Dr. Wai Wong

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
Bethesda, MD

Areas of Expertise

Dry AMD
Rare Retinal Diseases
Retinal Degenerative Disease
Medical Retina Evaluation And Management
Clinical Trials For Retinal Disease
Retinal Imaging And Disease Monitoring
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About Me

Dr. Wai T. Wong is a board-certified ophthalmologist and retinal specialist with a career spanning clinical care, retinal research, and ophthalmic drug development. He previously served as a senior investigator and faculty member at the National Eye Institute at the National Institutes of Health, where he cared for patients and led clinical trials in retinal disease.

Dr. Wong’s work has focused on conditions such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy, including earlier-phase studies and later-stage clinical trials. He is committed to helping patients understand their diagnosis, the range of available treatment options, and when clinical trial participation may be appropriate. His approach emphasizes clear education and collaborative decision-making to support long-term eye health and vision.

Training

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Training

    University of Pennsylvania

    Residency
  • Washington University School of Medicine

    Ph.D

    WashU in St. Louis

    Masters / PhD
  • Washington University School of Medicine

    M.D

    WashU in St. Louis

    Medical School
  • Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

    Bachelor’s Degrees in Chemical Engineering and Biology

    MIT

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Sayer Vision Research Award

    National Institutes of Health

  • Young Investigator Award

    Macula Society

  • Secretariat and Achievement Awards

    American Academy of Ophthalmology

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
PA
License Numbers
MD426131