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Dr. James Ralston, MD

Ophthalmology*
3.1 (8)
Map Pin Small Pineville, LA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Ralston, MD

Dr. James Ralston, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Pineville, LA. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 42 years of experience. They graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS and is affiliated with CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Ralston an average 3.1 star rating.

Dr. Ralston works at Practice in Pineville, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Floaters, Glaucoma and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Ralston's Office Locations

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    65 Medical Park Blvd Ste 101, Pineville, LA 71360 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (318) 473-9958

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  • CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital

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    About Dr. James Ralston, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    • 42 years of experience
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    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1003891433
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS
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    Dr. James Ralston, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Ralston is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Ralston has seen patients for Floaters, Glaucoma and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Ralston on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Ralston. The overall rating for this provider is 3.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ralston.

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