Dr. Kyle V. Acosta is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in eyelid plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is the founder of Eyelid Plastic Surgery & Reconstructive Center in Covington, Louisiana, and holds active staff positions at multiple medical centers across the region. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Acosta also serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Tulane University Medical Center. He is a published researcher and frequent lecturer, recognized nationally for his clinical expertise and contributions to oculoplastic surgery. Dr. Acosta has been consistently named among America’s Top Ophthalmologists and Best Doctors in America.

Education & Training

• Fellowship – Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  Aventura, Florida | Preceptor: David P. Tenzel, M.D., F.A.C.S.
• Informal Fellowship – Ophthalmic Plastic & Orbital Oncology
  University of Tennessee / St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital | Memphis, TN
• Residency – Ophthalmology
  Tulane University Medical Center | New Orleans, Louisiana
• Research Fellowship – Clinical Ophthalmology
  Tulane University Medical Center | New Orleans, Louisiana
• Residency – Anesthesiology
  Ochsner Hospital and Clinic | Jefferson, Louisiana
• Internship – Internal Medicine
  Ochsner Medical Foundation Hospital | Jefferson, Louisiana
• Medical Degree (M.D.)
  Louisiana State University School of Medicine | New Orleans, Louisiana
• Bachelor of Science in Zoology / Basic Sciences
  Louisiana State University | Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  Honors: Alpha Epsilon Delta, Rho Sigma Rho, American Legion Award