Since the Caplan Eye Clinic was founded in 1938 by the late Dr. Harry B. Caplan, we have established a tradition of providing high quality eye care in a caring atmosphere. We are a “total” eye center offering adult and pediatric eye care. Our staff of Ophthalmologists and Optometrists diagnose and treat a variety of eye conditions and disorders, including Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy, and diseases of the Cornea, Retina and Eyelids.  We also fit contact lenses and perform medical eye examinations. Our specialties include: Custom Laser Vision Correction, and Cataract Surgery with Lifestyle Lens Implants.

Office Based Cataract Surgery Suite on WWL-TV

Meg Farris, longtime Medical Reporter at WWL-TV CBS affiliate, visited Caplan Eye Clinic’s Office Based Cataract Surgery Suite – 1st in Louisiana.

Meg followed our patient, Rick O’Krepki, from his arrival, the actual cataract procedure and his post op – all in a little more than an hour. Among the highlights were benefits to patients over traditional outpatient surgery centers including cost savings, no IV or needles, no fasting and a more pleasant patient experience.

Visit the link below to view the story and wonderful video by Meg Farris and WWL-TV crew.

Office Based Cataract Surgery Suite as seen on WWL-TV

Our brand new, state of the art cataract surgery suite is the first of its kind in the State of Louisiana. Caplan Eye Clinic brings this new VIP experience to all of our cataract surgery patients.

Our Office Based Cataract Surgery Suite is equipped with newest cataract surgery technology.

Office Based Cataract Surgery removes the hassle of having to visit an outpatient surgery center for cataract removal.

The benefits of in office surgery include:

• No IV anesthesia, no needles!
• No fasting required
• No need for medical clearance; no unnecessary visits to your Primary Care Physican.
• Same day post op, no need to come back the following day for post op care.

All surgeries will be performed at our convenient Metairie location. Caplan Eye Clinic provides a superior experience with a familiar environment and staff.

For more information on our Surgery Suite, please give us a call at 504-888-2600!

“The 15 White Coats” is a group of 15 Tulane University medical students who created a series of photos of themselves in front of a slave cabin at the Whitney Plantation near New Orleans. These photos went viral and became an international phenomenon. “The 15 White Coats” organization was established by these medical students to affect positive change in the U.S.

They have since been guests on numerous national TV shows.

One of their goals is to place these photos in schools across the nation to serve as an inspiration to young African American children and others.

They are also providing grants to assist African-American students with the cost of educational materials to prepare for medical school admission exams and other costs associated with applying to medical school.

Dr. Russell Ledet, co-founder of “The 15 White Coats” once doubted that he had the ability to succeed in college. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy as an intelligence tech. His wife convinced him to attend Southern University in Baton Rouge LA where he graduated with high honors.

He then attended NYU where he earned a Master’s Degree in molecular oncology. He continued his studies at NYU to earn a PhD in molecular oncology. Dr. Russell graduated from Tulane University Medical School where he received his MD & MBA degree.

Thank you to Dr. Russell Ledet for providing our clinics with these important and insightful photos. Click here to learn more about these inspiring individuals.

WWL-TV News Anchor

“Whenever I have eye Problems, which is often, I call Dr. Dan Caplan. I only trust my eyes to Caplan Eye Clinic.”

“Dr. Brendon Sumich did my cataract surgery and I see wonderful now! I would recommend Caplan Eye Clinic and Dr. Sumich to everyone.”

. “With my busy schedule & lifestyle, LASIK gave me freedom from glasses. My vision is great and I love not wearing glasses” .

Dots Diners, “I’m not your Mama but you’re always at home at Dots Diner.”

Dr. Jarret Brashear and wife Meghan

Meghan Brashear: “I knew that I was getting married soon and I wanted to have LASIK so I could walk down the aisle without worrying about glasses or contact lenses. As a surgical resident, Jarret wanted to be able to do surgery without the hassle of contact lenses or glasses. He also loves the outdoors; so he can now also enjoy fishing and hunting without the bother of dealing with contact lenses.”

George Rodrigue, renowned “Blue Dog” artist, visited us at Caplan Eye Clinic… and even sketched a Blue Dog for us! Thank you, George. Another example of the amazing talent in this great city.

World Record Field Goal 63 Yards, November 8, 1970

“When it came time for me to look for cataract care, I called Caplan Eye Clinic. With their 70 plus years of outstanding results, I knew the Caplan Experience would be a winner for me. Now I have 20/20 vision!”