4777 E State St
Rockford, IL, United States
61101
Facility Affiliations
Dr. W. Steve Yoon's Credentials
Accepting New Patients
Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients
Biography
Dr. Yoon is a board certified ophthalmologist (medical doctor specializing in the medical and surgical treatment of eye disease). He specializes in laser cataract surgery, LASIK, PRK, and corneal surgery. He also treats glaucoma, diabetic eye disease as well as infections and inflammatory diseases of the eye. Dr. Yoon is a skilled and experienced surgeon who has performed thousands of eye surgeries. Many patients are seen on a referral basis from other physicians and eye care professionals.Dr. Yoon grew up in Eastman, Georgia. He completed his undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, MA. He received his medical degree from New York Medical College, one of the oldest private medical schools in the U.S., where he was chosen as a New York Medical College Trustee Scholar awarded to the top 15%. He completed his ophthalmology residency at St. Vincent's Hospital in New York City where he served as Chief Resident. He also served as a fellow in Corneal and External Disease at the Lions Eye Institute in Albany, NY, a specialty referral eye center. Dr. Yoon has researched and published the effects of various medications on corneal sensation; lectured at professional meetings and has also designed diagnostic machinery used in medical and engineering research. With his background in engineering, he has a unique, in depth knowledge of lasers and technology used in ophthalmology. Beyond providing you with excellent medical care, he strives to care for you as a person. Your well-being is always the first priority.
Languages
- Korean
- English
Education
- New York Medical College (Grad. 1995)
I have seen Dr. Yoon for many years and he and his staff have always been very patient and helpful. I have even sent friends and family members to see him! Always a great experience.
Submitted June 17, 2015