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Dr. Rajesh Khanna, MD

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist • Fellowship-Trained Corneal & Refractive Surgeon • Author • Pioneer in Vision Correction

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Medical Education
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute (JIPMER)
Master of Surgery: University of Bombay
Class Standing: Graduated Top of Class
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Residency Training
Ophthalmology Residency: SUNY Downstate, Brooklyn, NY
Additional Residency: Mumbai, India
Internship: Graduate Hospital, Pennsylvania
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Fellowship Training
Corneal & Refractive Surgery: University of Cincinnati, Ohio
Neuro-ophthalmology: Kingsbrook Jewish Hospital
Focus: Advanced Vision Correction Techniques
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Board Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Fellow: World College of Refractive Surgery
Master of Surgery: University of Bombay
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Academic Appointments
UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute
Voluntary Clinical Faculty Member
Teaching next generation of eye surgeons
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Professional Memberships
• American Medical Association
• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery

📅 Professional Journey

Early Career
Graduated top of medical school class, completed first ophthalmology residency in Mumbai
U.S. Training
Completed residency at SUNY Downstate, Brooklyn & internship at Graduate Hospital, Pennsylvania
Fellowship
Prestigious fellowship in Corneal & Refractive Surgery at University of Cincinnati
KVI Founded
Established Khanna Vision Institute in Beverly Hills & Westlake Village
Present
Leading pioneer in SMILE, LASIK, PIE procedures with 50,000+ surgeries performed

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Super Doctor 2023
Recognized as one of the top ophthalmologists in Southern California
Best LASIK Surgeon
Voted by readers of Los Angeles Daily News
WHO Recognition
Prestigious awards from World Health Organization for contributions to eye care
Top 15 Leader
Featured in Newsweek's list of top 15 leaders in laser eye surgery
Man of the Year
Recognized for excellence in ophthalmology and community service
Celebrity Choice
Trusted by Hollywood celebrities including Brenda Song & Corbin Bleu

📊 By The Numbers

50,000+
Procedures Performed
25+
Years Experience
10,000+
LASIK Surgeries
2
Books Published
40,000+
Book Readers
100+
Celebrity Patients

✅ Laser & Technology Certifications

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Visumax for SMILE
Latest generation small incision lenticule extraction
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Visx & Allegretto for LASIK
Advanced wavefront-guided laser systems
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Lensar, Catalys, Lensx
Laser cataract surgery platforms
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iDesign Wavefront
Most advanced LASIK technology in USA
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IntraLase Femtosecond
All-laser bladeless LASIK technology
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Avedro Cross-Linking
FDA-approved keratoconus treatment

📚 Publications & Innovations

📖 "SMILE Laser Vision Correction"
Comprehensive guide to the latest SMILE technology, explaining the procedure, benefits, and patient selection criteria. Available on Amazon and read by thousands of patients worldwide.
📖 "Rejuvenating Aging Eyes: The Miracle of PIE"
Authoritative bestseller on Presbyopic Implants in Eye (PIE), specifically designed for the boomer generation. The only book written on PIE procedure, with over 40,000 readers benefiting from this educational resource.
🔧 Khanna Flap Roller
Invented specialized surgical instrument for LASIK procedures, manufactured by prestigious French ophthalmic company Moria. This innovation has improved surgical outcomes worldwide.
📝 Peer-Reviewed Publications
Multiple publications in Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, widely quoted by fellow surgeons. Presentations at national and international conferences have been well-received by the medical community.
📰 The Acorn Newspapers Column
Regular syndicated columnist educating the community about vision health and the latest advances in eye care technology.
🎙️ Aye Eye Doc Podcast
Host of educational podcast sharing expertise on vision correction, eye health, and the latest innovations in ophthalmology.

⭐ Special Achievements

  • 👨‍⚕️ Pioneer Status: Considered a pioneer in reversing presbyopia with innovative PIE procedures
  • 👨‍👩‍👦 Family Trust: Performed vision correction surgery on his own mother, wife, and son
  • 🌟 Celebrity Surgeon: Trusted by Hollywood stars, professional athletes, and fellow physicians
  • 🎯 Ultra-Small Incision: Specializes in cataract surgery with less than 1mm incision
  • 📺 Media Expert: Featured on television, radio, and in major publications
  • 💡 Medical Advisor: Advises startup company manufacturing new diagnostic equipment
  • 🌍 International Recognition: Presentations at global conferences, training surgeons worldwide
  • ❤️ Charitable Work: Performed first charitable corneal transplant, continuing mission to help underserved

Experience Excellence in Vision Care

Trust your vision to a surgeon with unmatched credentials, experience, and results

📞 Westlake Village: (805) 230-2126 📞 Beverly Hills: (310) 482-1240

Locations:
Beverly Hills: 9100 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 265E, CA 90212
Westlake Village: 31824 Village Center Rd, Suite F, CA 91361