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John D. Ng, M.D., M.S., FACS

Accepting new patients

  • Head of Oculofacial Plastics, Orbital and Reconstructive Surgery Division, Co-director of Facial Nerve Center
  • Professor of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Ophthalmology

Clinical focus

  • Oculofacial Plastic Surgery
  • Ophthalmology

Locations and contact

I see patients at
White brick building next to parking garage, and the buidling entrance reads Casey Eye Institute. There is also an extended cover for the patient drop off area at the building entrance.
Casey Eye Institute
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About me

Dr. Ng is an orbital trauma specialist and is chief of the Division of Oculofacial Plastics, Orbital and Reconstructive Surgery. He specializes in ophthalmic plastic, orbital, lacrimal and reconstructive surgery for adult and pediatric patients. His research interests include orbital and facial trauma, facial nerve palsy rehabilitation, techniques for orbit reconstruction, orbital implants in socket expansion, ocular surface protection in burn patients, and resorbable implants for reconstruction and cosmetic brow surgery.

Dr. Ng is the oculofacial plastic specialist for the Facial Nerve Center which is a multi specialty clinic that provides comprehensive management of patients with facial nerve palsy and secondary synkinesis.

In his spare time, Dr. Ng enjoys hiking, biking and snow shoeing.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.S., 1983, University of Rochester
    • M.S., 1984, Georgetown
    • M.D., 1988, George Washington University

  • Residency

    • Letterman-Madigan Army Hospital, Tacoma, 1994

  • Fellowship

    • Midwest Eye Institute, Indiana University

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Ophthalmology

Memberships and associations:

  • American College of Surgeons
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (234 Ratings, 86 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey patient surveys.

  1. He is the best surgeon- skill and bedside manner

  2. Everyone was very polite, very helpful, and SKILLED! I only wish that what I had done would have really worked for me. I still have the droopy eyelid and spasms. I was hopeful, they told me it might not work, and they were right...

  3. Friendly amd helpful staff and doctor. Not rushed, answered questions. Lots of time spent on identifying issue.

  4. Well, everything was very good, very friendly and answered my questions

  5. Dr. Ng actually listens to me when he asks a question. He explains everything with detail and makes sure that I understand everything he says. This is important to me because I have profound hearing loss in both ears and I rarely ever leave any doctor's office with complete understanding of my visit. Dr. Ng and his staff are very patient with me.

  6. I will be going back for eye surgery in the near future.

  7. Excellent care.

  8. Very friendly and respectful

  9. Dr Ng is very ez to talk with always ready to answer questions

  10. Dr Ng is very caring. I trust him completely to care for my surgical needs. He understands the extent of my paralysis and recommends what will give me more comfort and use of my eye.

  11. Dr. Ng is very experienced and professional.Surgery took very short and yet very high quantities.

  12. Very knowledgeable. Explained options, side effects and listened to my questions and concerns. Felt confident in his abilities to resolve my issues.

  13. I felt totally relaxed and comfortable with my entire experience from my surgeon to the all those involved with taking care of me. Please thank them for me. I couldn't have been more satisfied!

  14. Friendly, very competent, answered questions

  15. Perfect

  16. Dr Ng. Is the best. Very personal and knowledgeable.

  17. She is friendly, kind and listens.

  18. Dr. Ng had clearly reviewed my record from 13 years ago. Although I highly doubt he remembered me from a forgettable surgery, he seemed as though he did. He is friendly, thorough, professional, kind and thoughtful.

  19. Kind, personable and very informative. Helped guide our decision with information and not pressure

  20. The doctor listened and took time to explain each step of my treatment. He also patiently answered all of my questions and made sure I was comfortable with all the decisions. So professional.

  21. Excellent , succinct information delivered in a easy to understand , friendly way

  22. I place my trust in his skilld

  23. Dr. Ng is very professional, caring, nice doctor. He has always explained, listened to my concerns and addressed them. Thank you, Dr. Ng!

  24. Dr Ng is amazing

  25. Dr. Ng, is very personable, kind, patient doctor, that listens to your concerns and addresses them to your understanding.

  26. Nice,great customer service and very respectful.

  27. I like Dr Ng and the care he has provided to me. He always gives me the time I need and answers my questions.

  28. He was very knowledgeable and is an effective communicator.

  29. Dr. Ng takes his time and explains things in a way that is understandable. He also listens and answers questions asked of him.

  30. Dr Ng was familiar with my history as he has done acouple of previous surgeries. He was professional and thorough