Overview
John Brinkley is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Shreveport, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years.
Dr. Brinkley is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, Papilledema, and Increased Intracranial Pressure.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Brinkley is currently accepting new patients.
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1501 Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA 71103
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John J. Brinkley
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John J. Brinkley?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John J. Brinkley by calling their office at 318-675-5010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John J. Brinkley a top-rated expert for Optic Atrophy Type 1?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John J. Brinkley is classified as an Distinguished expert for Optic Atrophy Type 1, 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. John J. Brinkley specialize in?
While Dr. John J. Brinkley is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Optic Atrophy Type 1, Optic Nerve Atrophy, and Papilledema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. John J. Brinkley participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John J. Brinkley has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Optic Atrophy Type 1. You can view a list of Dr. John J. Brinkley's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John J. Brinkley accept my insurance?
Dr. John J. Brinkley accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 318-675-5010 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
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Brinkley isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Brinkley isDistinguished. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Advanced
- Increased Intracranial PressureDr. Brinkley isAdvanced. Learn about Increased Intracranial Pressure.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Brinkley isAdvanced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- PapilledemaDr. Brinkley isAdvanced. Learn about Papilledema.
- StrabismusDr. Brinkley isAdvanced. Learn about Strabismus.
- Tolosa Hunt SyndromeDr. Brinkley isAdvanced. Learn about Tolosa Hunt Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Bell's PalsyDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Essential BlepharospasmDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Benign Essential Blepharospasm.
- CataractDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- ChoroideremiaDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Choroideremia.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- DacryoadenitisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Dacryoadenitis.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EpiscleritisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- EsotropiaDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Esotropia.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- GlaucomaDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and RetinaDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina.
- Horner SyndromeDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Horner Syndrome.
- HyphemaDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- KeratoconusDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Keratoconus.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON)Dr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Leber Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON).
- MeibomianitisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- NearsightednessDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan TypeDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Oculomotor Apraxia Cogan Type.
- Optic NeuritisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Optic Neuritis.
- Periorbital CellulitisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Periorbital Cellulitis.
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinitis PigmentosaDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Retinitis Pigmentosa.
- ScleritisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP)Dr. Brinkley isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa (XLRP).