Dr. Shannon Wong is one of Austin’s most experienced ophthalmologists performing surgical vision correction procedures. He has performed well over 7,000 laser vision correction procedures and 10,000 cataract and premium lens replacement procedures. As testament to the safety and long-term benefits of Vision correction surgery, he has performed LASIK surgery for his wife and children and performed Premium Cataract Surgery on his father – Mitchel Wong, MD and his mother. His commitment to providing the highest quality care for each patient involves deploying the safest and most advanced surgical treatment for his patients while using the most advanced technologies.
About Shannon Wong
Dr. Shannon Wong is an Austin native. He graduated from St. Stephen’s Episcopal School in Austin. He received his undergraduate degree from Rice University in Houston, TX. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX before beginning his Internship at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in San Jose, CA. His residency in ophthalmology was completed at Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA where he was also the Chief Resident in Ophthalmology. He is past Chief of Ophthalmology at St. David’s Medical Center in Austin. He is currently an affiliate faculty member in the department of ophthalmology at the University of Texas at Austin Dell medical school.
Austin Eye was the first practice to perform LASIK in Austin in 1995. We were also the first ophthalmologists providing all-laser iLASIK in Austin in 2002.
In addition to iLASIK, Dr. Shannon Wong routinely performs cataract and premium lens replacement surgery. Most procedures are done at the Austin Eye Laser and Surgicenter located at 2700 Bee Cave Road in Austin. Since 2004, he has been using advanced technology lens implants to enable seamless vision far, near and in-between without glasses. Bausch and Lomb has recognized Shannon Wong and Austin Eye as a cataract surgery center of excellence. Over the past 17 years, he has used advanced technology lenses in thousands of patients with excellent results to date. In 2012, Dr. Shannon Wong performed the first laser cataract surgery procedure in Austin. Laser cataract surgery is designed to make cataract surgery outcomes more precise, predictable and safe.
Dr. Wong’s focus is on surgical vision correction – primarily premium lens replacement and premium cataract surgery, and LASIK. He is skilled and considered an expert in management of complex surgery to the lens, iris and cornea.
Dr. Shannon Wong has been recognized by the Summit Autonomous Society for ranking among the highest volume LASIK surgeons in the United States. He has been recognized by the Intralase Corporation as a pioneer in iLASIK surgery. His expertise in surgical vision correction has been featured in news reports in the Austin American Statesman, the Austin Business Journal, Fox 7 News, KXAN (NBC) news, and KVUE (ABC) news over the past 23 years. Austin Monthly magazine has recognized Shannon Wong as a “Top Doctor” in Ophthalmology from 2019-2022. Texas Monthly magazine selected Dr. Shannon Wong as an Ophthalmology “Super Doctor” in every year from 2012-2021.
Credentials
Education & Training
- Baylor University
- Medical School, 1993
Languages
English
Memberships & Affiliations
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Awards & Recognition
American Board of Medical Specialties
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★★★★★4.91,193 reviewsGoogle reviews for Austin Eye Jollyville, the practice associated with Dr. Shannon Wong. Reviews describe the practice and may mention other providers at this location.View all Google reviews at this practice
Answered all my questions. I got lots of good info. She put me at ease.
Response from the ownerFeeling informed and at ease is exactly what we want for every visit, and we're glad that came through for you. Thank you for sharing your experience.- Response from the ownerReceiving your 5-star rating is very much appreciated, and we thank you for your support.
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Dr Deese is amazing. Great assistant, check-in staff and process. Well run. Very knowledgeable. Over the top communication style. Awesome personalities. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience in spite of the reason why I had to go in to get my eyes checked. Highly recommend!
Response from the ownerThank you for the kind words about our team. It's wonderful to hear that the check-in process felt organized and that our communication style and personalities made a real impression. We appreciate the recommendation.Dr Forrest and her team were great. Thanks much for the service.
Response from the ownerThank you for the kind words. We're glad the team could make a good impression, and we appreciate you taking a moment to share that.The actual appointment was fine. Dr. Deese was friendly and professional, and the technician was very nice. The reason for the lower rating is that I sat in the waiting room for 45 minutes after my scheduled time to be called back. The day before my appointment, while filling out paperwork, I saw that if I had been just 10 minutes late, my appointment would have been canceled and I would have been charged a rescheduling fee. I'm wondering why my time apparently isn't as important as the clinic's.
Very efficient eye examination and beautiful office with excellent staff and equipment
Response from the ownerIt's genuinely pleasing to hear that the office and our team made such a good impression. We put real care into keeping visits efficient and the environment welcoming, and it's good to know that comes through.- Response from the ownerWe truly appreciate your five-star rating and thank you for your support.
- Response from the ownerYour support is greatly appreciated, and we thank you for the five-star rating.
