Overview
George Fivgas is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Dr. Fivgas is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 3000, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George Fivgas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. George Fivgas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. George Fivgas by calling their office at 225-765-6565. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. George Fivgas a top-rated expert for Choroid Plexus Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George Fivgas is classified as an Distinguished expert for Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. George Fivgas specialize in?
While Dr. George Fivgas is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), and Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. George Fivgas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. George Fivgas has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. George Fivgas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. George Fivgas accept my insurance?
Dr. George Fivgas accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 225-765-6565 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Fivgas isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Fivgas isDistinguished. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Coats DiseaseDr. Fivgas isDistinguished. Learn about Coats Disease.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Fivgas isDistinguished. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Fivgas isDistinguished. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Fivgas isDistinguished. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Advanced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Fivgas isAdvanced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Eales DiseaseDr. Fivgas isAdvanced. Learn about Eales Disease.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Fivgas isAdvanced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- Leber Congenital AmaurosisDr. Fivgas isAdvanced. Learn about Leber Congenital Amaurosis.
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- AmblyopiaDr. Fivgas isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Birdshot ChorioretinopathyDr. Fivgas isExperienced. Learn about Birdshot Chorioretinopathy.
- CataractDr. Fivgas isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- GlaucomaDr. Fivgas isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Hepatic HemangiomaDr. Fivgas isExperienced. Learn about Hepatic Hemangioma.