Clifford Hendricks, MD
Dr. Clifford Hendricks is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in corneal transplants (DSEK), refractive surgery (LASIK) and refractive cataract surgery (Multi-focal implants). Dr. Hendricks attended Tulane University where he fell in love with the people and culture of New Orleans. He remained at Tulane for his Medical School and ophthalmology training.
Matthew Bolton, MD
Dr. Matthew Bolton is a New Orleans native and graduate of Jesuit High School. Following undergraduate work at the University of Georgia, Dr. Bolton went on to medical school at the LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans where he was awarded membership into the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. He then completed his intern year in Internal Medicine with the Tulane Department of Medicine prior to finishing his Ophthalmology training at the LSU Eye Center and Ochsner Clinic Foundation.
Robert Balkan, MD
Dr. Robert Balkan is a board-certified ophthalmologist with a special interest in children’s eye diseases and adult eye muscle disorders. He has over twenty-five years experience in ophthalmology. He is well recognized for using “magic” to calm and entertain children while obtaining the necessary exam information.
Lena Al-Dujaili, MD
Lena Al-Dujaili, MD, MS is a board-certified ophthalmologist and glaucoma specialist. Raised in Lafayette, LA, she obtained her master’s in pharmacology at Tulane University in 2008 and subsequently received her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. She went on the complete an ophthalmology residency at LSU Eye Center and […]
Brett Budden, MD
Dr. Brett Budden is a retinal specialist and surgeon. Dr. Budden is a native of Lafayette, LA. He graduated from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge prior to moving to New Orleans where he earned his Medical Degree from LSU School of Medicine. He completed his Ophthalmology residency at the LSU Medical Center and Ochsner […]
Why Choose New Orleans Eye Specialists
New Orleans Eye Specialists is the only ophthalmology group in the New Orleans area where every doctor is fellowship trained. A fellowship is an additional year of advanced medical and surgical experience under guidance of world-renowned experts.
We Specialize in All your Eye Care Needs
From routine examinations, general eye care and wellness to delicate eye surgeries, Drs. Hendricks, Bolton. Balkan and Al-Dujaili offer the following specialties:
- LASIK/Vision Correction
- Cataract surgery
- Corneal Disease
- Glaucoma
- Retina, including macular degeneration and diabetes management
- Neuro Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Ophthalmology
We are Board Certified and Experienced.
All of the doctors at New Orleans Eye Specialists are fully board certified and have been in practice for more than 20 years.
We Offer Advanced Technology
New Orleans Eye Specialists offer unsurpassed clinical judgment, which is enhanced with the most advanced diagnostic, therapeutic and educational equipment. From custom LASIK equipment that corrects vision to premium cataract lens implants, Drs. Hendricks, Bolton. Balkan and Al-Dujaili are outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment that offers their patients the best results.
We Offer Close Personal Attention
Patients frequently comment on the close personal attention they receive at each visit and in our full service optical shop and contact lens department. The doctors and staff place great emphasis on thorough communication in understandable, familiar language. Drs. Hendricks, Bolton. Balkan and Al-Dujaili want their patients to feel comfortable during their eye examinations and to understand any diagnoses and treatments that might result.
We are Your Doctor’s Eye Doctors
Many of the most prominent internists, optometrists and primary care physicians in the New Orleans area choose Drs. Hendricks, Bolton. Balkan and Al-Dujaili for the medical and surgical care of their own eyesight.