Dr. George Fivgas, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 57

Ophthalmology*

Dr. George Fivgas, MD is an ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. George Fivgas, MD

Practice

7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 3000 Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 765-6565

Accepting new patients

(225) 765-6565

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fivgas specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals

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Dr. Fivgas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fivgas

4.2
12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
17%
17%
1 star
8%
8%

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I highly recommend Dr Fivgas He’s a miracle worker
I recently had a 6 month appointment with a different Dr. What should have been a routine appointment became -quite the opposite! Suddenly, my initial Dr. ran out of the room, as I had a detached & torn Retina.She called Dr. Fivgas just in time! He wasin his car, preparing to go home and immediately returned to his office to examine my eye and prepare me for Emergency Surgery!He answered all of my questions and continued to reassure me that all wasgoing to be fine. Dr. Fivgas is my miracleworker!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Carole Montgomery – Oct 14, 2023
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He rushes in and out and has a terrible bed side manner. My mother received a devastating diagnosis and is being treated for advanced macular degeneration. She asked a simple question and his answer was very condescending which was bad enough but he actually yelled at her!!! He has NO compassion and is very disrespectful!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Oct 24, 2019
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I am very lucky to have had this doctor when I was found to have a macular hole. Then I was unlucky to have a macular hole in the other eye within a few months, and I was fortunate a second time by having the best specialist in Baton Rouge. He repaired both with success. He is empathetic and takes time to explain and answer questions. Obviously, he has the knowledge, experience and success record to warrant my recommendation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Karen in Baton Rouge, LA – Oct 25, 2018
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Dr. Fivgas was very patient and explained things to me in laymen terms and even though his office was obviously very busy, he did a thorough exam, patiently answered my questions and explained things well to me. I had what was potentially an urgent issue and they worked me and were very pleasant even though me being there I'm sure interfered with their daily schedule. Very appreciative to Dr. Fivgas and his staff. Highly recommend him as a doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
Helpful
KS in Baton Rouge, LA – Jun 28, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. George Fivgas, MD is an ophthalmologist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ochsner University...read more

  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Uab Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • Emory University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1998

  • Emory University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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More than three years ago
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

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Focus on Wet Macular Degeneration

Locations

Practice

Office7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 3000 Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Office7539 Corporate Blvd Ste 100 Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Practice

Office5000 Odonavan Blvd Ste 407 Walker, LA 70785
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Practice

Eye Medical Center Apmc7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 4000 Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Woman's Hospital

    100 Womans Way
    Baton Rouge, LA 70817

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics

    2390 W Congress St
    Lafayette, LA 70506
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd
    Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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