Dr. David M. Dragon, MD | Baton Rouge, LA | Ophthalmology

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Since 1987, Dr. David Dragon has been providing eye care for the patients of the Baton Rouge region. As a board certified Opthalmologist with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Dragon takes great pride in staying ahead of the curve of technological advances in the Eye Care Field. Dr. Dragon first received his Bachelors degree in Biology from the University of New Orleans. He then graduated with his medical degree from the Louisiana State University Medical School. After his studies at LSU, Dr. Dragon completed an internship in Internal Medicine at Ochsner Foundation Hospital and residency training in Ophthalmology at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore. To further advance his training, Dr. Dragon also completed a fellowship in Cornea and External Disease at the University of Florida. In an effort to continue his advnaced training, Dr. Dragon has given various presentations at national society meetings, and has also had his work published in leading medical journals, including Ophthalmology and …Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

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accepting new patients
3.7

18 Ratings
46 years of experience
32 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Florida Health
6 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Dragon's Ratings and Reviews

3.7

18 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 12 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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I love Dr. Dragon, always a consummate professional. His nurse is the most unprofessional and rude individual I have ever met in any medical office. Why, if you hate your job, as she apparently does, does she stay in it?

October 21st, 2019

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He came across as indifferent and arrogant, and did not detect a fairly serious injury to my eye while I was under his treatment. It took the next ophthalmologist about 5 minutes to find the injury and ask me about it.

December 9th, 2016

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I have been going to Dr. Dragon for about 30 years now. I have had excellent care from him throughout that time. When my mother needed cataract surgery, she also used him. The results were excellent. I have the utmost confidence in him and would recommend him to anyone.

July 13th, 2016

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Very nice office to deal visit. Thorough and courteous.

June 15th, 2015

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I was referred to Dr. Dragon by another opthalmologist after both corneas were injured in a car accident (due to a motorist running a red light and hitting my vehicle) and they did not heal after two weeks of treatment. He was rude from the moment he walked in the door (called me gal at some point) and seemed angry about the referral. Even after diagnosing me with Corneal Edema, which means blurred vision, light sensitivity, and eye pain; refused to give me a note stating this to take to my job. To make a long story short, I tried going back to work several times and was sent home due to my poor eyesight as the job entails alot of computer work. My lawyer asked Dr. Dragon for a letter to give to the insurance company to pay me for lost wages and he sent one stating "nothing is wrong with her and I released her to go back to work the same day as her appointment with me." Therefore, I did not get anything for lost wages, and for a week after the car accident I was blind. I try to see the… good in people but he is such a horrible person.

February 13th, 2014

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February 25th, 2009

Eye Specialists Of Louisiana

6220 Perkins RdBaton Rouge, LA 70808

Tel: (225) 401-3476

Eye Medical Center

7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Tel: (225) 766-7441

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Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808

Tel: (225) 765-6565


Dr. David Marion Dragon, MD	Dr. Charles Eldridge Afeman, MD	Dr. Hongvan Thi Le, MD	Dr. Philip Daniel Ehrlich, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.7 (18 Ratings)	4 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.5 (21 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience	66 Years of Experience	12 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Baton Rouge , LA	Baton Rouge , LA	Jackson , MS	Baton Rouge , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Jacobs School Of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences At The Univ Of Buffalo
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Florida Health

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 1980

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Which hospitals is Dr. David Dragon affiliated with?: Dr. David Dragon is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City.

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