About
Dr. Gary Kawesch graduated Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Yale University with a degree in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry. He earned his MD from UCLA School of Medicine with Alpha Omega Alpha honors, then completed an internal medicine internship at USC's Huntington Memorial Hospital and an ophthalmology residency at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute.
For over 18 years, Dr. Kawesch ranked among the leading ophthalmic surgeons in the United States. He helped develop techniques and instruments in the early-to-mid 1990s that became part of the LASIK procedure, and he served on the medical staff of seven professional sports teams in California, including the Oakland Raiders for 22 years. After a hand injury ended his surgical career, he retrained with the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and dedicated his next chapter to bio-identical hormone replacement. He is passionate about testosterone health and its relationship to nutrition, fasting, and overall male wellness.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Yale University, BA in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry
Medical School
UCLA School of Medicine, MD
Residency
UCLA Jules Stein Eye Institute, Ophthalmology Residency; USC Huntington Memorial Hospital, Internal Medicine Internship
Additional Training
Retraining through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kawesch right for?
Dr. Kawesch is a strong fit for adult men seeking a physician with deep scientific training and real-world clinical experience. Patients interested in testosterone optimization, nutrition, and fasting as part of a broader wellness strategy will connect with his approach. Men who want a physician who has worked at the highest levels of performance medicine, including with professional athletes, will find his background compelling. His focus on bio-identical hormone replacement suits patients looking for individualized, science-driven protocols.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kawesch trained at two of the most competitive institutions in the country. He earned his undergraduate degree Summa Cum Laude from Yale University and his MD from UCLA School of Medicine with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. He completed residency training in ophthalmology at UCLA's Jules Stein Eye Institute.
After a hand injury ended his surgical career, Dr. Kawesch retrained through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. He redirected his clinical focus entirely toward bio-identical hormone replacement therapy. He now applies that expertise to testosterone health and male wellness programs.
Yes. Dr. Kawesch served on the medical staff of seven professional sports teams in California. He worked with the Oakland Raiders for 22 years. That experience gave him a deep understanding of performance, recovery, and hormonal health in high-demand athletes.
Dr. Kawesch focuses on testosterone deficiency, hormonal imbalances, and the interconnected roles of nutrition and fasting in male wellness. He is passionate about optimizing testosterone health as a foundation for overall vitality and metabolic function.
Yes. Dr. Kawesch helped develop techniques and instruments in the early-to-mid 1990s that became part of the LASIK procedure. He ranked among the leading ophthalmic surgeons in the United States for over 18 years before transitioning to hormone medicine.
After his surgical career ended, Dr. Kawesch pursued formal retraining through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. His scientific background in molecular biophysics and biochemistry gave him a strong foundation for understanding hormonal systems. He now channels that expertise into personalized bio-identical hormone therapy.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026