Dr. Kent Small, M.D. is a nationally recognized, board-certified ophthalmologist with over 30 years of experience specializing in retinal diseases and surgery. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University and completed his internship, residency, and two fellowships in vitreoretinal surgery and molecular genetics at Duke University.
Dr. Small served over a decade as Professor and Director of the Macular Disease Center and Retinal Research Lab at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute. He was also Chairman of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Medical Branch.
Dr. Kent Small, M.D. is a nationally recognized, board-certified ophthalmologist with over 30 years of experience specializing in retinal diseases and surgery. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University and completed his internship, residency, and two fellowships in vitreoretinal surgery and molecular genetics at Duke University.
Dr. Small served over a decade as Professor and Director of the Macular Disease Center and Retinal Research Lab at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute. He was also Chairman of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Medical Branch.
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My wife and I really liked Dr Small. He listened and was involved with us.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Small is friendly and patient. Additionally, he takes the time to thoroughly answer questions and explain options and procedures in a calm, reassuring manner.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Excellent 👍
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Small I believe did an excellent job on treating me. He is very experienced, focused, and friendly. I told him I have full confidence in him and he proved me right. Thanks a lot Dr Kent Small
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Thorough professional and soft spoken. I would love him as a primary
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent
(2 months ago)
Nov-2025
He was very friendly, he was very thorough. Really felt like he was listening to what I was saying. Will be requesting him again.
(4 months ago)
Sep-2025
I was very impressed
(4 months ago)
Sep-2025
Very good excellent
(4 months ago)
Sep-2025
Very nice
(5 months ago)
Sep-2025
Long Beach
4300 Long Beach Blvd Suite 300 Long Beach, CA 90807
Dr. Kent Small, M.D. is a nationally recognized, board-certified ophthalmologist with over 30 years of experience specializing in retinal diseases and surgery. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University and completed his internship, residency, and two fellowships in vitreoretinal surgery and molecular genetics at Duke University.
Dr. Small served over a decade as Professor and Director of the Macular Disease Center and Retinal Research Lab at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute. He was also Chairman of Ophthalmology at the University of Texas Medical Branch. With over $10 million in research funding, he has authored more than 300 peer-reviewed publications and trained over 100 ophthalmologists and optometrists.
He is a member of multiple prestigious professional societies, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The Retina Society, and The Macula Society. He has received numerous honors, such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology Honor Award and recognition as one of the “Best Doctors in America” and “Best Doctors in Los Angeles.”
Dr. Small is known not only for his clinical expertise but also for his compassionate, patient-focused care. His patient-centered, educational approach is trusted by nearly 300 referring physicians throughout the Los Angeles and Glendale area.
“My mission has always been to combine cutting-edge retinal care with the personal, respectful treatment every patient deserves.” – Dr. Kent Small
My wife and I really liked Dr Small. He listened and was involved with us.
Dr Small is friendly and patient. Additionally, he takes the time to thoroughly answer questions and explain options and procedures in a calm, reassuring manner.
Excellent 👍
Dr Small I believe did an excellent job on treating me. He is very experienced, focused, and friendly. I told him I have full confidence in him and he proved me right. Thanks a lot Dr Kent Small
Thorough professional and soft spoken. I would love him as a primary
Excellent
He was very friendly, he was very thorough. Really felt like he was listening to what I was saying. Will be requesting him again.
I was very impressed
Very good excellent
Very nice