Jeffrey C. Hong, M.D., M.B.A.
I would like to personally welcome you to our office. I am looking forward to taking care of all your eye and vision needs, whether it involves a simple refraction for glasses, or a complex corneal transplant procedure.
The management of dry eye disease, and glaucoma are my areas of expertise, and I have received numerous grants from pharmaceutical companies to investigate their products. As an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA for many years, I have been involved in the latest therapies and techniques in the field of ophthalmology to better serve your eye care needs. As the past Chairman of the Section of Ophthalmology at Huntington Memorial Hospital, I feel honored to have been named as one of Pasadena Magazine's "TOP DOCS" from 2009 - 2019. In addition, I was nominated by KCAL-Channel 9 for "Best Ophthalmologist" in the Los Angeles area for 2010 and 2011. I have been selected by my peers as one of the top ophthalmologists in Southern California for 2012 - 2020 in Super Doctors, superdoctors.com, and by Castle Connolly, castleconnolly.com, for 2015 - 2019. Los Angeles Magazine has named me as a "Top Doctor" for 2019 - 2020. I have been honored as one of "The Best Eye Surgeons in America", in Delta Sky magazine, and Southwest, The Magazine, for 2015 - 2020.
I volunteer my time by providing free eye exams to eligible individuals with Eye Care America, the UCLA Mobile Eye Van, and Care Harbor, which is an annual health fair held in downtown Los Angeles.
I have been elected to serve on the Board of the Los Angeles Society of Ophthalmology, and currently hold the position of Immediate Past President.
When I am not in the office, I enjoy spending time as the soccer coach for my twin 13 year old daughters, and otherwise keeping them out of trouble!
The management of dry eye disease, and glaucoma are my areas of expertise, and I have received numerous grants from pharmaceutical companies to investigate their products. As an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA for many years, I have been involved in the latest therapies and techniques in the field of ophthalmology to better serve your eye care needs. As the past Chairman of the Section of Ophthalmology at Huntington Memorial Hospital, I feel honored to have been named as one of Pasadena Magazine's "TOP DOCS" from 2009 - 2019. In addition, I was nominated by KCAL-Channel 9 for "Best Ophthalmologist" in the Los Angeles area for 2010 and 2011. I have been selected by my peers as one of the top ophthalmologists in Southern California for 2012 - 2020 in Super Doctors, superdoctors.com, and by Castle Connolly, castleconnolly.com, for 2015 - 2019. Los Angeles Magazine has named me as a "Top Doctor" for 2019 - 2020. I have been honored as one of "The Best Eye Surgeons in America", in Delta Sky magazine, and Southwest, The Magazine, for 2015 - 2020.
I volunteer my time by providing free eye exams to eligible individuals with Eye Care America, the UCLA Mobile Eye Van, and Care Harbor, which is an annual health fair held in downtown Los Angeles.
I have been elected to serve on the Board of the Los Angeles Society of Ophthalmology, and currently hold the position of Immediate Past President.
When I am not in the office, I enjoy spending time as the soccer coach for my twin 13 year old daughters, and otherwise keeping them out of trouble!
Mrs. Marie Rodriguez, Office Coordinator
Hi! I am one of the first friendly voices or face to welcome you to our office. I am bilingual and can help you make your appointment, will help Dr. Hong with pre-testing, and other needs. I pride myself on customer service and enjoy interacting with patients, hoping to make you feel comfortable and confident in our services. It's always a pleasure to meet new patients and to greet familiar patients when they return each year.
Away from the office I enjoy spending time with family and friends, but especially enjoying my time with my grandson Justin - my pride and joy!
Away from the office I enjoy spending time with family and friends, but especially enjoying my time with my grandson Justin - my pride and joy!
Mrs. Lauren Masciola, Ophthalmic Assistant
Hello, I am the office assistant and I will be performing your visual acuity test among other tests. You will see me before seeing the Doctor and after scheduling your appointments. I truly enjoy talking to the patients here at Huntington Eye and look forward to meeting you!
Outside of work I like travel and outdoor exploration with my husband and family. I am currently taking Mandarin classes and would love practicing with Mandarin speaking patients.
Outside of work I like travel and outdoor exploration with my husband and family. I am currently taking Mandarin classes and would love practicing with Mandarin speaking patients.
Mr. Steffen C Gasthaus, ABO Licensed Optician, and German Licensed Master Optician
Hi, I am the optician in our office with more than 30 years of national and international experience to assist and support our patients in any possible way when it comes to lenses, frames and/or contact-lenses selection.
I am feeling myself dedicated to to stay on top of any fashion direction, as well as any optical-technological development, important to our clients and patients.
Hi, I am the optician in our office with more than 30 years of national and international experience to assist and support our patients in any possible way when it comes to lenses, frames and/or contact-lenses selection.
I am feeling myself dedicated to to stay on top of any fashion direction, as well as any optical-technological development, important to our clients and patients.
Ms. Yolanda Salazar, Front Office Coordinator
As front office coordinator and newest member of Huntington Eye Medical Group. I am responsible for all communication with Dr Jeffrey Hong's patients, surgery scheduling and a few other tasks. I have several years of experience in the optical field. Fluent in both English and Spanish. I am happy to welcome our patients and to always offer the best service.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family (we are always up for new adventures).
I also love to cook and bake.
As front office coordinator and newest member of Huntington Eye Medical Group. I am responsible for all communication with Dr Jeffrey Hong's patients, surgery scheduling and a few other tasks. I have several years of experience in the optical field. Fluent in both English and Spanish. I am happy to welcome our patients and to always offer the best service.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family (we are always up for new adventures).
I also love to cook and bake.