Summary

Dr. Paul Azar is an ophthalmologist and otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who has served patients for 56 years. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. Dr. Azar speaks both English and French.

Dr. Azar is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, practicing throughout Lafayette, Louisiana. His expertise includes treating cataracts, glaucoma, and presbyopia. He performs comprehensive eye exams, dilated eye exams, and retinal imaging. Patients rate Dr. Azar 5.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 56 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Paul James Azar has 4 locations

Azar Eye Clinic

516 Saint Landry StLafayette, LA 70506
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ochsner University Hospital And Clinics

2390 W Congress StLafayette, LA 70506

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

4801 Ambassador Caffery PkwyLafayette, LA 70508

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56 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience
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Lafayette , LALafayette , LALafayette , LALafayette , 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 New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Paul James Azar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Paul James Azar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Paul James Azar has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 1970

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Paul Azar's office located?
Dr. Paul Azar's office is located at 516 Saint Landry St, Lafayette, LA, 70506.
Which hospitals is Dr. Paul Azar affiliated with?
Dr. Paul Azar is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.
Does Dr. Paul Azar accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Paul Azar accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Paul Azar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Paul Azar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Paul Azar accepting new patients?
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