Summary

Dr. Richard Bourgeois has practiced ophthalmology for 52 years and is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. He completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences and earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. He sees patients in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 52 years of experience
  • 5 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Richard James Bourgeois has 3 locations

Bourgeois Richard J Office

1000 W Pinhook Rd Ste 300Lafayette, LA 70503
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ochsner Lafayette General Surgical Hospital

1000 W Pinhook RdLafayette, LA 70503

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Dr. Richard James Bourgeois, MDDr. Joe Mc Alan Gannon, MDDr. Alexandra Elise FrugeDr. Natalie Baziuk
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyInternal MedicineOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients
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52 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Lafayette , LANew Iberia , LAYoungsville , 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 Shreveport Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard James Bourgeois

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard James Bourgeois has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard James Bourgeois has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Dr. Richard James Bourgeois holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1974.

NPI Number

Dr. Bourgeois' NPI number is 1679571327.

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Dr. Richard Bourgeois's office is located at 1000 W Pinhook Rd Ste 300, Lafayette, LA, 70503.
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