Summary

Dr. Lawrence Gans is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at UCLA Medical Center. With 49 years of experience in the field, Dr. Gans brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Gans practices at multiple locations across Illinois and Missouri, including Alton and Saint Louis. His hospital affiliations include Alton Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Saint Louis, Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital, and Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, two of the most common eye conditions affecting adults. Dr. Gans performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to help restore clear vision. He also provides retinal imaging services to diagnose and monitor various eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 49 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Ucla Medical Center
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Lawrence Alan Gans has 6 locations

Surevision Eye Centers

1 Professional Dr Ste 260Alton, IL 62002
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Alton Memorial Hospital

1 Memorial DrAlton, IL 62002

Mercy Hospital Saint Louis

615 S New Ballas RdSaint Louis, MO 63141

Woodcrest Surgery Center

12101 Woodcrest Executive Dr Ste 101Saint Louis, MO 63141
Mon6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surevision Eye Centers

12101 Woodcrest Executive Dr Ste 150Creve Coeur, MO 63141

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Dr. Lawrence Alan Gans, MDDr. Krishna Sasank MallemDr. Olivia Whitney CummingsDr. Jason Yang Zhang
OphthalmologyInternal MedicineOphthalmologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
3.8 
49 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Alton , ILSaint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MOSaint Louis , MO
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence Alan Gans

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Lawrence Alan Gans has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lawrence Alan Gans has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Corneal Transplantation
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucla Medical Center

Medical School

Case Western Reserve University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Lawrence Gans speak?
Dr. Lawrence Gans speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Lawrence Gans accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lawrence Gans accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lawrence Gans affiliated with?
Dr. Lawrence Gans is affiliated with Alton Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Saint Louis, Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital, Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital, and Barnes Jewish Saint Peters Hospital.

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