Dr. Olivia C. Ong, MD | Monrovia, CA | Ophthalmology

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Dr. Olivia Ong is an ophthalmologist with nearly three decades of experience helping patients with comprehensive eye care. She earned her medical degree from the prestigious David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and has dedicated 29 years to protecting and improving patients' vision. Dr. Ong is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing her to connect with diverse communities and ensure clear communication during eye care visits.

Dr. Ong practices at USC Verdugo Hills Hospital and maintains offices across Southern California, including locations in Monrovia, Glendora, Glendale, Palm Desert, Huntington Beach, and San Gabriel. She specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, two of the most common vision-threatening conditions. Her expertise includes advanced cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants and comprehensive retinal imaging to monitor eye health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Ong highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.3

70 Ratings
29 years of experience
speaks Spanish, Chinese
David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
67 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
6 office locations
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Ong's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

70 Ratings with 67 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 41 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (51) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (48) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (48) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (37) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (41) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Saw me in a timely manner: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Staff was courteous: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)

Patients praise Dr. Olivia Choon Ong for her exceptional knowledge, thoroughness, and ability to explain medical conditions clearly, making them feel valued and well-cared for. Many highlight her professionalism, friendly demeanor, and the attentive support of her staff, which contributes to an excellent overall experience. Despite these positive aspects, numerous patients express frustration with the long wait times for appointments, often waiting for hours despite scheduled times, which they associate with poor office management. Complaints also point to some unsatisfactory interactions with the support staff, emphasizing a need for better empathy and efficiency in handling patient appointments.

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La Doctora Ong es un excelente Doctor. Ella te escucha y toma tiempo para explicar y solucionar todas mis necesidades. Contesta muy amable mis preguntas y me hace sentir que puedo confiar en ella. Con la ayuda de su asistente Ángela siento la confianza de seguir mi próxima cirugía porque ella me explica de manera sencilla lo que me edito y mis inquietudes. El personal es respetuoso y el ambiente agradable y limpio. Yo recomiendo a Azul Visión y por supuesto a la Dra Ong para sus necesidades de su vista.

June 4th, 2026

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Dr. Ong is very insightful and helpful! She listened to all my concerns and was very patient.

May 14th, 2026

2 people found this helpful

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Minimal wait time. Dr. Ong is knowledgeable, personable, and thorough.

May 6th, 2026

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Great care and attention

May 5th, 2026

2 people found this helpful

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She is Very Kind and Patient with my 94 year old mother… very helpful in understanding what is going on

April 30th, 2026

1 person found this helpful

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Esta mañana estuvimos ahí para consultar a mi esposo los tiempos de espera son un poco largos pero vale la pena porque ella es muy buena en lo que hace, si quieres una doctora con calidad ella es la indicada y vale la pena esperar.

April 23rd, 2026

2 people found this helpful

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This young lady is wonderful, she was very informative. Explained everything to me where I can understand it. Answered all my questions was in a hurry.. five stars if I could give her more than five stars, I would I recommend this doctor to everyone. I am 100% satisfied with this doctor. i’m very comfortable that she is going to do my surgery. She is awesome.

April 23rd, 2026

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Dr. Olivia Choon Ong is great she pays attention to detail. The patient my mom is 91 years of age she is pick e with moderate dementia. So as a doctor she has to be on point. You can tell a lot about a doctor by her staff especially if there uninformed. Doctor Ong staff is happy, very helpful, empathetic, and professional that clearly speaks to Doctor Ong's commitment to excellence.

April 21st, 2026

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Dr. Ong is wonderful always excellent visiting with her. She tells you all about how she is treating you and next steps. Very knowledgeable and detailed lady.

April 17th, 2026

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I've been seeing Dr. Ong every 5 to 6 months for many years. I credit her with keeping me from developing glaucoma. She explains my status clearly, & is always in a good mood despite a heavy patient load. The staff at the clinic does a great job supporting her.

April 9th, 2026

2 people found this helpful

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Dr. Olivia Choon Ong, MD	Dr. Ebbie Soroudi, MD	Dr. Khaled Aly Tawansy, MD	Dr. Babak Shabatian, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (70 Ratings)	3.2 (21 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	3.5 (21 Ratings)
29 Years of Experience	26 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese	Speaks Spanish, English, Italian, Farsi		Speaks Spanish, English, Farsi
Monrovia , CA	Beverly Hills , CA	LOS ANGELES , CA	Lancaster , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School	Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1997

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What languages does Dr. Olivia Ong speak?: Dr. Olivia Ong speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Where is Dr. Olivia Ong's office located?: Dr. Olivia Ong's office is located at 855 W Foothill Blvd, Monrovia, CA, 91016.
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