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John Brinkley, MD

4.9/5
109 Ratings 25 Comments
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Ochsner LSU Health - Ambulatory Care Center
1606 Kings Highway
Shreveport, LA 71103
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1420 Kings Highway
Shreveport, LA
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General Info

Gender

  • Male

Languages

  • English

Primary Specialty

Ophthalmology

Additional Specialties

  • Neuro-Ophthalmology

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Ochsner LSU Health - Ambulatory Care Center
1606 Kings Highway
Shreveport, LA 71103
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Ochsner LSU Health - Eye Center
1420 Kings Highway
Shreveport, LA
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General Info

Gender

  • Male

Languages

  • English

Primary Specialty

Ophthalmology

Additional Specialties

  • Neuro-Ophthalmology
Dr. Brinkley was born in Shreveport and raised in Carthage, TX. He received a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from Rice University in 2004, followed by a medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in 2009. He then completed a transitional year internship at Houston Methodist Hospital before going to the University of Iowa for ophthalmology residency and neuro-ophthalmology fellowship. He is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and a member of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society.

Medical School

Baylor College of Medicine - undefined

Internship

The Methodist Hospital - Transitional Year

Residency

The University of Iowa - Ophthalmology

Fellowship

University of Iowa - Neuro-Ophthalmology

Certifications

American Board of Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology

Ochsner LSU Health Patient Verified Reviews

4.9/5
109 Ratings 25 Comments

To obtain patient ratings and comments, we partner with Press Ganey, an independent patient satisfaction company that works with more than 26,000 healthcare organizations to improve the patient experience. These patient verified ratings are based on the “likelihood to recommend” physician scores on the nationally developed CAHPS Clinician & Group Survey (CG-CAHPS). Actual top box results for this question are translated to a 1-5 scale, and the star scores are measured on that scale, with 5 being the best score.

March 2025

Dr. Brinkley was very knowledgeable and explained everything very well. I felt comfortable with him, because very knowledgeable about my problems.

March 2025

I know that Dr. Brinkley sees hundreds of patients but he remembers the unique things about me. The staff is the same way.

March 2025

Everything went well

March 2025

Dr Brinkley is very thorough & he was involved in my care, I didn't feel rushed one bit. He answered all my concerns & if I had any questions I could use the Ochsner app.

March 2025

Dr. Brinkley is an asset to the facility. He explains things thoroughly and listens to any concerns. Exceptional care!

February 2025

Like I said, Dr Brinkley is Amazing and so very patient and caters as much as he can. He makes sure you're comfortable and any and all situations or questions are answered. My husband and I were Very impressed by his hospitality and knowledge

February 2025

Dr. Brinkley is an exemplary physician. He listens attentively and takes time to explain and answer questions.

February 2025

Dr Brinkley is very kind and did not seem rushed

January 2025

Dr Brinkley is very attentive and explains everything in great detail.

January 2025

Dr. Brinkley is always wonderful

December 2024

I enjoy seeing Dr. Brinkley and his staff, easy to understand, explained my issues in a way that I could understand which makes my condition easier to deal with.... Thank you to all !!!

December 2024

Very great experience.

November 2024

Dr Brinkley is very straightforward, thorough and very professional

October 2024

Dr. took the time to explain in depth what the results of every test where and what they meant.

October 2024

Always polite and concerned about me

October 2024

Great

October 2024

The visit was as good or better than other trips to other doctors.

October 2024

Dr. Brinkly and the resident were both amazing! They were very easy to talk to, very informative and willing to answer all questions and concerns. They exceeded my expectations significantly.

September 2024

Excellent

September 2024

Totally focused on issues, explanation of my existing condition, and options to address concerns. Quite impressive!

September 2024

Professional

September 2024

My dr is the best! He has been working with me for years now. I never want another eye dr other than him. He always talks through everything and goes over any questions I have.

August 2024

Excellence. Physician was extremely known, listened to all of my concerns and assured all questions were answered.

August 2024

Great experience, staff is very knowledgeable and thorough! Dr's are excellent! Dr Brinkley is the only Dr to figure out what is the cause of my poor vision

August 2024

I can't say it enough, Dr. Brinkley is a rockstar! He explains everything THOROUGHLY! He answers any questions I may have. Just a really nice person.

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