Dr. Kun Ding, M.D., Ph.D., is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist at EyeHealth Northwest. He earned his M.D. from Shandong First Medical University and a Ph.D. from Sun Yat-sen University. Dr. Ding specializes in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), traditional procedures, and cataract surgery. A former researcher at John Hopkins, he brings a deep scientific background to his clinical practice and is dedicated to providing advanced care to the Portland community.
Dr. Kun Ding, M.D., Ph.D., is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist at EyeHealth Northwest. He earned his M.D. from Shandong First Medical University and a Ph.D. from Sun Yat-sen University. Dr. Ding specializes in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), traditional procedures, and cataract surgery. A former researcher at John Hopkins, he brings a deep scientific background to his clinical practice and is dedicated to providing advanced care to the Portland community.
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Very friendly and informative.
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
I know he’s busy, but wish he would explain more
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Very professional and through.
The staff was very good too!
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
The doctor made me feel confident I will receive the best treatment.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Very thorough and professional.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
Had a great fist experience with Dr DING. He games you feel comfortable and explains it all to you. Very professional and calming. I would recommend him. He is stellar.
(1 week ago)
Apr-2026
He correctly diagnosed my itchy eye. The itchiness is gone
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
He explained and answered all of my concerns.
Thank you!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Professional, yet open in manner
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
I had a lot of questions and concerns about upcoming surgery and he answered them all very well. He was very clear and took time. I learned some new info and appreciated his openness and knowledge.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
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Dr. Kun Ding, M.D., is a fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist with expertise in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, traditional glaucoma procedures, glaucoma laser treatments, and cataract surgery.
Originally from northern China, Dr. Ding earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Shandong First Medical University and went on to complete a Ph.D. in Ophthalmology at Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China. As a medical student, he was inspired by observing the Flying Eye Hospital-Orbis International, which motivated him to pursue ophthalmology on a more global and diverse stage. This inspiration eventually led him to the United States, where he has continued to expand his training and career.
He undertook postdoctoral research at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University, focusing on ocular gene therapy and mechanisms of ocular neovascularization. His work has been published in leading journals such as the Journal of Clinical Investigation, Science Advances, and Gene Therapy.
Dr. Ding completed his internship at Lincoln Medical Center, affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical College, and his ophthalmology residency at BronxCare Health System, affiliated with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, both in New York City. He then pursued fellowship training in glaucoma at the Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health & Science University, and the Devers Eye Institute of Legacy Health System. Upon moving to Portland for his fellowship, Dr. Ding quickly fell in love with the city. Its natural beauty and sense of community reminded him of his hometown in China, which played a key role in his decision to remain in Portland after completing his training.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Ding enjoys exploring the Pacific Northwest with his partner, foraging for mushrooms, and traveling.
Very friendly and informative.
I know he’s busy, but wish he would explain more
Very professional and through. The staff was very good too!
The doctor made me feel confident I will receive the best treatment.
Very thorough and professional.
Had a great fist experience with Dr DING. He games you feel comfortable and explains it all to you. Very professional and calming. I would recommend him. He is stellar.
He correctly diagnosed my itchy eye. The itchiness is gone
He explained and answered all of my concerns. Thank you!
Professional, yet open in manner
I had a lot of questions and concerns about upcoming surgery and he answered them all very well. He was very clear and took time. I learned some new info and appreciated his openness and knowledge.