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Dr. Yong Woo Kam

Ophthalmology Cornea Specialist

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Dr. Yong Kam

Ophthalmology Cornea Specialist

Kansas City, MO

Areas of Expertise

LASIK and PRK Evaluation
Corneal Transplantation
Anterior Segment Reconstruction

About Me

Dr. Yong Kam is a board-certified anterior segment surgeon with specialized expertise in advanced cataract, cornea, and refractive surgery. He focuses on restoring clear, comfortable vision using modern lens technology and procedures such as EVO ICL for patients who are not LASIK candidates. Patients value his careful measurements, detailed counseling about options, and steady hands in the operating room. A Kansas City native, Dr. Kam completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center after earning his MD and BS at the University of Kansas. During fellowship training he received the P.J. Leinfelder Award for Excellence in Research. At Moyes Eye Center he performs complex cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, and anterior segment reconstruction, and collaborates closely with optometrists to optimize outcomes and recovery.

Training

  • Ophthalmology
    University of Kansas Medical Center
    Residency
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine
    MD
    University of Kansas School of Medicine
    Medical School
  • University of Kansas
    BS in Cell Biology
    University of Kansas
    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • P.J. Leinfelder Award for Excellence in Research

Certifications & Licensure

  • Licensed In:
    IA, KS
  • License Numbers:
    MD-47011, 04-44753

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