
Overview
A native of St. Louis, Dr. Louis Verstringhe earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, where he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. During his ophthalmology residency at University Hospitals-Case Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio, he served as chief resident and organized an international elective at the LV Prasad Eye Institute in Hyderabad, India. He completed a fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. In practice since 2002, Dr. Verstringhe is board certified in ophthalmology. He practices comprehensive ophthalmology including cornea/external disease, refractive surgery, macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Texas Medical Association and Harris County Medical Society. His patients describe him as very informative, to-the-point and reassuring, and they say he takes care to explain all the possibilities they might encounter in surgery. Dr. Verstringhe is married and enjoys skiing, running and camping in his leisure time.
Dr. Verstringhe-Iii is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Glaucoma, Choroid Plexus Carcinoma, and Presbyopia.
Dr. Verstringhe-Iii is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
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Baylor College Of Medicine - Ophthalmology
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii by calling their office at 936-441-2020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii a top-rated expert for Cataract?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii 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. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii specialize in?
While Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Glaucoma, and Choroid Plexus Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii accept my insurance?
Dr. Louis E. Verstringhe-Iii accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 936-441-2020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- CataractDr. Verstringhe-Iii isDistinguished. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isDistinguished. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- GlaucomaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isDistinguished. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Advanced
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Allergic ConjunctivitisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Allergic Conjunctivitis.
- AstigmatismDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Astigmatism.
- BlepharitisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Blepharitis.
- ChalazionDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Chalazion.
- Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye)Dr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Dry Eye SyndromeDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Eye Syndrome.
- EntropionDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Entropion.
- Eyelid BumpDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Eyelid Bump.
- Interstitial KeratitisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Interstitial Keratitis.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- MeibomianitisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Meibomianitis.
- NearsightednessDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- PresbyopiaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Presbyopia.
- PterygiumDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Pterygium.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Verstringhe-Iii isAdvanced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
- Experienced
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)Dr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD).
- AmblyopiaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- Brown SyndromeDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Brown Syndrome.
- Cicatricial PemphigoidDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Cicatricial Pemphigoid.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis ImperfectaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta.
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive DeafnessDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Dystrophy and Perceptive Deafness.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- EpiscleritisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Episcleritis.
- EsotropiaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Esotropia.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Fourth Cranial Nerve PalsyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Fourth Cranial Nerve Palsy.
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and RetinaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina.
- Hereditary KeratitisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Keratitis.
- HyphemaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Hyphema.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- KeratoconusDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Keratoconus.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1Dr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Optic Atrophy Type 1Dr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Optic Atrophy Type 1.
- Optic Nerve AtrophyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Optic Nerve Atrophy.
- Pigment-Dispersion SyndromeDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Pigment-Dispersion Syndrome.
- PingueculaDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Pinguecula.
- PtosisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- ScleritisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Scleritis.
- Sjogren SyndromeDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Sjogren Syndrome.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- StrabismusDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Strabismus.
- Temporal ArteritisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Temporal Arteritis.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. Verstringhe-Iii isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.

