The 20 Best Eyelid Drooping Doctors Near Me in Baton Rouge, LA

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Last Updated: 09/19/2026

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MediFind found 68 doctor with experience in Eyelid Drooping near Baton Rouge, LA. Of these, 57 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Ashley A. Wheat
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Ashley A. Wheat
    Ophthalmology
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    WK Eye Institute Pierremont

    7607 Youree Dr, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-389-8457
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Ashley Wheat is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Wheat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Entropion, Eyelid Bump, and Chalazion. Dr. Wheat is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
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    Willis Knighton Zaffater Eye Center

    2449 Hospital Dr Ste 460, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    318-381-8503
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Norman Zaffater is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Zaffater is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Conjunctivitis, Cataract, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Zaffater is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
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    WK Eye Institute Pierremont

    7607 Youree Dr, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-545-4581
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    James Swearingen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Swearingen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chalazion, Dry Eye Syndrome, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage. Dr. Swearingen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Bryan J. Vekovius
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Bryan J. Vekovius
    Ophthalmology
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    Bryan Vekovius M.D. LLC

    450 Ashley Ridge Blvd, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-221-2651
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Bryan Vekovius is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Vekovius is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 39 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Atrophy Type 1. Dr. Vekovius is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Keith E. Kellum
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Keith E. Kellum
    Ophthalmology
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    Southern Eye Institute

    446 Corporate Dr, 
    Houma, LA 
    985-872-5577
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Keith Kellum is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Kellum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Optic Atrophy Type 1. Dr. Kellum is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Nano K. Zeringue
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Nano K. Zeringue
    Ophthalmology
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    Southern Eye Institute

    446 Corporate Dr, 
    Houma, LA 
    985-872-5577
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Nano Zeringue is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Zeringue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, and Temporal Arteritis. Dr. Zeringue is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
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    Eye Care & Cosmetic Center LLC

    2421 Church St, 
    Zachary, LA 
    225-654-1061
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Baron Williamson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Zachary, Louisiana. Dr. Williamson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Entropion. Dr. Williamson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. William A. Byrd
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. William A. Byrd
    Ophthalmology
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    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-675-5010
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    William Byrd is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Byrd is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anophthalmia Plus Syndrome, Ptosis, Entropion, and Blepharitis. Dr. Byrd is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Jeffrey J. Joseph
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Jeffrey J. Joseph
    Otolaryngology | Plastic Surgery
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    Acadian Ear Nose Throat And Facial Plastic Surgery Center

    1000 W Pinhook Rd Ste 201A, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    337-446-0779
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Jeffrey Joseph is an Otolaryngologist and a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, Perichondritis, and Low Nasal Bridge. Dr. Joseph is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
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    Louisiana Eye And Laser Center

    231 Windermere Blvd, 
    Alexandria, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Michael Redmond is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Alexandria, Louisiana. Dr. Redmond is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Redmond is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Clay Y. Bundrick
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Clay Y. Bundrick
    Ophthalmology
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    Shreveport Eye Clinic A Medical Corp.

    471 Ashley Ridge Blvd, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-795-4770
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Clay Bundrick is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Bundrick is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping. Dr. Bundrick is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
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    Brinkman Surgical Clinic

    801 S Pine St, 
    Deridder, LA 
    337-462-3937
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Patrick Crawford is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Deridder, Louisiana. Dr. Crawford is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Blocked Tear Duct, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Crawford is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
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    Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.

    7373 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    225-769-4044
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Nicholas Frisard is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Frisard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Eyelid Bump, and Chalazion. Dr. Frisard is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping
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    John Casanova Advanced Hearing And Vision

    515 E 6th St, 
    Crowley, LA 
    337-783-3073
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Thomas Casanova-Iii is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Crowley, Louisiana. Dr. Casanova-Iii is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Entropion, Eyelid Drooping, and Ptosis.

    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Michael W. Worley
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Michael W. Worley
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Worley & Hariri Oculoplastic Surgery LLC

    3715 Prytania St Ste 504, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    504-895-3223
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Michael Worley is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Worley is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Worley is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping
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    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    504-988-5831
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish
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    Maria Valenzuela is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Valenzuela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Entropion, Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Graves Disease. Dr. Valenzuela is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Mary C. Clemons
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Mary C. Clemons
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Shreveport Eye Clinic A Medical Corp.

    471 Ashley Ridge Blvd, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    318-861-4009
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Mary Clemons is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Clemons is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. She is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Dacryoadenitis, Eyelid Bump, and Cataract. Dr. Clemons is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Barry J. Leader
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Barry J. Leader
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3715 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    504-897-4567
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Barry Leader is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Leader is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Chalazion, Cataract, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Leader is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Eric D. Griener
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Eric D. Griener
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Northshore Eye Associates

    1011 N Causeway Blvd, 
    Mandeville, LA 
    985-375-1111
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Eric Griener is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Mandeville, Louisiana. Dr. Griener is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Amblyopia, Cataract, and Chalazion. Dr. Griener is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Kevin R. Kirchner
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Eyelid Drooping

    Dr. Kevin R. Kirchner
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Vista Surgical Hospital

    9032 Perkins Rd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    225-768-5842
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kevin Kirchner is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Kirchner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Eyelid Drooping. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Increased Intracranial Pressure, Glaucoma, Optic Neuritis, and Eyelid Drooping. Dr. Kirchner is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/19/2026

    What is the definition of Eyelid Drooping?

    Eyelid drooping is excess sagging of the upper eyelid. The edge of the upper eyelid may be lower than it should be (ptosis) or there may be excess baggy skin in the upper eyelid (dermatochalasis). Eyelid drooping is often a combination of both conditions.

    The problem is also called ptosis.

    When should I see an Eyelid Drooping doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 do I find the best Eyelid Drooping doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

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    How does MediFind rank Eyelid Drooping doctors near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Eyelid Drooping doctors near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Eyelid Drooping doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor near Baton Rouge, LA?

    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 Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping 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 Eyelid Drooping doctors near Baton Rouge, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Eyelid Drooping 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 an Eyelid Drooping doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Eyelid Drooping 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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