Summary

Dr. Valerie Purvin specializes in neurology and psychiatry, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to their practice. They earned their medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed residency training at LSU Health Sciences. With 48 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Purvin has developed extensive knowledge in neurological conditions that affect vision and brain function.

Dr. Purvin practices at Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana. They focus on treating complex conditions such as optic neuritis, increased pressure in the brain, and swelling of the optic nerve. Dr. Purvin performs specialized vision tests, visual field testing, and eye pressure measurements to diagnose and monitor these conditions. Patients have given Dr. Purvin an average rating of 4.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 48 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Hospital

720 Eskenazi AveIndianapolis, IN 46202

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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyAddiction Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
48 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Indianapolis , INLas Vegas , NVNew York , NYLawrenceburg , IN
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Newcastle University UK Med School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Valerie A Purvin

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EyeMed
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Valerie A Purvin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Valerie A Purvin has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Oculomotor Nerve Diseases
  • Papilledema
  • Psychiatry
  • Stroke
  • Vision Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1978

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Dr. Valerie Purvin's office is located at 720 Eskenazi Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46202.
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