Dr. Gwen Cousins

OphthalmologyRetina Specialist
Metairie, LA
(504) 456-9061
Accepts Medicare

Location

1 Galleria Blvd Ste 900
Metairie, LA 70001

Areas of Expertise

Intravitreal Injections
Macular Degeneration
Retinal Diseases
Retinal Laser Surgery
Vitreous Disorders
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About Me

Dr. Gwen Cousins is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal diseases and surgery. She treats a wide range of conditions affecting the retina, macula, and vitreous, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal detachment, and macular edema. Dr. Cousins is committed to providing advanced care using the latest diagnostic technology and treatment options such as laser surgery, drug therapy, and microsurgery.

In addition to her clinical practice at Retina Associates in Metairie, Dr. Cousins is an active researcher, participating in clinical trials focused on retinal diseases. She is on staff at East Jefferson General Hospital and Sterling Surgical Hospital. With a strong background in academic excellence, Dr. Cousins brings a compassionate and thorough approach to eye care, ensuring patients receive personalized treatment plans for their vision needs.

Training

  • in Vitreoretinal Surgery

    The Foundation for Retinal Research

    Fellowship
  • Internship in Medicine

    Ochsner Hospital

    Residency
  • in Ophthalmology

    Louisiana State University Health and Science Center

    Residency
  • Doctor of Medicine

    Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport

    Medical School
  • Louisiana State University

    Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

    Louisiana State University

    Undergraduate

Awards & Honors

  • Slaughter Academic Scholarship

    Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

  • Outstanding Performance in Medical Microbiology Award

    Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

  • Louisiana Honor Scholar Scholarship

    Louisiana State University

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
LA
License Numbers
024983