Amelia Ann Fong, MD

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Get to know Ophthalmologist Dr. Amelia Ann Fong, who serves patients in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Dr. Fong is a general ophthalmologist, an accomplished adult cataract specialist, and a fellowship-trained oculoplastic specialist. She works at Aina Haina Eye Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. 

Specializing in eyelid and orbital disorders, she has done over 500 surgeries in the area. She also performs routine eye exams and is trained in cosmetic procedures such as blepharoplasty, botox, and facial fillers.

Born and raised in Honolulu, where her family has lived for three generations, Dr. Fong graduated from Punahou High School with honors. She then went on to receive her bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania, graduating Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa. She returned home to attend medical school at the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine and completed her residency in ophthalmology at the prestigious Georgetown/Medstar Washington Hospital Center. She then finished a highly competitive fellowship in oculoplastics at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas.

Dr. Fong served as an Associate Professor at the University of Texas Southwestern, giving multiple lectures and training residents in ophthalmic surgery. She has also contributed to the ophthalmic literature by publishing original articles and scientific posters, as well as presenting at professional meetings.

The doctor is board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO). The ABO is an independent, non-profit organization responsible for certifying ophthalmologists in the United States of America. 

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery, which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are experts in the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye. They may provide routine care such as vision testing, as well as prescribe and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, ophthalmologists are also surgeons. They repair traumatic injuries to the eye and perform cataract, glaucoma, and corneal surgery. 

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