Meet the physicians whose expertise defines The Vision Institute. You receive expert care from internationally recognized ophthalmologists who draw on their academic training, advanced surgical skill, and personalized attention to protect your most valuable asset: your vision.
A Collective of Experts
Across the Full Spectrum of Vision Care
Hannah Muniz Castro, MD
Fellowship-trained cornea, cataract, and refractive surgeon at The Vision Institute, Dr. Muniz Castro brings Bascom Palmer training and compassionate care to Coachella Valley.
Nicole Fram, MD
Fellowship-trained cataract and corneal surgeon with 20+ years' experience, Dr. Fram is internationally recognized for corneal transplantation and past AAO leadership roles.
Kirk Hou, MD, PhD
Fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon and former UCLA Stein Eye Institute professor, Dr. Hou combines MD/PhD expertise to treat complex retinal diseases with precision.
James Khodabakhsh, MD, FWCRS
A pioneering refractive and cataract surgeon with 25+ years' experience, Dr. Khodabakhsh serves as Clinical Chief of Ophthalmology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Pradeep Prasad, MD, MBA
Fellowship-trained vitreoretinal surgeon and former UCLA professor, Dr. Prasad brings 20+ years treating complex retinal diseases through research and surgical innovation.
Steven Schwartz, MD
Internationally renowned vitreoretinal surgeon with 30+ years' experience, Dr. Schwartz pioneered anti-VEGF and stem cell therapies, publishing over 250 scientific studies.
Billy Pan, MD
Harvard-fellowship-trained glaucoma specialist and refractive cataract surgeon at The Vision Institute, Dr. Pan combines USC training with expertise in MIGS and premium IOLs.