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Eileen Hwang
( out of 242 reviews )

Eileen Hwang, MD, PhD

Languages spoken: English

Clinical Locations

Primary Location

Redwood Health Center

1525 West 2100 South
Salt Lake City , UT 84119

Primary Children's Hospital

100 N Mario Capecchi Drive
Salt Lake City , UT 84113

Eileen Hwang, MD, PhD, specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of children and adults with retina conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusions, myopic degeneration, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, retinal tears, retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, Sticklers syndrome, Coats disease, familial exudative vitreoretinopathy, and traumatic eye injury.

Dr. Hwang received her bachelor’s degree in physics from Princeton University and her doctorate and medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah. She went on to finish a two-year fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where she performed lensectomy, vitrectomy, scleral buckles, lasers, and injections in infants, children, and adults.

As a researcher, Dr. Hwang has a proven track record of publications and independent research funding, including a Knights Templar Foundation (KTEF) Career-Starter Research Grant, being accepted into the University of Utah’s Vice President’s Clinical & Translational (VPCAT) Research Scholars Program, and receiving the VitreoRetinal Surgery Foundation Research Award, the Randall J Olson Scholar Award from the Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS) Foundation, and an F30 fellowship from the National Institutes of Health – National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.

Get to know Dr. Hwang by watching her profile video.

Board Certification

American Board of Ophthalmology

Patient Rating

Patients most frequently describe Dr. Hwang as attentive, kind, and thorough, noting she listens, explains tests and treatment rationale, and makes children and families comfortable. Many reviewers praised her communication, patience, coordination with staff, and inclusion of families in decision-making. A minority of comments reported rushed or dismissive encounters, long waits, or inadequate explanations, so experiences are not uniformly positive.

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4.7 /5
( out of 242 reviews )

The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.


2026-04-21
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She seems knowledgeable but also seemed to be in a hurry or just very busy. It's Dr. Chaya that I/we trust.

2026-04-05
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is personable, intelligent, well qualified and skillful. The whole experience was very comfortable and productive.

2026-03-18
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She's is an outstanding practitioner who is very smart and compassionate. She clearly explains what she doing and why. She's sensitive to the patient's needs.

2026-03-02
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Eileen is Awesome

2026-02-21
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang makes you feel very comfortable. Very patient and has a great personality and sense of humor.

2026-02-21
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Getting a shot in your eye once every 5 weeks is not something you look forward to, but Dr.Hwang makes it as pleasant as possible. She's a wonderful doctor, smart courteous and has a gracious manner and nice sense of humor which makes the experience pleasant.

2026-02-18
PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

Very informative and knowledgeable, answered all my questions.

2026-01-26
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She's the best.

2026-01-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Eileen Hwang made me feel very comfortable on my initial visit. Dr. Hwang listens to you, answers my questions and makes me laugh, too! I would highly recommend Dr. Hwang to anyone who needs a retina specialist.

2026-01-22
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She has always had our child's needs in mind when recommending treatment. She is very thorough and wants regular checkups to make sure his ROP stays inactive.

2026-01-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Thank you for making [NAME REMOVED] feel like his eye site is/was as important to you as it is to him. You and your staff always go above an beyond to ensure we understand what is happening and ensuring he is headed in the right direction to improve his disease. Thank from the bottom of my heart. You're amazing!!

2025-12-25
PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

Dr. Hwang is an excellent eye doctor and always has her patients best interests in mind when providing care.

2025-12-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is truly a leader in my ophthalmology care. She listens to my concerns and offers solutions. She is very capable as a surgeon and I will always recommend her for eye care.

2025-12-14
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Highly recommend.Answers questions,never feel rushed. Straight forward.

2025-12-11
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

If you need a Retinologist, you would be most fortunate to be under the care of Dr Hwang. She's always very thorough and thoughtful and makes certain that your care is appropriate to your needs.

2025-11-28
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Does her very best to provide the best care for your circumstance. Is professional and caring. Listens to all my needs.

2025-11-28
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is the best retina surgeon ever! In addition to being skilled and knowledgeable, she is a nice person with a sense of humor. This time I saw her for a follow-up, but she did such a good job on my retina surgery during the summer.

2025-11-12
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very good

2025-10-30
PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

We are greatful for the wonderful care you and your team give to our daughter [NAME REMOVED].

2025-10-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang cares so much about her patients and she explains things in a way that I can understand. She is so dedicated to her work!

2025-10-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is excellent on every level.

2025-10-19
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Fabulous care every visit.

2025-10-13
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Good

2025-10-11
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She made it a very pleasant experience for me.

2025-10-11
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is a great doctor and has always treated me and my eyes great and has brought my vision almost completely back which I'm truly grateful

2025-10-06
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I really like Dr. Hwang's professionalism and beside manner. I'm happy to have her for my provider.

2025-09-29
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is a very special doctor and operated on me in 2020. Love her dearly and your lucky to have her.

2025-09-28
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

she did not attend to myself. she not seen me in examing room at all. she was outside the examing room in the hallway the who time I was waiting to see her.

2025-09-14
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I absolutely love Dr. Hwang. I travel from out of state to see her for my now yearly appts. She's always so patient and caring, listening to my concerns and addressing them. She's and amazing clinician.

2025-08-16
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is really thorough and observant. She is also friendly and calm, which is a nice thing when a person has just learned that their retina has a bunch of holes in it.

2025-08-09
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very competent and cares about providing excellent care to each individual patient, explaining treatment alternatives, and is caring and supportive.

2025-07-03
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

!!!

2025-06-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I immediately liked her and felt comfortable with her

2025-06-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I was very disappointed to hear she is being transferred away from the South Jordan clinic. Since I live in Eagle Mountain, that is clearly the most convenient place for me to get these critical eye treatments.

2025-06-25
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very professional and engaging

2025-06-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is an excellent doctor. We are very happy to have her as my doctor. Very happy

2025-06-12
PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

We couldn't have asked for a better doctor! She was so knowledgeable and kind. She made our daughter feel comfortable having surgery for the first time. We really felt like our daughter was in the best hands throughout the entire process. We are so glad we found Dr Hwang and would recommend her to anyone!

2025-05-19
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is a great doctor. I had to get a Torn Retina surgery. And it was an emergency. Dr Hwang was willing to work late into the evening And gave me sound advice for my recovery.

2025-05-18
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

The very best eye doctor anywhere. Period.

2025-05-11
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

SheÕs a very good and caring doctor. I canÕt wait to see her in the new place

2025-05-08
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Love Dr Hwang.

2025-05-08
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Eileen Hwang saved my vision I am so so grateful she's my hereo.

2025-05-03
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Hwang hoes above and beyond to help you feel safe and heard. She listens and is very knowledgeable and understanding. I felt like I was truly in the best hands for my care.

2025-04-26
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Eileen S. Hwang is really great because she's super friendly and really knows her stuff when she checks you out. Plus, she's awesome at explaining everything in a way that totally makes sense, and she gives you the lowdown afterwards, so you feel totally in the loop.

2025-04-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very caring.

2025-04-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Except doctor.

2025-04-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I will recomend her 100% as a very good Dr and great person to trust. Thanks for your service.

2025-04-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang carefully explains the reason for the procedure, the medicine used for the injection and quickly administers the injection which helps to lessen the anxiety of anticipation. She's wonderful, very thoughtful and conscientious. I highly recommend her.

2025-03-30
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She has always done a great job with my eyes

2025-03-29
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is great.

2025-03-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I super nervous about my eye surgery but dr Eileen and team made the whole process so smooth and easy to care for after surely. I recommend her for your next eye surgery. Thank you, Eileen Hwang

2025-03-22
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

The best eye doctor I've encountered, and I've met very many.

2025-03-22
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is always very professional and very kind. Always willing to answer questions. I appreciate her care.

2025-03-16
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I was so disappointed in my visit with Dr Hwang. They did numerous tests and took many pics. When Dr Hwang came in there was no explanation of the tests and she seemed like she just didn't have time for me. I had many questions that were left unanswered. Very disappointed with this visit.

2025-03-16
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

He is a good doctor, pleasant and explains everything clearly. [TRANSLATED]

2025-03-15
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

The shots have been very painful the last few times

2025-03-14
PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

Dr Hwang is thorough and thoughtful when caring for her patients.

2025-03-13
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I would recommend Dr, Hwang to others,

2025-02-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Eileen Hwang is very AWESOME she saved my vision.

2025-02-23
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is a good doctor. Always professional, pleasant and courteous and available to answer questions if needed.

2025-02-12
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is so nice! She truly cares about her patients and addresses all of their concerns!

2025-02-09
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

First time meeting Eileen she seems very professional and what she does

2025-01-18
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I didn't see Dr. Hwang. Her assistant looked after me.

2025-01-15
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Not the best bedside manner

2024-12-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is fantastic. She is both friendly and professional. She takes great measures to make certain I am comfortable and feel as little pain as possible! We decided upon a goal for my treatments together and she expowhat would be happening on my next two visits. I feel very good about having Dr. Hwang treating my macular degeneration!

2024-12-28
MORAN EYE CENTER

I am very grateful and blessed that Dr. Eileen Hwang has taken care of my son for her very professional care, she is courteous and kind, thank you for all your attention, truly a #10 rating. [TRANSLATED]

2024-12-17
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She was very friendly at this location. I've wondering if there's a difference in the location atmosphere I usually see her at the Redwood location.

2024-12-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very polite and respectful [TRANSLATED]

2024-12-12
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

she listened to me and answered my questions sometimes before I knew I would have that question. Very positive experience. Nursing staff was great also. and took care of my need quickly and quietly very positively impressed with their both staff and facilities Thank You

2024-11-17
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is very focused . Does not waste her time.

2024-11-13
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was very attentive and listened to our medical history and was very good at explaining the tests and procedures. She was very patient with us and took time to get to know us in addition to our history. She followed up with colleagues to find an accurate diagnosis so that we can have appropriate follow up treatment.

2024-11-09
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She is an awful doctor who doesn't care about you at all. She will not verify that you are her patient, she will blame you for her scheduling issues. She will not give you any sort of treatment moving forward and will just tell you that your on your own! DO NOT SEE HER AT ALL!!!!

2024-11-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very personable. Intelligent, compatible

2024-10-30
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr.Eileen Hwang treated our family with respect and consideration and took amazing care of our son. She did everything to make him feel comfortable in a very uncomfortable exam and was honest but kind about his condition and what was the possible outcomes were for him. She wanted the best outcome but did not sugar coat the reality and severity of his condition to us which we appreciated. She included us in her thoughts for the best course of action but let the decisions remain with us. We are very grateful for her help and expertise and can not say enough good things about our experience.

2024-10-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

It's so good that she cares about you as an individual.

2024-10-29
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Incredible physician, she is conscientious, well credentialed, considerate and thorough. I trust her judgment completely. I wish more doctors were as dedicated as she is to her profession.

2024-10-29
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very respectful

2024-10-26
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is a very detailed and concerned physician and I'd totally refer her

2024-10-21
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is an exceptional doctor. Always professional, friendly, listens, answers questions and I always feel good in her care.

2024-10-09
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

My experience with Dr. Hwag was extremely disappointing. After waiting for an entire hour in the examination room, I was met with a lack of professionalism and courtesy. Dr. Hwag's bedside manner was not only rude, but also dismissive, leaving me feeling uncomfortable and unsafe throughout the appointment. I would not recommend her to anyone seeking compassionate or attentive care.

2024-10-09
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very efficient

2024-09-30
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She is very attentive and kind.

2024-09-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Huang is amazing

2024-09-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. HWANG IS THE BEST!!!

2024-09-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She was wonderful. Took the time to explain what she had found and what she expected to find.

2024-09-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Wonderful doctor. Smart, professional and kind. Eyesight is critical and I trust her with mine. She has been very clear about my problem and explained the pros and cons of my treatment. I'm lucky to have such a good team treating me and I appreciate her expertlise,.

2024-09-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is a fantastic doctor I wouldn't have wanted anyone else to do the surgery

2024-09-02
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Love dr Wang but can't continue to see her

2024-07-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is very compasionate and concerned for any conditions that might be happening, she explains the options thouroughly, I trust her skills and knowledge.

2024-07-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She. Is very cordial and efficient.

2024-07-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is very carring and good at what she does.

2024-07-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I'm grateful that God led me to this team. They are great at what they do and as icing on the cake, they are most pleasant to interact with.

2024-07-06
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was exceptionally caring and thorough. I'd recommend her without reservation.

2024-06-17
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Eileen Hwang is providing very acceptable treatment.

2024-06-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is great. She has a professional yet friendly demeanor.

2024-05-18
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I was so happy that Dr. Hwang did not have Togo e a shot. She said my eyes looked better

2024-05-12
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very thorough in her exams. Takes a common sense , practical approach to treatment. Weighs comfort of the patient with treatment options. Positive and hopeful nature.

2024-05-05
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She's a very caring person and very respectful. I am very satisfied with the way she treated me.

2024-05-04
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very easy going, explains things in a easy to understand manner

2024-04-26
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

thorough, meticulous, friendly and personable. Her skill and a very nice personality to work with. Confident in her competency and expertise.

2024-04-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

You can't get better care anywhere, Dr Hwang is tops in her field.

2024-04-21
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is an excellent practitioner who explains my needs and only performs a procedure if necessary. Also, she is a very good listener. I highly recommend her

2024-04-13
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang has great knowledge and experience and I would not have anyone else treat me

2024-04-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

The best, very skilled and caring!

2024-03-23
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is very thorough and caring. She performed surgery on my eye to repair a macular hole and did an amazing job.

2024-03-19
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Exceptional, specialist truly, friendly, thorough, easy to talk with, on top of her game

2024-03-17
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Amazing - I can see so much better - she made time in her busy schedule to squeeze me in and my vision has gotten so much better

2024-03-14
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She explained things to me very well

2024-03-12
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is very accommodating and really took care of my eye condition.

2024-03-05
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Like her very much and she is very nice and took good care of my eye needs.

2024-02-20
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is amazing and is kind, takes time with me to make sure I understand my options and helps be an active member of my care team. I wish more doctors were like her.

2024-01-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Thank you, Dr. Hwang! You made me comfortable, treated me professionally and answered all of my questions.

2024-01-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Competent, transparent, excellent communicator and listener

2024-01-24
MORAN EYE CENTER

Eileen S Hwang, MD, is a great professional and easy to talk to and she listens to what you have to say.

2024-01-23
MORAN EYE CENTER

As a nurse myself I recognize great doctors that give excellent care for their patients. Dr. Hwang is a great asset to Moran. I highly recommend her.

2024-01-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

De Hwang is an expert in her field. She is competent and considerate of her patient's needs.

2024-01-06
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very professional knowledgeable. Explain the procedure and preform the examination adequately.

2023-12-26
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I feel like I'm in skilled hands under her care!

2023-12-25
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

A very effective practitioner.

2023-12-16
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang worked hard to coordinate our schedules and other difficulties to get this procedure to fulfillment. Her asst Kelly also worked hard to schedule this procedure. Thank you to both of you.

2023-12-13
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was very patient, attentive, and kind. She took the time to not only talk to me, but talked to my child (who was the patient) she involved him in his care, and explained to him what was happening

2023-11-12
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Whang is always so nice and never makes me feel like she doesn't have time to answer my questions.

2023-11-11
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

An excellent physician and friend

2023-11-10
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was extremely patient, kind, understanding, and friendly while examining my 2 and a half year old son. She treated him with respect and made sure to get on his level and thank him for letting her examine his eyes. It was very refreshing seeing someone treat him with such respect, I couldn't recommend her enough.

2023-11-09
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She was great! Very personable and kind.

2023-11-04
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr hwang is absolutely incredible. She provides excellent care and takes the time to explain everything we need to know and never rushes us.

2023-10-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very caring and explains things in great detail

2023-10-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Listens to patient's concerns and explains procedures

2023-10-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang has saved my vision. I am so so thankful that she has been my doctor.

2023-10-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Great experience with Dr Hwang! She was knowledgeable, friendly and professional. Great interpersonal skills and communication with our teenager, respectful to her staff, a good experience that instilled assurance and confidence.

2023-10-21
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is very courteous and gives time during the appointment to address your concerns.

2023-10-21
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She did not waste any time explain things to me and very professional

2023-10-15
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

It is very easy to work with her.

2023-10-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Excellent doctor.

2023-10-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She was very caring and made me comfortable with where my eye was and what needed to be done to hopefully improve vision in that eye.

2023-08-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Knowledgeable, friendly, down to earth, interested

2023-08-18
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Hwang is amazing! She was able to get me in to see her quickly and was able to treat my issue. She is very nice and listened / addressed all of my concerns.

2023-08-13
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very caring and professional

2023-08-06
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very fast and pleasant.

2023-08-05
MORAN EYE CENTER

She was thorough and took the time to explain her rationale for treatment, what to expect and possible future treatments.

2023-07-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr, Hwang was very busy yet took her time with me, answered all my questions and was very nice.

2023-07-12
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She barely gave him 5 minutes. She obviously cares, but a long wait, then out.

2023-07-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I trust Dr Hwang completely to always provide me with the best of care.

2023-07-02
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang as well as all other staff were wonderful. My teenage daughter looks forward to her next annual visit with Dr. Hwang

2023-07-02
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is a and Iwonderful I trust her

2023-05-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is very skilled and knowledgeable and is striving to help me with the issues I have been having with my eyes she is very thorough

2023-05-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Overall very good and professional. Dr Hwang listened well to questions and explained treatment plans clearly.

2023-05-27
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very organized, good rapport with the staff, helps to make patient feel comfortable

2023-05-27
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She listens but moves very quickly. Sometimes she gives me the feeling that I am holding her back from seeing the next pa$ient.

2023-05-23
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She always very concerned about m health and very nice

2023-05-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

None of them explained much at all.

2023-05-12
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

This is the second surgery Ive had with her. Once on each eye. If I had a third eye th a problem, Id definitely go to her. I let her know I had upcoming knee surgery and she was able to schedule my surgery very quickly. Shes the best!

2023-05-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I texts Dr. Hwang about a concern with my eyes. Dr Hwang got me in to see her in a less than 2 days. That was appreciated.

2023-05-06
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Excelente profesional, muy cuidadosa en tomar la decisin correcta.

2023-04-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She was outstanding. She was not only knowledgeable but very easy to relate to. I was very Impressed. I would recommend her to everyone.

2023-04-29
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She is a great Dr. and very thorough.

2023-04-16
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She is very nice. I like working with her

2023-04-15
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Keep her as my specialist. I do not like anyone else tp take care of mer

2023-04-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is amazing!

2023-04-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is very capable. Twice Ive had a very long wait because she has an unexpected procedure with another patient.

2023-03-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Generally, this experience has been very good. Future treatments have not been well explained, however.

2023-03-26
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is the most caring Dr. I have ever been too. She is amazing!! So glad that we found her!

2023-03-25
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Great care

2023-03-19
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is amazing!

2023-03-05
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She is the best. Smart, friendly interested in me and my care .

2023-03-04
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

The doctor is very experience and nice. Pay close attention to patient issues.

2023-02-27
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was very approachable, not hurried in my examination. Thank you.

2023-02-26
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Doctor Hwang has been the best with Maizy, Dr. Hwang treats Maizy with kindness, compassion, respect, Dr. Hwang makes her feel at ease with her past surgeries, Dr. Hwang has even called us personally, Dr. Hwang is the BEST.

2023-02-25
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very competent

2023-02-16
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

this doctor exudes trust!

2023-02-13
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Awesome Dr. You will like and appreciate her.

2023-02-12
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is very concerned with my eye problem.

2023-02-11
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very competent And caring

2023-02-11
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

A very good doctor who listens, discusses and explains treatment and care options

2023-02-05
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is always very clear regarding treatment, if necessary and informing me of my future needs

2023-02-04
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Excellent, Caring professional.

2023-01-30
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I love Dr. Hwang. She is marvelous and caring. Listens and explains all things and answers any questions.

2023-01-30
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She was great

2023-01-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Excelente atencin de la doctora. Gracias

2023-01-16
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is always courteous and friendly when she begins the appointment. She explains and completes procedures in a professional manner and takes time to answer any questions about further treatments.

2023-01-15
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She explains everything to you and makes a person feels like she has known you forever

2023-01-15
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is amazing! The compassion she show to the patient and the family is amazing!

2023-01-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very pleasant.explained exam resultsleft me with a hopeful attitude

2023-01-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

The experience was very satisfactory.

2022-12-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Professional and friendly, explained everything in detail

2022-12-25
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I cant imagine a finer eye doctor than Dr. Hwang. The U is fortunate to have her on staff.

2022-12-25
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Doctor Hwang, what can I say. She is very caring. Very empathic. Makes sure that I as a patient am okay throughout the process. She is MARVELOUS. Thank ypu Doctor Hwang.

2022-12-24
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Very good

2022-12-24
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Excellent doctor.

2022-12-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I had excellent care.. I was well informed And very satisfied with her treatment concerning my eye care ..wellness plan

2022-12-13
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

She was very nice and rgfecuent

2022-12-12
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

she ws very concernd about y health

2022-12-11
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Good doctor who spends time helping her patients even when not visiting with them.

2022-12-05
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Shes awesome! Shes very knowledgeable, concerned and forthright.

2022-12-05
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is very kind & competent.

2022-12-03
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

The attention to my condition proceeded more rapidly than I had anticipated that it would.

2022-12-03
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

The attention to my condition proceeded more rapidly than I had anticipated that it would.

2022-10-31
South Jordan Health Center

Need to be more punctual

2022-10-23
South Jordan Health Center

Excelente

2022-10-07
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I would refer Dr.Wang she is great

2022-09-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was brief but direct. Her MA staff was great.

2022-08-30
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I wish more Dr could be like Dr Jacobi she was the best

2022-08-22
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Really really like this provider. I would recommend to anyone!

2022-08-12
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Glad we get to come here for care!

2022-08-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Good

2022-05-13
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was caring and genuinely listened to my concerns.

2022-05-02
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Happy team

2022-04-04
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Great physician and staff

2022-02-28
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

The Doctor was awesome I would definitely recommend the doctor and the Moran center I was very impressed with my care

2022-01-31
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Excellent care.

2022-01-10
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Great staff

2021-11-18
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Competent and pleasant

2021-11-06
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I was amazed at Dr. Hwang's manner and thoroughness. I was shocked that her background was not in pediatrics, because she maintained such a natural flow of conversation with my 7 year old while performing a really thorough eye exam. She made the whole experience really good!

2021-10-25
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is a great Retinologist!! We kind & caring.

2021-10-25
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I am so impressed with the care I receive, and how informed of the current procedure and my future care for next appointment

2021-10-14
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very good thanks

2021-10-01
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Best care always

2021-09-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Good

2021-09-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Is always very professional and efficient

2021-09-13
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

The doctor just looked at my scan results and said it looks like there Is no change in my eye so we're not gonna do anything because the shots have really done nothing before. We did not talk about other options for treatment she just wanted to see me in six months.

2021-08-30
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Very good thanks

2021-08-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Excellent Experience

2021-08-13
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is absolutely amazing!!

2021-08-11
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Excellent care from everyone involved.

2021-07-31
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Was surprised at the pressure on my eye for the injection, though injection was brief.

2021-07-27
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Thanks

2021-07-25
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

Always best care

2021-07-12
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

So impressed with the care I receive from Dr. Kwang and her team.

2021-07-08
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Yes, I would gladly recommend her. She's very educated in her field and has a great concern for her patients and takes the time to take care of them. Need more doctors like her.

2021-06-24
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr. Hwang is fabulous. Every doctor should be like her!

2021-06-20
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

doctor very caring

2021-06-19
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

thanks very much

2021-06-15
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

The young man that took care of me was great! I think the doctor was in a hurry - but she was nice.

2021-06-04
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

very good relationship established

2021-05-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I get nothing can be done but it would be nice to hear what could be causing it, tips to manage it, explain why the surgery is dangerous instead of telling me tojust go get a second opinion. I feel I didn't get any explanation the level of empathy was low. I am not a doctor keep that in mind and explain things to me

2021-04-19
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Good information were provided

2021-04-14
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was very professional and kind as we chatted about my recent surgery.

2021-04-12
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I had my partner with me and her questions were answered well and completely so we both understood the progress and course of treatment

2021-04-08
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

excellent provider as well as pleasant and personable

2021-02-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Always a good experience here.

2021-02-05
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Good experience.

2021-02-03
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

thanks

2021-02-01
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

it was evident that Dr. Huang was very busy, she gave me the info very quickly, luckily she had such an amazing staff to fill in the details.

2021-01-20
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

A+

2021-01-19
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

She was very polite, apologetic and understanding. She seemed very concerned about the lack of communication.

2020-11-23
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang is so excellent. She is very honest and includes me very well. she answers all my questions and is very understanding. She is very skilled and has been so excellent to me

2020-11-01
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

SHE IS GREAT

2020-10-23
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

Dr. Hwang was wonderful with er warm demeanor and expertise.

2020-10-17
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

I have been seen by Dr. Eileen Hwang for a year now, during this time, her concern for my condition has grown immensely. She is very thorough, but in the past has lacked empathy. This has been a remarkable change since I first started seeing her.

2020-10-10
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

She put me at ease with my condition

2020-10-03
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

no bad experiences

2020-09-24
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

ever thing was very good

2020-09-01
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

nothing bad

2020-08-01
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

good

2020-07-18
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

really like and appreciate Dr. Hwang!

2020-07-04
REDSTONE HEALTH CENTER

I have had the same exam from the same doctor previously. This time, the doctor did not have a gentle touch and it was painful. Part of the problem was she was struggling as she had apparently insufficient light from her headset.

2020-06-30
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I am ultimately extremely happy to be under the care of Dr Hwang who has terrific credentials and a nice manner as well.

2020-06-13
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Dr Hwang is excellent

2020-06-11
MORAN EYE CENTER

Dr Hwang is amazing and compassionate

2020-06-07
MORAN EYE CENTER

I think Dr. Hwang is amazing. She is a skilled doctor and she is compassionate and a good teacher as well. She describes treatments and options in an understandable fashion. Her communication skills are excellent.

2020-05-31
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

there is a possibility that I can be fitted with prescription glasses for left eye. unusual but my reading glasses improve my vision DISTANCE in my bad eye. Very hopeful - Dr was encouraging

2020-05-11
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

I already tell folks how wonderful my doctor was.

2020-05-03
MORAN EYE CENTER

dr hwang is amazing. she cares for me and is open and honest. she treats me like a whole person not just treating the eye

2020-04-30
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

the staff are Dr are all very skilled at what they do

2020-04-16
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

excei

2020-03-28
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

excellent preparation explanation of procedure

2020-03-10
REDWOOD HEALTH CENTER

Best

2020-03-02
MORAN EYE CENTER

the doctor told me that we were going to discuss all of it in the next apappointment . the interpreters were excellent

2020-02-19
SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

I felt very well informed about the procedure and the aftercare. Ive already recommended Moran to several folks


Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Eileen Hwang, MD, PhD, specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of children and adults with retina conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, retinal vein occlusions, myopic degeneration, macular hole, epiretinal membrane, retinal tears, retinal detachment, retinopathy of prematurity, Sticklers syndrome, Coats disease, familial exudative vitreoretinopathy, and traumatic eye injury.

Dr. Hwang received her bachelor’s degree in physics from Princeton University and her doctorate and medical degree at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah. She went on to finish a two-year fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin, where she performed lensectomy, vitrectomy, scleral buckles, lasers, and injections in infants, children, and adults.

As a researcher, Dr. Hwang has a proven track record of publications and independent research funding, including a Knights Templar Foundation (KTEF) Career-Starter Research Grant, being accepted into the University of Utah’s Vice President’s Clinical & Translational (VPCAT) Research Scholars Program, and receiving the VitreoRetinal Surgery Foundation Research Award, the Randall J Olson Scholar Award from the Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS) Foundation, and an F30 fellowship from the National Institutes of Health – National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.

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Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences -Assistant Professor
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology

Education history

Undergraduate Physics - Princeton University B.A.
Professional Medical Medicine - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School M.D.
Doctoral Training Biochemistry and Molecular Biology - University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Ph.D.
Internship Preliminary Internal Medicine - Ophthalmology - University of Utah School of Medicine Intern
Residency Ophthalmology - University of Utah School of Medicine, John A. Moran Eye Center Resident
Fellowship Vitreoretinal Surgery - Medical College of Wisconsin Fellow

Selected Publications

Journal Article

  1. Morgan DJ, Ruiz AS, Cordner KP, Layton DJ, Coats B, Hwang E (2025). Preparing Porcine Eyes for Confocal Reflectance Microscopy to Visualize the Vitreous Collagen Fiber Network. Journal of visualized experiments, (224),
  2. Hwang ES, Denise J. Morgan, Jieliyue Sun, M. Elizabeth Hartnett, Kimani C. Toussaint, Brittany Coat (2023). Confocal reflectance microscopy for mapping collagen fiber organization in the vitreous gel of the eye. Biomedical optics express, 14(2), 932-944.
  3. Hwang ES, Liu L, Ong MY, Rodriguez CM, Schwehr DE, Sanchez DE, Stoddard GJ, Weinberg D (2022). Self-reporting of conflicts of interest by ophthalmology researchers compared to the Open Payments Database industry reports. . Ophthalmology, 130(4), 387-393.
  4. Elizabeth C. Koller, Jessica A. Kraker, Hwang E (2021). Progression of partial posterior vitreous detachment over time. Retina (Philadelphia, Pa.), 41(7), 1396-1402.
  5. Kraker JA, Kim JE, Koller EC, George JC, Hwang E (2020). Standard 6 mm Compared to Wide Field 16.5 mm Optical Coherence Tomography for Staging of Posterior Vitreous Detachment. Ophthalmology. Retina, 4(11), 1093-1102.
  6. Randerson EL, Bogaard JD, Koenig LR, Hwang ES, Warren CC, Koenig S (2020). Clinical Outcomes and Lens Constant Optimization of the Zeiss CT Lucia 602 Lens Using a Modified Yamane Technique. Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.), 14, 3903-3912.
  7. Hwang ES, Morgan DJ, Pennington KL, Owen LA, Fingert JH, Bernstein PS, DeAngelis M (2019). Progressive optic nerve changes in cavitary optic disc anomaly: integration of copy number alteration and cis-expression quantitative trait loci to assess disease etiology. BMC medical genetics, 20(1), 63.
  8. Hwang ES, Kraker JA, Griffin KJ, Sebag J, Weinberg DV, Kim J (2019). Accuracy of spectral domain optical coherence tomography of the macula for detection of complete posterior vitreous detachment. Ophthalmology. Retina, 4(2), 148-153.
  9. Bee CR, Koenig LR, Hwang ES, Koenig S (2018). Removal of calcific band keratopathy without ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) in eyes with limited visual potential. Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.), 12, 1895-1899.
  10. Hwang ES, Stagg BC, Swan R, Fenzl CR, McFadden M, Muthappan V, Santiago-Caban L, Mifflin MD, Moshirfar (2017). Corneal biomechanical properties after laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis and photorefractive keratectomy. Clinical ophthalmology (Auckland, N.Z.), 11, 1785-1789.
  11. Hwang ES, Brodsky (2012). Folding delay and structural perturbations caused by type IV collagen natural interruptions and nearby Gly missense mutations. The Journal of biological chemistry, 287(6), 4368-75.
  12. Cheng H, Rashid S, Yu Z, Yoshizumi A, Hwang E, Brodsky (2011). Location of glycine mutations within a bacterial collagen protein affects degree of disruption of triple-helix folding and conformation. The Journal of biological chemistry, 286(3), 2041-6.
  13. Hwang ES, Thiagarajan G, Parmar AS, Brodsky (2010). Interruptions in the collagen repeating tripeptide pattern can promote supramolecular association. Protein science, 19(5), 1053-64.

Review

  1. Carpenter CM, MacLachlan AG, Kwun CY, Johnson TJ, Baugh BT, Requejo Figueroa GA, Rivera-Flores S, Liu X, Stoddard GJ, Kraker JA, Hwang E (2025). Relative Risk of Retinal Detachment in COL2A1 Compared with COL11A1 Stickler Syndrome: An Individual Patient Data Meta-Analysis. Ophthalmology. Retina, 10(2), 194-203.
  2. Phillips JD, Hwang ES, Morgan DJ, Creveling CJ, Coats (2022). Structure and mechanics of the vitreoretinal interface. Journal of the mechanical behavior of biomedical materials, 134, 105399.

Case Report

  1. Hwang ES, Harrie RP, Desautels (2023). Bilateral Cataracts and Posterior Lentiglobus in USP9X Syndrome. Ophthalmology,
  2. Sophie R, Moses GM, Hwang ES, Kim J (2019). Fundus hypopigmentation and loss of choroidal nevi pigmentation associated with nivolumab. JAMA ophthalmology, 137(7), 851-3.
  3. Hwang ES, Bell JE, Quigley EP, Hoesch RE, Shakoor (2018). Stroke Due to Cerebral Vasculitis in a Patient with Relentless Placoid Chorioretinitis. Ocular immunology and inflammation, 26(6), 921.

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