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Dr. Terrell Hemelt, MD

Dr. Terrell Hemelt, MD

Ophthalmology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Terrell Hemelt, MD is an ophthalmologist in Slidell, LA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Our Lady of the Angels Hospital and Highland Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2243 Gause Blvd E Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 643-6355

At a Glance

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

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hemelt

3.8

12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
0%
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2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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EAM – Sep 11, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Sheree in Slidell, LA – Dec 15, 2016
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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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D Jessup in Slidell, LA – Oct 20, 2016
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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
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nancy L in Waveland, Ms – Jan 23, 2016
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About Me

biography

I have been serving the wonderful people of Slidell since 2000.  Originally from New Orleans, attended LSU Baton Rouge (Geaux Tigers!), LSU School of Medicine for my medical degree and then 4 year residency at Ochsner in Ophthalmology. ...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ochsner Clin Ochsner Med Found

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Ochsner Med Found

    Internship Hospital, 1997

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996

  • Lsu Baton Rouge

    Undergraduate School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Northlake Eye Center Apmc2243 Gause Blvd E Slidell, LA 70461
1

Practice

Sterling Surgical Hospital989 Robert Blvd Slidell, LA 70458
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sterling Surgical Hospital

    989 Robert Blvd
    Slidell, LA 70458
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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

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    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

    89%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
    Recipient of 6
    hospital 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

  • Our Lady of the Angels Hospital

    433 Plaza St
    Bogalusa, LA 70427
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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.

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    11% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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