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Summary
Dr. Katherine Loftfield is an ophthalmologist with 43 years of experience treating eye conditions and vision disorders. She earned her medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and has built extensive expertise in caring for patients with various eye health needs. Dr. Loftfield is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing her to serve diverse communities throughout Louisiana.
Dr. Loftfield practices at multiple Ochsner locations in New Orleans, Metairie, and Jefferson, Louisiana. She specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, helping patients preserve and improve their vision through comprehensive care. Her practice includes performing vision tests, visual field testing, and tonometry to monitor eye pressure and detect potential problems early. Patients consistently rate Dr. Loftfield highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her expertise and care.
Dr. Loftfield practices at multiple Ochsner locations in New Orleans, Metairie, and Jefferson, Louisiana. She specializes in treating glaucoma and cataracts, helping patients preserve and improve their vision through comprehensive care. Her practice includes performing vision tests, visual field testing, and tonometry to monitor eye pressure and detect potential problems early. Patients consistently rate Dr. Loftfield highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her expertise and care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 43 years of experience
- 5 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Sydney Eye Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Dr. Katherine Loftfield, MD | Dr. Neil F. Notaroberto, MD | Dr. Jeffery Joseph Vinet | Dr. Chad Michael Caplan |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 43 Years of Experience | 34 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| New Orleans , LA | Slidell , LA | New Orleans , LA | Metairie , LA |
| Med School: University of New Mexico | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Katherine Loftfield
Medical Specialties
Dr. Katherine Loftfield has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Katherine Loftfield has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
43 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Sydney Eye Hospital1989
Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office1989
Residency
Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office1988
Internship
University of Utah Hospital1985
Medical School
University of New MexicoGraduated in 1983
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