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Dr. Richard Bessent, MD

Dr. Richard Bessent, MD

Ophthalmology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Bessent, MD is an ophthalmologist in Covington, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Avala Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

1120 N Highway 190 Covington, LA 70433
(985) 893-5777

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bessent 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. Bessent's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bessent

4.1

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
15%
15%

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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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DMA – May 19, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Cynthia Peltier – Dec 04, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Ann Moores in Covington , LA – Sep 20, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
14 people found this helpful
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Hammond, LA – Apr 05, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Bessent, MD is an ophthalmologist in Covington, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Avala Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • 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.

  • Tulane University Hospital And Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • Vanderbilt University

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Thomas Terrell McGinn JR OD LLC1120 N Highway 190 Covington, LA 70433
1

Practice

Office222 Veterans Blvd Denham Springs, LA 70726
2

Practice

Bond Wroten Eye Clinic60007 W Way Dr Amite, LA 70422
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Avala Hospital

    67252 Industry Ln
    Covington, LA 70433
    Recipient of 5
    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

    View all awards

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

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

    3% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital

    42570 S Airport Rd
    Hammond, LA 70403
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St
    Covington, LA 70433
    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

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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