The 20 Best Diabetic Retinopathy Doctors Near Me in Louisiana, US

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The 20 Best Diabetic Retinopathy Doctors in Louisiana, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 341 doctor with experience in Diabetic Retinopathy near Louisiana, US. Of these, 259 are Experienced, 61 are Advanced and 21 are Distinguished.

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341 providers found
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner UHC Eye Clinic

    401 Saint Julien Ave, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Blem is an Ophthalmologist in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Blem is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Retinal Detachment. Dr. Blem is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Anthony Mazzulla is an ophthalmologist specializing in retina and vitreous surgery. He was born in Oak Park, Illinois and his interest in eye disease began at an early age. Dr. Mazzulla comes from a family of eye care professionals, and his father and older sister are both optometrists. He obtained his bachelor's degree with honors and his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago as part of the combined medical program, Guaranteed Professional Program Admissions (GPPA). He completed his transitional year internship at West Suburban Hospital in Oak Park, IL. He went on to complete a three-year residency in ophthalmology at the University of Chicago. Dr. Mazzulla is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Vitrectomy.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Joseph Benevento is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in the medical and surgical management of diseases affecting the retina and vitreous. He comes to Ochsner Health with years of experience in clinical practice and training residents and fellows at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and the Yale Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. His clinical interests include age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments, retinal vascular disease, ocular trauma, and other disorders of the retina. Dr. Benevento is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Vitrectomy.

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    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    108 Regency Pl, 
    West Monroe, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ruben Grigorian is an Ophthalmologist in West Monroe, Louisiana. Dr. Grigorian is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Retinal Detachment.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arthur Kavanaugh is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Kavanaugh is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Uveitis, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport

    1606 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wilson Baber is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Baber is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Charles E Lyon MD Apmc

    836 Olive St, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Lyon is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Lyon is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Vein Occlusion.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Louisiana Eye And Laser Center

    231 Windermere Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Norton is an Ophthalmologist in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Norton is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Kallikrein Hypertension, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Dry Eye Syndrome. Dr. Norton is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove

    10310 The Grove Blvd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Creed received his undergraduate degree from LSU in Baton Rouge and earned his medical degree from LSU in New Orleans, where he was President of the American Medical Association Student Chapter, Aesculapian Honor Society. He completed an externship at the American Hospital of Paris in Neuilly, France. After his internship and ophthalmology residency at Ochsner, he completed a retina and vitreous fellowship at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Creed is board certified in ophthalmology and has been on staff at Ochsner since 2001. Dr. Creed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Clinic A Professional Medical Corp.

    1767 Imperial Blvd, 
    Lake Charles, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Perkins is an Ophthalmologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Perkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 3000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Fivgas is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Fivgas is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Acadiana Retina Consultants LLC

    1101 S College Rd Ste 304, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frank Culotta is an Ophthalmologist in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Culotta is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    St Charles Specialty Hospital

    3700 Saint Charles Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Reinoso is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Reinoso is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Kallikrein Hypertension, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Quentin D. Falgoust MD A Medical Corporation

    1101 Audubon Ave Ste N5, 
    Thibodaux, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Satish Arora is an Ophthalmologist in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Dr. Arora is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    3221 N Causeway Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Arley Jaramillo is an Ophthalmologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Jaramillo is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Kallikrein Hypertension, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Green Clinic Surgical Hospital Crna Group

    1200 S Farmerville St, 
    Ruston, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gary Luffey is an Ophthalmologist in Ruston, Louisiana. Dr. Luffey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Cataract, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON).

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    1939 Hickory Ave Ste 101, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Neil Notaroberto is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Notaroberto is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Kallikrein Hypertension, Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Peoples Choice Optical LLC

    2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 125, 
    Metairie, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aravinda Rao is an Ophthalmologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Rao is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Endophthalmitis, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    3530 Houma Blvd Ste 203, 
    Metairie, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Frisbee is an Ophthalmologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Frisbee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Diabetic Retinopathy
    Ophthalmology

    Retina & Vitreous Of Louisiana Inc.

    10202 Jefferson Hwy Ste D, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Couvillion is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Couvillion is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. His top areas of expertise are Retinal Artery Occlusion, Retinal Vein Occlusion, Retinal Detachment, and Hyphema.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Diabetic Retinopathy?

    Diabetes can harm the eyes. It can damage the small blood vessels in the retina, the back part of your eye. This condition is called diabetic retinopathy.

    Diabetes also increases the chance of having glaucoma, cataracts, and other eye problems.

    When should I see a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor in Louisiana, US?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor in Louisiana, US?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Diabetic Retinopathy doctors in Louisiana, US?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Diabetic Retinopathy doctors in Louisiana, US?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor in Louisiana, US?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Diabetic Retinopathy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Diabetic Retinopathy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor in Louisiana, US?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Diabetic Retinopathy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Diabetic Retinopathy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Diabetic Retinopathy doctors in Louisiana, US?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Diabetic Retinopathy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Diabetic Retinopathy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Diabetic Retinopathy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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