
Overview
A Houston native, Dr. Larry Alexander earned an undergraduate degree in biology with high honors from The University of Texas at Austin and his medical degree from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans and a fellowship in anterior segment and oculoplastic surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. Board certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Alexander has been in practice since 1982. Along with his private practice, he also served as a clinical instructor with the Ophthalmology Department at Baylor College of Medicine, and for 30 years provided indigent care at the Strawberry Clinic of the Harris County Hospital District in Pasadena. He uses advanced technologies in performing cataract and intraocular lens (IOL) surgery, laser treatment for diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma, and oculoplastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Alexander is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Houston Ophthalmological Society and the Harris County Medical Society. Dr. Alexander is married and has four children. An Eagle Scout himself, he serves as an assistant scoutmaster. He also enjoys gardening, welding metal artwork and WaveRunners.
Dr. Alexander is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
Dr. Alexander is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Larry Alexander
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Larry Alexander?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Larry Alexander by calling their office at 713-477-6929. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Larry Alexander a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Larry Alexander is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cataract, 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. Larry Alexander specialize in?
While Dr. Larry Alexander is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Larry Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Larry Alexander accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-477-6929 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
- CataractDr. Alexander isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
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- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Alexander isAdvanced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- AstigmatismDr. Alexander isAdvanced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- BlepharitisDr. Alexander isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Alexander isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Alexander isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- EntropionDr. Alexander isAdvanced. Learn about Entropion.
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- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Alexander isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AmblyopiaDr. Alexander isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Alexander isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Alexander isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Alexander isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Alexander isExperienced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).


