs a bit late; but when he enters your exam room he's front and center. I'm incredibly happy to have been referred to Dr. Korn, by my dermatologist for the growth in my lower eyelid, as my eye health is very important to me. I highly recommend Dr. Korn. I return annually to have him check my eyelid and everything is fine. Thank you Dr. Korn and staff!
Sep 2019
When you go to the doctor Bobby S. Korn, you are his number one concern, he listens to you and gives his opinion with confidence. It really deserves dozens of stars.
Jan 2022