Summary

Dr. Joshua Ford specializes in ophthalmology and internal medicine, bringing 13 years of medical experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency training at the University of Illinois Hospital. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive eye care while understanding how systemic health conditions may affect vision and eye health.

Dr. Ford maintains hospital affiliations with Alexandria VA Medical Center, West Jefferson Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, Tulane Lakeside Hospital for Women and Children, and University Medical Center New Orleans, with practice locations throughout Marrero, New Orleans, and Metairie, Louisiana. He focuses on treating conditions such as drooping eyelids, dry eyes, and keratoconjunctivitis sicca. His expertise includes performing dilated eye exams, vision tests, and visual field testing to help diagnose and monitor various eye conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 13 years of experience
  • University Of Illinois Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joshua Richard Ford has 6 locations

West Jefferson Medical Center

1101 Medical Center BlvdMarrero, LA 70072

East Jefferson General Hospital

4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006

Tulane Lakeside Hospital

4700 S I 10 Service Rd WMetairie, LA 70001

Heitmeier Eyecare

1111 Medical Center BlvdMarrero, LA 70072
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eyecare Associates

4324 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 102Metairie, LA 70006

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Dr. Joshua Richard Ford, MDDr. Neil F. Notaroberto, MDDr. David Hubert Martin, MDDr. Mihran Vatche Naljayan, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyInfectious DiseaseNephrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
13 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Marrero , LASlidell , LANEW ORLEANS , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Joshua Richard Ford has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joshua Richard Ford has the following area of expertise

  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois Hospital

Medical School

Geisel School Of Medicine At DartmouthGraduated in 2013

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Dr. Joshua Ford's office is located at 1101 Medical Center Blvd, Marrero, LA, 70072.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Joshua Ford affiliated with?
Dr. Joshua Ford is affiliated with Alexandria Va Medical Center, West Jefferson Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, Tulane Lakeside Hospital For Women And Children, and University Medical Center New Orleans.

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