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Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD

Optometrist

Elumelu Optometry

8040 SAINT CHARLES AVE, New Orleans, LA 70118(504) 866-63119 years practicing
71/100
NPI1043733033

Is Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD a Good Optometrist?

Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD has a trust score of 71/100 — a solid, above-average rating for optometrists in New Orleans. With 9 years of practice (below the area average of 14), they are relatively early in their career but past the initial years.

The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Elumelu's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.

What is a general optometrist?

General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.

When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.

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Trust Verification

  • NPI Active
  • License Active
  • No Disciplinary Actions
  • Credentials Verified
  • Established Practice
  • Focus Verified

Eye care in New Orleans, LA

New Orleans has 49 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 14 years in practice, and 48 focused on optometrist. Louisiana optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Louisiana State Board of Optometry Examiners, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.

Peer Comparison

9

Years practicing

14

Avg in New Orleans

49

Optometrists in New Orleans

OD

Credential

Before your appointment

  • Confirm Elumelu's license is active and unrestricted with the Louisiana board (link on this page).
  • Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
  • Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
  • Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
  • Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD a licensed optometrist?

Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1043733033) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Louisiana State Board of Optometry Examiners — verify current standing using the link on this page.

How experienced is Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD?

Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD has approximately 9 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in New Orleans has about 14 years. There are 49 optometrists in New Orleans, including 48 with a optometrist focus.

Where is Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD located?

Dr. Jennifer Elumelu, OD practices at Elumelu Optometry, 8040 SAINT CHARLES AVE, New Orleans, LA 70118. Phone: (504) 866-6311.

Verify License & Discipline

License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Louisiana State Board of Optometry Examiners, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Elumelu's current standing at the source:

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Quick Facts

Focus
Optometrist
Credential
OD
Gender
Female
NPI Since
07/21/2017

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