3.9
11 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Lionel Smith is an ophthalmologist with more than five decades of medical experience serving patients in Louisiana. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. Dr. Smith brings 55 years of expertise to his practice, specializing in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Smith practices at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating serious eye conditions and performing essential diagnostic procedures. His clinical expertise includes managing age-related macular degeneration and posterior vitreous detachment, two conditions that can significantly impact vision as patients age. He performs anti-VEGF treatments for retinal conditions and comprehensive eye exams to monitor and maintain patient eye health. Patients have given Dr. …Smith an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Smith practices at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating serious eye conditions and performing essential diagnostic procedures. His clinical expertise includes managing age-related macular degeneration and posterior vitreous detachment, two conditions that can significantly impact vision as patients age. He performs anti-VEGF treatments for retinal conditions and comprehensive eye exams to monitor and maintain patient eye health. Patients have given Dr. …Smith an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 55 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Lsu Health Sciences
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808 Tel: (225) 765-6565
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| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 55 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 39 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English |
| Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | 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 Shreveport | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lionel Lorio Smith has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
55 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Lsu Health Sciences
Medical School
Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 1971
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