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George Ellis

George Ellis, MD

Average provider rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars31 Ratings, 15 Reviews

Ophthalmology

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Children 0-11
  • Teens 12-17
  • Young Adults 18-21

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About

I specialize in Ophthalmology. I became a healthcare provider because I love being able to help people when they have challenging medical issues. I enjoy being able to understand the problem not only scientifically but from the patient's perspective, develop a plan of action and then explain the entire process to the family and patient. My patients can count on me to provide extraordinary care because I pride myself on being able to put myself in the patient or family's shoes. To really explain things to them in ways they can understand, and give expert, reasoned, experienced care. My little something extra: I'm a devoted Saints and Pelicans fan, and love going to the games!

Insurances Accepted

Locations

  1. Ophthalmology - Children's Hospital Main Campus
  2. Ophthalmology - Children's Hospital Pediatrics & Specialty Care 33rd Street
  3. Ophthalmology - Children's Hospital Main Campus

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Children Hospital, 1983
  • Fellowship: The James H. Hall Eye Center, 1983
  • Fellowship: Children's Hospital National Medical Center, 1983
  • Fellowship: Duke University Eye Center, 1982
  • Residency: Duke Univ. Medical Ctr, 1981
  • Residency: LSU School of Medicine, 1978
  • Medical Education: Tulane University School of Medicine, 1977

Board Certifications

  • Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology

Reviews

4.8 of 5 stars

31 Ratings, 15 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2026

    Very friendly and helpful nurse Doctor Ellis was thorough and addressed my questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2026

    This has always been a very important hospital or clinic for me and my family.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2026

    Dr. Ellis is very knowledgeable and fantastic working with [patient name]. Thank you, Dr. Ellis.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2026

    Staff very friendly and professional. The doctor and his resident were very professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and kind in their manner. I have confidence that I have received high quality work from everyone. There is one problem, that would prevent me from recommending this department to my friends, and that is that it took a very long time after the tech checked my vision before the doctor and resident came to see me in the room. I was at the clinic for three hours. During this time, I probably spent nearly an hour with the doctor and resident, after about 30 or 40 minutes with the tech. In between, I waited well over an hour before the doctor and resident came to see me. It could be that the doctor and resident were spending an hour with another patient. I very much valued the hour they spent seeing me and working on updating my prescription. My question is, could there be a different way to organize the schedule so there is not so much waiting time? Maybe I should see the tech one day and come back the next week just to see the doctor and his resident. Or maybe there is another way to handle the time spent at the office. Don't get me wrong-my opinion of the quality of the medical consultation I received is very high. But it concerns me that there was so much wasted time during my visit. Thanks for listening.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2026

    Dr. Ellis provided the most kind, caring service and follow-up for my son. It was much appreciated for what could be a very unsettling situation for him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2026

    Excellent doctor who spent all the time necessary to refract my eyes for prism glasses.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2026

    Efficient prompt care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2026

    The waiting period between nurse visit and doc visit was ridiculously too long. There's no reading material in the rooms.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2026

    From the moment I set foot in the door I had a very positive experience . Everyone was kind and professional.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/31/2026

    My appointment was at 2:30 I didn't leave until 5:03

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/16/2026

    Perfect care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2026

    We LOVE Dr. Ellis!! He saved my son's site and continues to care about his vision and health. Childrens is a Blessing!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2026

    My daughter really loved her experience in the facility

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    I waited almost 2.5 hrs. It's ok. I believe it you don't have to wait for a doctor or a seat in a restaurant you should heed that as a warning and leave. Dr Ellis is extremely smart.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr. Ellis is the best doctor. He's been taking care of my baby since she was one years old, and we are just pleased and ecstatic to have him in our lives. Thank you.