The 20 Best Meibomianitis Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

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The 20 Best Meibomianitis Doctors near New Orleans, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Meibomianitis near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 30 are Experienced, 18 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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49 providers found
    Distinguished in Meibomianitis
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Meibomianitis
    General Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Priya Sahu received his undergraduate degree from Dartmouth College and his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center. He completed a Transitional Internship at Methodist Hospital in Memphis, TN and Ophthalmology Residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. Dr. Sahu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Eyelid Bump, Meibomianitis, Ptosis, and Eyelid Drooping.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Experienced in Meibomianitis

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Nussdorf is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Nussdorf is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome. Dr. Nussdorf is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Experienced in Meibomianitis

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Loftfield was born in Boston, Massachusetts, and attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, participating in the Sophomore Year Abroad Program at Centro Andino, University of New Mexico in Quito, Ecuador. She obtained her bachelors degree in chemistry from Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts, and earned her medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque. Continuing her studies, Dr. Loftfield completed a fellowship in ocular pathology and an internship in medicine-ophthalmology at the University of Utah Hospital in Salt Lake City. She completed her ophthalmology residency at Ochsner, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year, and then completed a glaucoma fellowship at Ochsner and the LSU Eye Center. After completing a retina fellowship at the Sydney Eye Hospital in Sydney, Australia, she worked for Project Orbis as a staff ophthalmologist based on an airplane in Africa and Central America. Dr. Loftfield speaks fluent English and Spanish. She is board certified in ophthalmology and has been on staff at Ochsner since 1990. She is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and her professional interest is in glaucoma related cases. Dr. Loftfield practices at Ochsner's main campus in New Orleans.'. Dr. Loftfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Neuroretinitis.

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    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    University Medical Center Ear Nose Throat Clinic

    2000 Canal St Fl 3, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lena Al is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Al is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Blepharitis, and Meibomianitis.

    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    The Administrators Of The Tulane Educational Fund

    131 S Robertson St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leela Raju is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Raju is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Kallikrein Hypertension, Meibomianitis, Cataract, Trabeculectomy, and Cataract Removal.

    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    3715 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Leader is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Leader is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Chalazion, Cataract, and Eyelid Bump.

    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Advanced in Meibomianitis

    Leader Balkan & Hendricks Apmc

    3434 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clifford Hendricks is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hendricks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    Leader Balkan & Hendricks Apmc

    3434 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Bolton is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bolton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Cataract, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis.

    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    Lance Turkish M.D. APC

    3434 Prytania St Ste 305, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Bernal is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bernal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Neuroretinitis, Neurotrophic Keratitis, and Blepharitis.

    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    Lance Turkish M.D. APC

    3434 Prytania St Ste 305, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lance Turkish is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Turkish is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Cloudy Cornea, Meibomianitis, and Eyelid Bump.

    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    Joseph Guarnieri

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste N213, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Guarnieri is an Ophthalmologist in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Guarnieri is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Astigmatism, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    201 Saint Charles Ave Ste 4310, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Seema Walia is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Walia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Uveitis, and Neuroretinitis.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maria Valenzuela is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Valenzuela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Entropion, Ptosis, Eyelid Drooping, and Graves Disease.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    Lsuhsc Medicine

    2020 Gravier St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Smith is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Chalazion.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Barron is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Barron is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Neuroretinitis, Cataract, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    New Orleans VA Medical Center

    2400 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Eric Schmidt is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Schmidt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Experienced in Meibomianitis

    St Charles Specialty Hospital

    3700 Saint Charles Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Connolly is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Connolly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Meibomianitis, and Papilledema.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    St Charles Specialty Hospital

    3700 Saint Charles Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Taylor Phelps is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Phelps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    Ophthalmology

    St Charles Specialty Hospital

    3700 Saint Charles Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jayne Weiss is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Weiss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. Her top areas of expertise are Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, Fuchs Dystrophy, Cataract, Corneal Transplant, and Cataract Removal.

    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Meibomianitis
    General Surgery

    Worley & Hariri Oculoplastic Surgery LLC

    3715 Prytania St Ste 504, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adham Al Hariri is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Al Hariri is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Meibomianitis. His top areas of expertise are Blocked Tear Duct, Eyelid Drooping, Ptosis, and Entropion.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Meibomianitis?

    Meibomianitis is inflammation of the meibomian glands, a group of oil-releasing (sebaceous) glands in the eyelids. These glands have tiny openings to release oils onto the surface of the cornea.

    When should I see a Meibomianitis doctor near New Orleans, 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 a Meibomianitis doctor near New Orleans, 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 does MediFind rank Meibomianitis doctors near New Orleans, 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 Meibomianitis doctors near New Orleans, 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 a Meibomianitis doctor near New Orleans, 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 Meibomianitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Meibomianitis 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 Meibomianitis doctor near New Orleans, 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 Meibomianitis 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 Meibomianitis 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 Meibomianitis doctors near New Orleans, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Meibomianitis 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 Meibomianitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Meibomianitis 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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