Karen S. Morgan

Karen S. Morgan, MD, is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Southern California (USC) Roski Eye Institute. She serves as the Medical Director of the USC Eye Pasadena Clinic and practices general ophthalmology with expertise in cataracts, refractive errors, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and retinal diseases.

• Alumni: Undergraduate degree (Phi Beta Kappa, Summa Cum Laude) and medical degree (Alpha Omega Alpha) from USC.
• Training: Internship at Los Angeles County + USC Medical Center; residency at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, University of Miami.

Research Focus: Dry eye syndrome treatments, macular degeneration, and glaucoma progression/detection. Her work aligns with advancements in retinal diseases and anterior segment surgery.

Awards:

• Pasadena Magazine Top Doctors
• LA Magazine Best Doctors
• Best Doctors in America (Pacific Region)
• American Academy of Ophthalmology Honor Award

Dr. Morgan emphasizes patient-centered care, leveraging USC’s technological resources to deliver high-quality ophthalmic services in Pasadena. She has over 30 years of clinical experience and maintains a 5.0/5.0 patient rating based on 241 reviews.