Dr. John D. Hinrichsen, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1400 E Bert Kouns Loop Suite #103 Shreveport LA, 71105About
Dr. John Hinrichsen is an ophthalmologist practicing in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Hinrichsen specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Hinrichsen can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Hinrichsen can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1999
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Headaches
- Birth Defects
- Birthmark
- Strabismus
- Astigmatism
- Blepharitis
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Conjunctivitis
Dr. John D. Hinrichsen, M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. John D. Hinrichsen, M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Hinrichsen
Recommended Articles
- What is Cataract Surgery?
The exact cause of cataracts is not known. Nevertheless, it seems that most cataracts are caused by long-term variations in the eye lens protein components which in turn causes cloudiness in the lens. Though not common, cataracts can affect infants and young children due to genetic enzyme...
- How is Conjunctivitis Contracted?
Conjunctivitis is a very common and unpleasant condition, especially for people that use contact lenses. Children can be equally affected by this disease, as well as adults. People who have conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, can transmit the disease to their family or friends or anyone else...
- What is Keratoconus?
Keratoconus is a non-inflammatory disorder of the eye where the cornea bulges outward like a cone. Thinning and bulging of cornea may result in blurring of vision and make the eye more sensitive to light. This disorder is seen in both the eyes and is common in people from 10-years-old to...
- What is Eye Herpes?
What is eye herpes?Eye herpes, or ocular herpes, is a recurrent viral infection that affects the eyes. It is caused by herpes simplex virus type 1. It causes an inflammation of the eye, as well as scarring in the cornea.Eye herpes can be transmitted from one person to another when there is a close...
- What Could a Swollen Eyelid Mean?
Your eyelid’s skin is stretchy and loose with a thickness of less than 1 mm. Your eyelids can swell if there is a buildup of fluid in the tissues that surround your eyes.In most cases, swollen eyelids are not a cause for concern and can return back to its normal shape and size after a few days....
- What Is Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis (GPC): Get the Facts
Giant papillary conjunctivitis (GPC) is also known as contact lens-induced papillary conjunctivitis (CLPC) because it is the most common symptom with people who wear contact lenses. GPC forms small nodules on the inner side of the eyelids as a result of foreign body irritation. Moreover, people who...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. David Hongwei Ren MD, PHD7330 Fern Ave Shreveport LA 71105
- Dr. Susanna S Ringeman M.D.1501 Kings Hwy Shreveport LA 71103
- Dr. Frederick Randall Kirchner M.D.471 Ashley Ridge Blvd. Shreveport LA 71106
- Dr. Jeffrey M. Gosslee MD725 N Ashley Ridge Loop Shreveport LA 71106
- Dr. Chanping Liang M.D.1501 Kings Hwy Shreveport LA 71103
- Dr. Russell H Vannorman M.D.1801 FAIRFIELD AVE STE 207 SHREVEPORT LA 71101