The 20 Best Optic Nerve Atrophy Doctors Near Me in Louisiana, US

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The 20 Best Optic Nerve Atrophy Doctors in Louisiana, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 153 doctor with experience in Optic Nerve Atrophy near Louisiana, US. Of these, 125 are Experienced, 21 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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153 providers found
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Bryan Vekovius M.D. LLC

    450 Ashley Ridge Blvd, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bryan Vekovius is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Vekovius is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Entropion, Benign Essential Blepharospasm, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.

    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Presbyopia, and Cataract.

    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Lsuhsc Shreveport

    1501 Kings Hwy, 
    Shreveport, LA 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Brinkley is an Ophthalmologist in Shreveport, Louisiana. Dr. Brinkley has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Papilledema, and Increased Intracranial Pressure.

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    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Southern Eye Institute LLC

    446 Corporate Dr, 
    Houma, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Keith Kellum is an Ophthalmologist in Houma, Louisiana. Dr. Kellum is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Optic Nerve Atrophy.

    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    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 a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Optic Atrophy Type 1.

    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Clinic A Professional Medical Corp.

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

    Margaret Carter is an Ophthalmologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Carter is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Presbyopia, Glaucoma, and Chalazion.

    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Distinguished in Optic Nerve Atrophy

    Leader Balkan & Hendricks Apmc

    3434 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

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

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    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 Optic Nerve Atrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, and Temporal Arteritis.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    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 Optic Nerve Atrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Neuroretinitis.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    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 Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), Cataract, and Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome. Dr. Nussdorf is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology | Neurology
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology | Neurology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

    Rachel Calix is an Ophthalmologist and a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Calix is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Optic Neuritis, Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome, Marcus Gunn Phenomenon, and Papilledema. Dr. Calix is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Retinal Artery Occlusion.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove

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

    Arlen Richard is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Richard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Sjogren Syndrome, Glaucoma, and Interstitial Keratitis. He is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology. Dr. Richard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner Medical Complex - The Grove

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

    Michael Morgan is an Ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Morgan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Glaucoma, Hyphema, Cataract, Uveitis, and Trabeculectomy. Dr. Morgan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

    Ginny Kullman is an Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kullman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. Her top areas of expertise are Cataract, Interstitial Keratitis, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness. Dr. Kullman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    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 an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Retinal Artery Occlusion, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Vitrectomy.

    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    John M Azar MD Apmc

    516 Saint Landry St, 
    Lafayette, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Frederick Hall is an Ophthalmologist in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Hall is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Interstitial Keratitis, Cataract, Glaucoma, and Presbyopia.

    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Eye Clinic A Professional Medical Corp.

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

    Lewis Murray is an Ophthalmologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Murray is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Strabismus, Presbyopia, and Esotropia.

    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Willis Knighton Zaffater Eye Center

    2449 Hospital Dr Ste 460, 
    Bossier City, LA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Norman Zaffater is an Ophthalmologist in Bossier City, Louisiana. Dr. Zaffater is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Allergic Conjunctivitis, Cataract, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Zaffater is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Optic Nerve Atrophy
    Ophthalmology

    Leader Balkan & Hendricks Apmc

    3434 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
    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 Optic Nerve Atrophy. His top areas of expertise are Blepharitis, Cataract, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Optic Nerve Atrophy?

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    It is one of several conditions called an "inborn error of metabolism."

    When should I see an Optic Nerve Atrophy 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 Optic Nerve Atrophy 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 Optic Nerve Atrophy 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 Optic Nerve Atrophy 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 Optic Nerve Atrophy 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 Optic Nerve Atrophy doctor search results page. 

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Optic Nerve Atrophy 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 Optic Nerve Atrophy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Optic Nerve Atrophy 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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