About
Dr. Lisa L. Wong is a board-certified internist and endocrinologist based in Honolulu, Hawaii. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Columbia University in 1992 and her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine in 1996. She then completed her internship, residency in Internal Medicine, and fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolism at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, DC.
Dr. Wong took over her father's Honolulu practice in 2002 at Queen's Medical Center. She holds the American Board of Medical Specialties certification in Endocrinology and Metabolism. The University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine appointed her as Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine and Endocrine Clinical Skills Preceptor, both roles she holds to this day. Castle Connolly has recognized her as a Top Doctor every year from 2014 through 2024 and as an Exceptional Woman in Medicine from 2019 through 2024. Honolulu Magazine and Pacific Business News have also named her among the Best Doctors in Honolulu each year from 2010 through 2023. She belongs to the American College of Physicians as a Fellow, the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, and The Endocrine Society. Her clinical passions center on Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus, including continuous glucose monitoring and insulin pump therapy, as well as thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, and pituitary disease. She believes that the relationship between patient and physician, built on open communication and encouragement, sits at the heart of good medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Columbia University, Bachelor of Arts, Biology, 1992
Medical School
University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1996
Residency
Internal Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington DC, 1997-1999
Fellowship
Endocrinology and Metabolism, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington DC, 1999-2001
Additional Training
Internship, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington DC, 1996-1997
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wong right for?
Dr. Wong is a strong fit for adults managing complex endocrine conditions such as Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, or pituitary disease. Patients who rely on continuous glucose monitoring or insulin pump therapy benefit directly from her specialized expertise. She also serves as a primary care physician, making her an excellent choice for anyone who wants both internal medicine and endocrinology under one roof. Patients who value close communication and a physician who treats them as a whole person tend to thrive in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wong specializes in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, and pituitary disease. She also manages high cholesterol and hypertension as part of her internal medicine practice. Her endocrinology training allows her to provide advanced diabetes care, including continuous glucose monitoring and insulin pump therapy management.
Yes. Dr. Wong holds board certification in Endocrinology and Metabolism through the American Board of Medical Specialties. She completed her fellowship training in Endocrinology and Metabolism at Georgetown University Medical Center.
Dr. Wong earned her medical degree from the University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine. She completed her internship, Internal Medicine residency, and Endocrinology and Metabolism fellowship at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, DC.
Dr. Wong serves as both. Her MDVIP practice combines internal medicine and endocrinology, so members receive primary care and specialized endocrine management from the same physician. She took over her father's practice in 2002 and later joined MDVIP to offer this integrated approach.
Yes. Castle Connolly has named Dr. Wong a Top Doctor every year from 2014 through 2024 and an Exceptional Woman in Medicine from 2019 through 2024. Honolulu Magazine and Pacific Business News have listed her among the Best Doctors in Honolulu each year from 2010 through 2023.
Yes. Insulin pump therapy management and continuous glucose monitoring are among Dr. Wong's primary clinical interests. She applies this expertise specifically to patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes mellitus.
Dr. Wong holds fellowship in the American College of Physicians and maintains membership in the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and The Endocrine Society. These affiliations reflect her dual focus on internal medicine and endocrinology.
Yes. Dr. Wong serves as Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine and Endocrine Clinical Skills Preceptor at the University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine. She has held both roles since the early 2000s.
Doctor profile last updated April 2, 2026