Ellen Schneider, M.D.

Ellen Schneider, M.D. Eye Physician and Surgeon
Advanced Cataract Surgery Dr. Ellen Schneider has two locations, one in Slidell and the other in Metairie.

Since 1991, Dr. Ellen Schneider has been providing the highest quality medical and surgical eye care in the Greater New Orleans area. The collaborative teamwork between Dr. Ellen Schneider and her staff creates a professional and caring atmosphere. Dr. Ellen Schneider is committed to providing the most advanced technology combined with the state of the art equipment in preserving your precious gift of sight. Dr. Ellen Schneider, refractive cataract surgery specialist, has improved the vision of thousands of patients earning the reputation as a superbly skilled cataract surgeon. Dr. Ellen Schneider offers cataract surgery in Slidell and Metairie. We welcome you to our practice and look forward to helping you achieve your best potential vision.

🚨 This is exactly why Dr. Schneider tells her patients who wear contact lenses NOT to shower, swim or go into a hot tub ...
07/22/2024

🚨 This is exactly why Dr. Schneider tells her patients who wear contact lenses NOT to shower, swim or go into a hot tub wearing contact lenses. πŸ‘

What to know about Fuchs' Dystrophy:
07/29/2023

What to know about Fuchs' Dystrophy:

Symptoms, causes and treatments of Fuchs' dystrophy

A short video from Mayo Clinic on the importance of wearing sunglasses: πŸ•ΆοΈ
07/27/2023

A short video from Mayo Clinic on the importance of wearing sunglasses: πŸ•ΆοΈ



Sunglasses safeguard your eyes from damaging ultraviolet radiation. They also help protect the eyes from cataract formation. As Mayo Clinic dermatologist Dr....

What causes those bags under your eyes? What can you do about it? Read the article below to find out!
07/25/2023

What causes those bags under your eyes? What can you do about it? Read the article below to find out!

Bags under our eyes are caused by sagging skin. Certain home remedies can help lessen or eliminate the puffiness of bags and the appearance of shadows.

Did you know that UV rays can cause the early onset of cataracts? Cataracts are a natural part of aging and cannot be pr...
07/21/2023

Did you know that UV rays can cause the early onset of cataracts? Cataracts are a natural part of aging and cannot be prevented; however, they can be delayed by wearing sunglasses and a hat outdoors, keeping diabetes under control, not smoking, a eating healthy diet, and exercising regularly. πŸ•ΆοΈ πŸ‘’ 🧒

07/17/2023

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Here are a few factors that can cause someone to have increased photosensitivity in an individual:
07/15/2023

Here are a few factors that can cause someone to have increased photosensitivity in an individual:

UV rays reflect off of the water as they do snow causing an increased level of exposure. This increased eye exposure to ...
07/13/2023

UV rays reflect off of the water as they do snow causing an increased level of exposure. This increased eye exposure to UV rays can lead to photokeratitis or sunburn of the eye. This can be prevented by wearing sunglasses and a hat at times when engaging in water activities. πŸ•Ά πŸ‘’ 🧒 πŸŠβ€β™€οΈ πŸš£β€β™‚οΈ 🀿



Photokeratitis (including snow blindness) is a painful eye condition that occurs when your eye is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays, either from the sun or a man-made source. Photokeratitis is like hav

Yikes! 😰Falls are preventable! Keeping your glasses prescription up to date and keeping your home well-lit are a few pre...
07/10/2023

Yikes! 😰

Falls are preventable! Keeping your glasses prescription up to date and keeping your home well-lit are a few precautions you can take to protect yourself or your loved ones from falls. See the full list of precautions in the article below:

A new study finds that hospitalizations of people who had eye trauma rose by 18 percent over 13 years. Most of the increase was due to falls among people over age 65. But there are simple things you c

July is UV Safety Month! Summer is in full swing and it is hot! πŸ₯΅ It's just as important to protect your eyes from the s...
07/07/2023

July is UV Safety Month!

Summer is in full swing and it is hot! πŸ₯΅

It's just as important to protect your eyes from the sun as it is to protect your skin. Just like your skin, your eyes can get sunburned and develop growths and cancers from long-term sun exposure. Make sure to wear a hat and sunglasses when engaging in outdoor activities and don't forget to stay hydrated! πŸ‘’πŸ§’ πŸ•Άβ˜€οΈπŸš°



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07/04/2023

Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!!! πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ πŸŽ†

Love,
Dr. Schneider & Staff

Address

2364 Gause Boulevard East Suite 101
Slidell, LA
70461

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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