Lisa Y. Yang

Lisa Y. Yang MD

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Ophthalmology
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4.8 / 5 (based on 423 Reviews) View 161 Comments

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Dr. Yang knew she wanted to be an ophthalmologist after discovering “a love of science and microscopes” at age 15.  She fosters open, honest patient relationships to be able to give the same kind of care she would to a family member.

A longtime Whittier resident, Dr. Yang likes playing the piano and indoor skydiving in her free time. Founder and president of the New York Medical College ballroom dancing club, she is also a member of NYMC Arrhythmias, an acapella group, and speaks Spanish and Taiwanese.

Office Information

Hospital/Group Affiliation

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

PIH Health Physicians

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Gender

Female

Specialties

  • Ophthalmology

Additional Languages

  • Spanish
  • Taiwanese

Education

Medical School

New York Medical College - Valhalla

Internship

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center-Santa Clara (California)

Residency

New York Medical College - Valhalla

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology

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Patient Reviews

January 06, 2026
The Dr was so thorough and explained everything she was doing step by step. The office staff was very courteous and efficient. I love coming to this office.
December 19, 2025
she is excellent doctor.
December 17, 2025
Excellent Customer service and Excellent physician care!
December 16, 2025
Office personnel and Dr were professional and courteous. My only concern is when my insurance is billed, they don't inform the insurance companies (I have dual coverage) of the secondary insurance.
December 16, 2025
Always a long wait past scheduled appointment time to finally see the doctor.
December 11, 2025
I feel very confident under Dr. Yang's care. She explains everything to me during the check up procedure. She listens and addresses my concerns without hurrying her time with me. I love Dr. Yang!!
December 05, 2025
Dr. Yang is very professional and knowledgeable. Takes her job seriously and is very Cordial. Is very thorough and friendly.
December 02, 2025
Dr Yang explained things very thoroughly with me and never makes me feel rushed. She does such a great job and I am so glad I went to her. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
November 21, 2025
Dr. Yang is extremely thorough and very clear when explaining her findings. She is very personable and easy to talk to about your concerns. Because she is so good at what she does, she is booked solid for months at a time and very difficult to secure an appointment with.
November 21, 2025
Dr Yang is an amazing doctor I could see much much better. So grateful to her
November 21, 2025
I'm happy with Dr Yang. Dr (name removed) is retiring and he told me I'll be in good hands with Dr Yang.
November 19, 2025
The staff were friendly and professional. Doctor Yang, my eye doctor is excellent in caring for my eyes., Though it was just a routine check up she spent as much time explaining to me my about my eyes. I've been under her care since 2024 and I'm very happy.
November 18, 2025
Love Doctor Yang!! She is thorough, takes her time! And just plain wonderful!!
November 18, 2025
Dr Yang is the best!! She always listens and I feel that she genuinely cares!!
November 14, 2025
The doctor was very professional and personal she answered all my questions and I did have questions. She is very thorough with her notes and pass notes. She is on top of things and it's a great person to be examined by. Your group has a good person to represent your organization.
November 13, 2025
Yes, I've had excellent care from that doctor. I've been seeing her for many years, and she's wonderful. She's a wonderful person, and so is all the staff. Thank you.
November 12, 2025
I feel that PIH over schedules appointments. There were so many patients in the waiting room with only one doctor caring for all of them. Dr Yang is a great doctor!! Very knowledgeable, thorough, kind. She makes sure she goes through all your tests and you understand your results and answers any questions you have??
November 11, 2025
Had to wait an extra hour or so to be called in with the doctor. But she is exceptionally thorough, professional and kind. She explains everything and listens attentively. I've been her patient for quite a few years and I trust her with my eye care.
November 11, 2025
I always love my visits with Dr. Yang, her whole staff were excellent, I look forward to my next visit next year. I am a Happy patient
November 06, 2025
She was an excellent doctor and she made up for Dr. (name removed), which I had a horrible experience with Dr. (name removed). I would never recommend anybody to Dr. (name removed), but she made it so good. And I much appreciate her professionalism, her caring, her understanding, and her knowledge.
November 06, 2025
Very professional personnel
November 05, 2025
Adding another doctor to this office has really improved patient care. I was done in an hour this time whereas it used to take 2 or more hours for an appointment and the waiting room was always full. My experience was much better than any of my previous appointments (I go every 6 months).
November 04, 2025
Dr Yang is an excellent opthalmologist. She is thorough and thoughtful in interacting with her patients. I highly recommend her services.
October 30, 2025
Very efficient and immediate service with almost no wait time.
October 29, 2025
Very professional and personal service
October 28, 2025
I had an 8:45 a.m. appointment. They asked to get there 15 minutes early. So I got there at 8:30 a.m. and I was called in probably 90 minutes later. Yeah, maybe it was around 10:15. By the time I left there, I had missed another appointment that I had somewhere else. I didn't get out of there until 11 o'clock. That was too long of a wait.
October 14, 2025
Dr Yang and her staff are awesome, friendly and respectful.
October 14, 2025
Dr. yang listens to me and explains things very clearly to me.
October 09, 2025
I was treated very professionally and everyone was polite & friendly. TU~~
October 08, 2025
Very pleased excellent service
October 08, 2025
My previous ophthalmologist, Dr.(name removed), is in the process of retiring, so I chose one of his colleagues, Dr. Yang, to be my ophthalmologist. She was very professional and thorough. Since I had only seen her once, about three years ago, she read my chart very thoroughly and made a complete examination of my eyes. She explained everything, and she added a treatment that she said might improve my vision some. For that I am very grateful. She is an excellent doctor, and I will be privileged to return to her in six months.
October 07, 2025
Dr. Yang is excellent!
October 03, 2025
Well, I'd like to start off with what you've done well. You have Dr. Yang, and she's in two offices. And she is phenomenal. She does take her time, which kind of throws off the schedule. Now for what you could have done better. Why have an appointment set up? I was supposed to be seen first by her. The gentleman that was coming in right after me signed in before me, yet, and that was before my appointment was started, the gentleman before me who had a later appointment was seen first by the doctor. And so I got seen a lot later than my appointment. Why have an appointment, why have a schedule to begin with if your office staff is not willing to follow it? This was really, really unprofessional.
October 03, 2025
Thank you, Dr. Lisa Yang you made me feel very comfortable and you explain everything so well thank you so much. See you in a couple of months.
October 03, 2025
I don't give a 10 as a score just for incentive purposes. Hahaha...
October 02, 2025
Dr is always extremely courteous professional and explains everything very well. She is also a great listener and always asks if we have any questions.
October 01, 2025
I was made to feel comfortable throughout my whole visit
September 26, 2025
Dr. Yang was very thorough with the examination. She is knowledgeable and professional. She answered my questions and explained the procedure that I'll be having. Dr. Yang came highly recommended to me by a friend who had her cataract surgery done.
September 26, 2025
Dr. Wouldn't listen and try to understand what i was trying to ask her. She kept saying"I don't do that" for any type of procedure I asked about then said "no guarantee " when I was asking about anything regarding outcome of my vision. Said she wouldn't be comfortable doing my surgery and maybe I should look for a 2nd opinion. I waited over a month for appt and 1.5 hrs in the waiting room, and paid $55 to be treated like this?? Who do I get to do my surgery? I went home and cried.
September 26, 2025
Dr. Lisa Yang is the best Opthamologist I have ever been treated by. She takes her time and explains everything that she is doing and makes sure that I am comfortable with each test she performs. I appreciate her treatment style, as it helps keep the nervousness and anxiety to a minimum.
September 26, 2025
Dr Lisa Yang was very thorough and professional. It was my first time at this office and she made me feel very welcomed as well as the staff. I look forward to returning in 6 months.
September 25, 2025
Dr, Lisa Yang is a wonderful and nice physician. The office staffs are all very good and friendly.
September 23, 2025
Ive been there several times and while the staff is great, the wait time is always well over an hour.
September 18, 2025
Not much difference since I have been under Dr. Yang's care. I like that Dr. Yang makes sure that I understand the situation. She encourages you to ask questions and/or share any concerns I may have.
September 16, 2025
Excellent, courteous, and respectful. From everyone. Excellent doctor with a lot of experience.
September 16, 2025
Lisa Yang is a great doctor and spends as much time needed to check/explain everything. Wait time to see her was over an hour but the wait was worth it.
September 12, 2025
I hope you got my originak response. It disappeared. Dr. Yang is great!
September 09, 2025
The wait time was bad. What should have been a hour visit turned into two hours. The doctor is great and I would recommend her to everyone but the wait time is horrible.
September 09, 2025
She's very nice and r
September 02, 2025
Fantastic visit
September 02, 2025
Office waiting time extremely long
September 02, 2025
I am very happy with all the attention .
August 28, 2025
All staff are all friendly!
August 26, 2025
Professional/knowledgeable
August 22, 2025
Dr. Yang explained the laser procedure, so I could make a decision on proceeding with this procedure.
August 20, 2025
Dr. Yang was very professional and respectful.
August 19, 2025
Dr. Yang is very thorough, explaining each step of the exam and her findings clearly.
August 19, 2025
I've had Dr. Yang as my ophthalmologist for many, many years, and I've always come back to her. She is wonderful. She takes her time with her patients. She's very attentive, and she's in high demand, I can tell, because sometimes it's hard to get an appointment with her. Sometimes we have to wait a long time to see her, but it's worth it. She is wonderful.
August 19, 2025
Dr Yang is a great doctor. Always so professional, but always explains everything to you. She will ask me the patient do you have any questions? On time, good recommendations for eye care. Thank you for taking the time to help me to keep good eye health
August 13, 2025
Just that of all my PIH doctors, Dr. Yang is my favorite. She is so thorough and explains everything she's doing as she does it, then recaps everything she has done. Great doctor!
August 08, 2025
The wait time was over two hours. The nurse who helped us was very rude and unprofessional and advised us to see another doctor. Very unhappy with the business.
August 07, 2025
Wonderful doctor. Awesome
August 05, 2025
Dr Lisa Yang is a great doc, explains everything, listens to you, etc.. i love going to her. The staff are great too, they had me come in right away when i was having issues with my eyes, thanks very much ?Dr Lisa Yang and staff
August 01, 2025
Everything is very good, excellent service, great care, plenty of time, and above all, a lot of love from the representatives and Mrs. (name removed). I thank you and her for the service you provide. Thank you very much, and may God bless you and take care of you. Thank you, and to your families. Amen.
August 01, 2025
Always made to feel comfortable and confident that Dr Yang has my best interest.
July 31, 2025
Dr was constantly talking with me.
July 25, 2025
Very organized n clean.
July 18, 2025
Dr. Yang and her assistants are kind and knowledgeable. Their office is very efficiently run.
July 17, 2025
Waiting time is too long.
July 15, 2025
Staff are nice...specially Doctor Lisa she's very smart and very knowledgeable about what I'm talking about. She clearly explains what's going on and what we need to ensure that my eyes are in good health. And I'm very grateful for her ?
July 15, 2025
Please continue with respect, attention and professionalism, THANK YOU.
July 11, 2025
I have only had extremely positive experiences with this provider. Dr. Yang is wonderful!
July 08, 2025
Dr was very courteous and very complete giving me my information that I needed great job
June 27, 2025
My opinion of PIH in general is a 5. My opinion of Dr. yang is a 10. She engenders trust.
June 20, 2025
I had just a couple of questions concerning my vision. She seemed too busy for me to ask and comfortably for me to understand. Dr Yang seemed very nice but, very busy. Maybe next time I'll have a chance to ask and feel better about my situation.
June 20, 2025
The downstairs check in area didn't notify the upstairs eye center that I was there. Otherwise, they took care of me well.
June 17, 2025
Dr. Yang is always very pleasant and listens to what I have to say.
June 13, 2025
Yes, the one thing that is difficult for me is the distance. I live in Los Angeles and this doctor's office is like almost 30 miles from where I live. I'm a senior citizen and driving on the 5 freeway is not good for me. That's the one flaw that I have. going to this office.
June 13, 2025
Dr. Yang and her staff were very friendly, answered all questions and provided additional information. Also, they were on time and efficient.
June 12, 2025
Very profesional
June 12, 2025
Dr. Yang is a great doctor. It's just hard to get appointments for her.
June 10, 2025
All of the questions asked were answered.
June 10, 2025
While I trust and value this provider very much, I would hesitate to recommend to others due to long wait time for appointments.
June 06, 2025
Yes, Dr. Yang is incredible. I have more confidence in her. I've had two replacements, and she has been phenomenal. She's always available, always listens, and incredible. I cannot recommend her more highly. Thank you.
June 03, 2025
Dr. Yang i very friendly and caring. I'm grateful to have her as my eye doctor.
May 30, 2025
I was very satisfied with my meeting with LISA and would like to thank her again and again.??
May 30, 2025
Dr. Yang was wonderful and took her time to answer my questions. Dr. Yang explained as she was doing her examinations. (name removed) was also amazing and very helpful. (name removed) also explained as she was doing her tests for my eyes. They are amazing.
May 29, 2025
She is nice understanding is very good Listen our problem and try her best to resolve it thank you very much
May 28, 2025
My appmt was for a stye. I made the appmt the day before for 3:30pm if I had known I wouldn't see the doctor until 530 I would have passed and just dealt with my stye at home on my own.
May 27, 2025
I think the wait time is too long. In some cases we have older people in there and they get fussy just waiting or they get anxious. So I think that if the wait time was a little bit shorter it would be a lot better. Other than that it was great. Thank you.
May 27, 2025
Sorry to say but the decline in care with PIH is very noticeable. Waiting to see a neurologist for 8 months after a loved one was diagnosed with cognitive decline is stressful and unacceptable. Then you see the neurologist have a MRI then wait another five months for diagnosis. PIH be careful feels like Kaiser!! Fortunately Dr (name removed) and staff are still top notch. The PIH that used to be. Thank you so much Dr (name removed)
May 27, 2025
I enjoy seeing Dr. Lisa Yang, only thing it was a long wait and I got there 30 minutes prior to appointment and waiting room was quite packed . Too many germs, patients coughing without wearing a mask.
May 23, 2025
My experience was excellent, the staff was great. Dr. Lisa Yang is always excellent with her expertise and knowledge. I greatly recommend Dr. Yang to anyone that needs a Specialist.
May 20, 2025
Dr. Yang is absolutely the best!!
May 20, 2025
Was there two hours and thirty minutes.
May 16, 2025
Too long to be seen by the doctor
May 16, 2025
Dr. Yang is great. Great bed side manner!
May 15, 2025
The doctor is a splendid doctor and every time I go to her she explains everything calmly so that I understand perfectly. She is very patient, she is a very good doctor.
May 13, 2025
The staff was very professional and courteous I trust the doctor with my "eyes" Very detailed in her explanations, caring and makes patients to be at ease.
May 13, 2025
Office staff very helpful especially (name removed) at appointment desk who takes care of getting authorization for me to see Dr Yang (who has done 2 cataract surgeries on me} for stupid PIH "insurance" reasons I have to get ok'd to continue to see her. Who wouldn't want to continue with same Dr who you're comfortable with & who knows your eye health? Thought PIH was always concerned with their patient's wellbeing?
May 13, 2025
Excellent service, very professional.
May 13, 2025
If it were possible to have attention on Saturday, that would be great.
May 08, 2025
I truly understand how busy she is because Dr. Yang is so personal with patience, explaining everything as she goes along (even while typing information into the computer system). She always is vey gracious and smiling.
May 06, 2025
Overall very good
May 02, 2025
We waited two hours for our appointment to see the doctor. Thank you.
May 02, 2025
Dr. Yang is very thorough in her exams and explanations.
May 02, 2025
Yes, my doctor is definitely a wonderful doctor. I most definitely would have anybody in my family see her.
May 02, 2025
I recommended my husband to see Lisa Lang at this facility. Thank you.
May 02, 2025
Dr. Lisa Yang is a very thorough and professional ophthalmologist. She always takes time to fully explain my treatment program and my progress. Approximately 5 years ago PIH dropped my health insurance Caremore and rather than loose my care from Dr. Yang I changed my insurance coverage to Scan Health Insurance. Dr. Yang is exceptional and PIH is fortunate to have her on staff.
May 01, 2025
Waiting time 1 1/2 hours
April 25, 2025
Easiest 123 as simple as ABC!!
April 25, 2025
Dr Yang is an excellent physician. She is very knowledgable in her field. She performs her examinations in a careful, efficient, and comprehensive manner, checking every aspect of a patient's eye health. She is also very personable. I am happy to entrust my eye health to her.
April 24, 2025
Dr. Yang is a very knowledgeable and caring provider. Thank you.
April 24, 2025
I'm in love with Dr Yang.
April 23, 2025
The Doctor always takes the time to explain everything being done and answers all my questions
April 23, 2025
I had refer to my friend, Mrs. Inoue for cataract. She had to replace one eye. Soon another one.
April 23, 2025
I felt comfortable and at ease, I was treated with utmost care by doctor and staff. I highly recommend Dr Yang and PIH for treatments
April 23, 2025
Dr Yang and her office got me in the same day because I was having an issue with my eye. She explained everything to me so I understood. I left the office knowing everything was ok. She is an amazing Doctor!
April 22, 2025
Yes, Dr. Lisa Yang, she didn't ask me any questions. She didn't ask if I have any questions before I left and could have taken her time talking. She kind of rushed a little bit. And that's about it. But a very good doctor. Thank you.
April 18, 2025
I realize the doctor was very busy and this may be just me but I felt a little rushed when I was asking questions regarding my health. Overall doctor was great and very knowledgeable.
April 18, 2025
Easy Parking and everything is friendly.
April 18, 2025
The Dr was nice ,she was very helpful.She explained very well.I would want to see her again.Great Doctor.
April 17, 2025
Dr. Yang is very thorough. She explains everything to me and I really enjoy when I see her because she'll answer all my questions and she also takes her time with me. Thank you.
April 16, 2025
This was my first time being with Dr. Yang. She was very pleasant, very caring, took her time. I would definitely recommend her, yes.
April 16, 2025
I arrived early and was still accomodated and seen . Many test were proformed and the doctor thoroughly explained the results.
April 15, 2025
Dr. Yang is an excellent ophthalmologist!
April 15, 2025
Received excellent care and listened to everything I had to say. Wait time was almost 3 hours to be seen. Definitely not time efficient
April 11, 2025
Very professional
April 09, 2025
Dr. Yang is the best
April 08, 2025
Dr Yang loves what she does and it shows. She is the best
April 04, 2025
Dr. Lisa yang is the best eye I've seen in my years of life.
April 02, 2025
Excellent service and care.
April 02, 2025
Excellent svc
April 01, 2025
I was scheduled the same ay due to a couple of cancellations. From the moment I walked into the very busy office, until I left, EVERYONE was so friendly, professional and updated me as to my wait time, which was very short considering the waiting room had many scheduled patients. I noticed everyone was called very quickly. The staff all had smiles and were very accommodating to patient who did not speak English. That was a first and very nice to hear and see! I was told when I called for my appt they were squeezing me in and as I stated above, I was seen very quickly. I cannot speak highly enough of Dr Lisa Yang. She is EXTREMELY knowledgeable, passionate about the care she provides, very detail oriented. She takes the time to discuss what her findings were, shares in lay persons terms what this medical issue is. Her deep commitment to her patient's health is amazing and I am beyond grateful I was able to become a patient of hers.
March 27, 2025
Dr. Yang is a excellent doctor and her staff is very friendly and through.
March 25, 2025
Love Dr. YANG!!!! Staff is friendly, and accommodating!!
March 21, 2025
Knowledgeable and kind.
March 20, 2025
It's always a pleasure to come for my appointment with Dr. Yang. She's so full and she's so fantastic. It's just a pleasure. I love that doctor. It's just too bad it's so hard to get into her. That's why I gave a lower number there. I come in the beginning of the year so I can't make the appointment after my visit there and I have to call back later in the year to get that appointment. Consequently, I tend to forget it. When I finally called, I think it must have been the end of November, I just was lucky to be able to get in in March. I didn't really mean to give a bad answer there. That's all. It's always a pleasure and she's so wonderful. Thank you very much.
March 20, 2025
Lisa Yang was exceptionally warm and nice. She made me feel very comfortable, and at ease. She explained everything thoroughly, and answered every question. She didn't rush, or brush me off. I have a lot of confidence in her ability.
March 20, 2025
Dr Yang and nurse (name removed) are very professional and knowledgeable. I appreciate their attention. Sorry did not get the all the names of other caregivers, but all were very attentive.
March 18, 2025
It is always a joy to see Dr. Yang and learn from her.
March 18, 2025
Everyone in office showed me respect and were very nice and helpful good office at PIH eye office
March 11, 2025
There was a power failure during the examination. Dr. Yang walked down the stairs to her car, got battery powered emergency tools and used a battery powered laptop to retrieve/input data-- she finished the exam under emergency lighting!! Thank you Dr. Yang for not just throwing up your hands and rescheduling. THANK YOU.
March 06, 2025
Dr. Yang is a wonderful Dr. She is very thorough and explained everything in detail. There is a reason she is in demand.
March 04, 2025
To schedule an appointment takes 6 months, that is too long. Waiting to be seen takes too long. ( one hour in forty five minutes). The staff and Dr Yang were superb!!
February 27, 2025
Incredible wait time, entire visit took about two hours.
February 25, 2025
Dr. Lisa Yang is a very professional, takes her time and explains everything very thoroughly, especially when one is already 78 years old. She listens to the patient and explains everything in a way that we can understand. Excellent. Her staff is very polite and no one there has ever treated me with dog respect. Very professional. I admire that.
February 25, 2025
She is very thourough and always asks if I have questions or concerns. She's great!
February 25, 2025
Well, in the old days I could go from the eye care doctor to the get my glasses. And now I have to make two appointments and make two trips to get the glasses. And I would like to, I wish I could just go from the doctor's office to get glasses like I used to do. Thank you.
February 20, 2025
Very satisfied
February 20, 2025
It takes a while to see Dr Yang but she is a caring person who listens to your concerns and provides the best treatment for you.
February 18, 2025
Dr. Yang is an outstanding practitioner who meticulously deals with my ocular service needs. I would unhesitatingly recommend her to all of my family and friends.
February 18, 2025
Dr. Yang and her staff are awesome! They are always helpful and polite, not to just me, but to all the patients
February 18, 2025
Dr. Lisa Yang is the best. She takes her time with her patients. She doesn't make you feel rushed. She's very knowledgeable and her bedside manner is like no other. We really appreciate her and we would never go to a different ophthalmologist for our eye care.
February 18, 2025
Doctor Yang knows her job quite well
February 07, 2025
The doctor is very good, I am very happy with her service with everything I need for my eyes, the only thing is that the wait time for them to call you is a long time, people are very happy that is why I was not at my last appointment, it takes a long time for them to call, but the rest is very good, thank you very much for everything.
February 04, 2025
Everything was very good, except for the long wait to be seen by the doctor.
February 04, 2025
Dr Lisa Yang is an excellent ophthalmologist with great bedside manner, very knowledgeable, thorough in her diagnosis and explanation pertaining to my care.
January 31, 2025
I really like Dr. Yang and this time I was seen promptly. She was at the Santa Fe Springs office. When I go to the La Mirada office, sometimes I have to wait quite a bit. That's my only concern.
January 29, 2025
Dr Yang by far is the best doctor your organization has. You are fortunate to have her on your staff.
January 28, 2025
Dr Yang has always treated me with respect and knowledge in her profession. She has my confidence.
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