The 20 Best Pinguecula Doctors Near Me in metairie, LA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 19 doctor with experience in Pinguecula near metairie, LA. Of these, 16 are Experienced and 3 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Donald P. Cerise
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Donald P. Cerise
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4324 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 102, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    504-455-9825
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Donald Cerise is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Cerise is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Chalazion, Eyelid Bump, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. Dr. Cerise is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Brandon M. Wool
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Brandon M. Wool
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    315 Metairie Rd Ste 302, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    504-835-2197
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Brandon Wool is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Wool is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Cataract, and Pinguecula. Dr. Wool is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula
    Experienced in Pinguecula
    Referral may be required

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    504-842-3995
    Languages Spoken:
    English, German, Russian, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bennett Romanoff is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Romanoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dry Eye Syndrome, Glaucoma, Coloboma of Optic Nerve, and Coloboma of Optic Papilla. Dr. Romanoff is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Kenneth G. Haik
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Kenneth G. Haik
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2800 Veterans Blvd # 125, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    504-833-5573
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Kenneth Haik is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Haik is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. His clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, and Pinguecula.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Jared M. Vincent
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Jared M. Vincent
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    La Optical Dispenser Inc

    4324 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    504-455-9825
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
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    Jared Vincent is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Vincent is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Eyelid Bump, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Vincent is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Leni T. Sumich
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Leni T. Sumich
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4324 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 102, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    504-455-8666
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Leni Sumich is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Sumich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Chalazion, and Kallikrein Hypertension. Dr. Sumich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. John W. Boyle-Iv
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. John W. Boyle-Iv
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Gulf South Eye Associates Apmc

    4628 Rye St, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    504-454-1000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    John Boyle-Iv is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Boyle-Iv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Eyelid Bump, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Boyle-Iv is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. David Kennedy
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. David Kennedy
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Gulf South Eye Associates

    4628 Rye St, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    David Kennedy is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Kennedy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Eyelid Bump, Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Interstitial Keratitis. Dr. Kennedy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Tyler C. Goff
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Tyler C. Goff
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Gulf South Eye Associates Apmc

    4628 Rye St, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    504-454-1000
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Tyler Goff is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Goff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Eyelid Bump, Glaucoma, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Goff is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula
    Experienced in Pinguecula
    Referral may be required

    University Medical Center Ear Nose Throat Clinic

    2000 Canal St Fl 3, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    504-896-9426
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Lena Al-Dujaili is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Al-Dujaili is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Blepharitis, and Meibomianitis. Dr. Al-Dujaili is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pinguecula
    Advanced in Pinguecula
    Referral may be required

    Leader Balkan & Hendricks Apmc

    3434 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    504-891-1988
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Clifford Hendricks is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hendricks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Allergic Conjunctivitis, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), Subconjunctival Hemorrhage, and Cataract. Dr. Hendricks is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula
    Experienced in Pinguecula
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 900, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    504-883-7690
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Owen Lacour-Iii is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lacour-Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Chalazion, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Lacour-Iii is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Matthew J. Bolton
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Matthew J. Bolton
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Leader Balkan & Hendricks Apmc

    3434 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    504-891-1988
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Bolton is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bolton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Cataract, Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye), and Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis. Dr. Bolton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Robert J. Balkan
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Robert J. Balkan
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Leader Balkan & Hendricks Apmc

    3434 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    504-454-0158
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Balkan is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Balkan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strabismus, Blepharitis, Esotropia, and Benign Essential Blepharospasm. Dr. Balkan is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Barry J. Leader
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Barry J. Leader
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    3715 Prytania St Ste 250, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    504-897-4567
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    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 Pinguecula. 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 Pinguecula

    Dr. Lance Turkish
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Lance Turkish
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Lance Turkish M.D. APC

    3434 Prytania St Ste 305, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    504-897-7989
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Lance Turkish is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Turkish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Blepharitis, Cloudy Cornea, Meibomianitis, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Turkish is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Scott D. Lanoux
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Scott D. Lanoux
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 900, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.1 miles away)
    504-883-7690
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Scott Lanoux is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lanoux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Chalazion, Glaucoma, and Eyelid Bump. Dr. Lanoux is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Maria D. Bernal
    Ophthalmology
    Experienced in Pinguecula

    Dr. Maria D. Bernal
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    St Charles Specialty Hospital

    3700 Saint Charles Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    504-412-1200
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Maria Bernal is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bernal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Interstitial Keratitis, Neuroretinitis, Neurotrophic Keratitis, and Blepharitis. Dr. Bernal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Pinguecula

    Dr. An H. Nguyen
    Ophthalmology
    Advanced in Pinguecula

    Dr. An H. Nguyen
    Ophthalmology
    Referral may be required

    Nola Ophthalmology Inc.

    5646 Read Blvd Ste 180, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (10.8 miles away)
    504-254-5518
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    An Nguyen is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Nguyen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Pinguecula. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Kallikrein Hypertension, and Diabetic Retinopathy. Dr. Nguyen is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Pinguecula?

    A pingueculum is a common, noncancerous growth of the conjunctiva. This is the clear, thin tissue that covers the white part of the eye (sclera). The growth occurs in the part of the conjunctiva that is exposed when the eye is open.

    When should I see a Pinguecula doctor near metairie, 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 Pinguecula doctor near metairie, 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 Pinguecula doctor near metairie, LA?

    You can find a Pinguecula doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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    How does MediFind rank Pinguecula doctors near metairie, 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 Pinguecula doctors near metairie, 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 Pinguecula doctor near metairie, 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 Pinguecula doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Pinguecula 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 Pinguecula doctor near metairie, 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 Pinguecula 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 Pinguecula 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 Pinguecula doctors near metairie, LA?

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

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