The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors Near Me in Louisiana, US

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The 20 Best Nearsightedness Doctors in Louisiana, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 99 doctor with experience in Nearsightedness near Louisiana, US. Of these, 72 are Experienced and 27 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Southern Eye Institute

    446 Corporate Dr, 
    Houma, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nano Zeringue is an Ophthalmologist in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Zeringue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, and Temporal Arteritis.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Elite Eyewear Inc

    4848 North Blvd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Peavy is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Peavy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Nearsightedness, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Astigmatism.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Elite Eyewear Inc

    4848 North Blvd, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Shalimar Small is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Small is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Nearsightedness, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Neuroretinitis.

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    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Joseph Guarnieri

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste N213, 
    Marrero, LA 
    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 Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Astigmatism, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    4324 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 102, 
    Metairie, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leni Sumich is an Ophthalmologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Sumich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Chalazion, and Kallikrein Hypertension.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    The Optical Shoppe

    1615 SW Railroad Ave, 
    Hammond, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Dodson is an Ophthalmologist in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Dodson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Eyelid Bump, and Chalazion.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Medical Center Apmc

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Suzanne Smith is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Glaucoma, Cataract, and Presbyopia.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Medical Center Apmc

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Philip Ehrlich is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Ehrlich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Dry Eye Syndrome.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Clinic A Professional Medical Corp.

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

    Jon Yokubaitis is an Ophthalmologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Yokubaitis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Presbyopia, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Medical Center Apmc

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Fargason is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Fargason is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Medical Center Apmc

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Annette Rhodes is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Rhodes is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, Meibomianitis, Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    3715 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    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 Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Chalazion, Cataract, and Eyelid Bump.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Medical Center Apmc

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Heigle is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Heigle is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Fuchs Dystrophy, Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Keratoconus.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    4324 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 102, 
    Metairie, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Donald Cerise is an Ophthalmologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Cerise is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Desai Eye Care

    155 Hospital Dr Ste 300, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Keating is an Ophthalmologist in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Keating is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

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

    Devin Tran is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Tran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Neurotrophic Keratitis, Cataract, and Nearsightedness.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Office

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 1002, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hilliard Haik is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Haik is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Cataract.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Medical Center Apmc

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Candace Collins is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Collins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. Her top areas of expertise are Strabismus, Esotropia, Nearsightedness, and Amblyopia.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Medical Center Apmc

    7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, 
    Baton Rouge, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allen Pearce is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Pearce is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump.

    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Nearsightedness
    Ophthalmology

    The Vision Store Of Laplace Inc.

    370 Belle Terre Blvd, 
    La Place, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Kurica is an Ophthalmologist in La Place, Louisiana. Dr. Kurica is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Nearsightedness. His top areas of expertise are Kallikrein Hypertension, Chalazion, Nearsightedness, and Eyelid Bump.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Nearsightedness?

    Nearsightedness is when light entering the eye is focused incorrectly. This makes distant objects appear blurred. Nearsightedness is a type of refractive error of the eye.

    If you are nearsighted, you have trouble seeing things that are far away.

    When should I see an Nearsightedness 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 an Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 an Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness 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 Nearsightedness doctors in Louisiana, US?

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

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