Dr. Daniel I. Caplan, MD | Mandeville, LA | Ophthalmologist

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With 51 years in ophthalmology, Dr. Daniel Caplan is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital and treats glaucoma, open-angle glaucoma, and meibomian gland blockage. He also performs retinal imaging, tonometry, and electrophysiology tests for the eyes.

Dr. Caplan earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. He sees patients in Mandeville and Metairie, Louisiana. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Caplan 4.95 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
5

21 Ratings
51 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
13 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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5

21 Ratings with 13 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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Patient of Dr Caplan for many years, He is an old school Doctor who actually gets to know you and isn't just in and out to collect money. The staff is great and i would recommend to all friends and family!

October 1st, 2014

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Dr Caplan did Lasik on a friend of mine about 5 years ago. She has 20/20 vision and loves her Lasik. So I went there and had Lasik a few months ago. Now I see great too. Dr Caplan & his staff were very nice.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 29th, 2014

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I had an eye infection that my other eye doctor couldn't seem to cure. My neighbor suggested I try her eye doctor; I was frustrated with my eye problem, so I did. After just a couple of visits, my eye was so much better. I am so grateful. Dr Caplan & his staff were so caring. Thanks to them all!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 1st, 2014

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I have been bringing my mother to Dr Caplan office for about 10 yrs. Her former eye doctor's office was just not very friendly to deal with. Dr Caplan's staff has always been so helpful. Dr Caplan did cataract surgery on my Mother and she sees really well. We have always been satisfied with the care there.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 27th, 2013

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I've been a patient of Dr Caplan for several years. Always been treated great there, so decided to get Lasik. Now I can see better than I ever thought possible. Dr Caplan did the Custom Lasik on my eyes and I have hi def vision! Everyone was really professional there. Very happy I went to Dr Caplan for my Lasik !

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 21st, 2013

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I've been a patient of Dr Caplan for about 1o years, mostly regular eye exams. Last week I had a bad pink eye & called the office. They saw me the same day. Dr Caplan took care of my eye problem - it was almost back to normal the next day. The staff is always so nice.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 19th, 2013

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I brought my 2 kids to Dr Caplan for their first eye exams. The staff was so nice to my kids & made the eye exam seem fun. Dr Caplan was very nice and did a very detailed eye exam. I was very pleased.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 4th, 2013

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I've been a patient for about 5 years, mostly annual eye check ups. I had an eye infection recently & they gave me a same day appointment. Dr Caplan & his staff were really nice.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

March 28th, 2013

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Dr Caplan & his staff were very nice. They made the whole Lasik process really efficient. I am thrilled by my new vision.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 4th, 2012

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I went to Dr Caplan to get LASIK over 10 years ago. He was great. He explained everything and was never in a hurry. I still see 20/20 and now all of my family are patients. A really good and caring doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 4th, 2012

Caplan Eye Clinic

4700 Highway 22Mandeville, LA 70471

Tel: (985) 845-3400

Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm

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Caplan Eye Clinic

3409 N Hullen StMetairie, LA 70002

Tel: (504) 888-2600

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Daniel Irwin Caplan, MD	Dr. Neil F. Notaroberto, MD	Dr. Ralph Robert Nix III, MD	Dr. Barton Byers, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (21 Ratings)	4.2 (36 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)	5 (2 Ratings)
51 Years of Experience	34 Years of Experience	59 Years of Experience	67 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Mandeville , LA	Slidell , LA	Independence , LA	Ukiah , CA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine	Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
Cataract
Diabetic Retinopathy
Eye Exam
Eye Pain
Glaucoma
Lasik Surgery
Macular Degeneration
Refractive Surgical Procedures
Vision Issues

Dr. Daniel Irwin Caplan holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1976 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Caplan's NPI number is 1407916927.

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What languages does Dr. Daniel Caplan speak?: Dr. Daniel Caplan speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. Daniel Caplan accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Daniel Caplan accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Daniel Caplan's office located?: Dr. Daniel Caplan's office is located at 4700 Highway 22, Mandeville, LA, 70471.
Is Dr. Daniel Caplan accepting new patients?: Dr. Daniel Caplan is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Daniel Caplan's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Daniel Caplan affiliated with?: Dr. Daniel Caplan is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital.

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