Dr. Joel Sacks, MD

New Orleans, LA

56 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Sacks, Ophthalmologist in New Orleans, LA?

Dr. Joel Sacks, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. He has been practicing for over 56 years and is board certified. Dr. Sacks graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Ophthalmology; Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Ophthalmology; Wesley Pavillion, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Sacks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sacks’s office at (504) 842-4000.

Where did Dr. Sacks go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Ophthalmology; Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Ophthalmology; Wesley Pavillion, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Of California Medical Center
Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

Is Dr. Sacks board certified as an Ophthalmologist?

Yes, Dr. Joel Sacks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology

What languages does Dr. Sacks speak?

Dr. Sacks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sacks typically treat?

As an Ophthalmologist, conditions treated by Dr. Joel Sacks may include:

Please contact Dr. Sacks' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Sacks typically perform?

As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Sacks may include:

Please contact Dr. Sacks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Sacks accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Sacks' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Sacks' office located?

Dr. Joel Sacks' Primary Practice

1514 Jefferson Hwy

New Orleans, LA 70121

(504) 842-4000

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What is Dr. Sacks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Sacks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588605190.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sacks?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sacks

What is Dr. Joel Sacks's specialty?

Dr. Sacks is an Ophthalmologist near New Orleans, LA.

What does an Ophthalmologist do?

An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

Is Dr. Joel Sacks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Sacks is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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