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Summary
Dr. Carl Rigby is a thoracic and vascular surgeon with nearly five decades of experience treating complex cardiovascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has dedicated 49 years to advancing surgical care for patients with serious heart and vascular disorders. Dr. Rigby speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his surgical practice.
Dr. Rigby practices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and maintains affiliations with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including cases specifically affecting women, and addresses myocardial ischemia through advanced surgical techniques. His procedural expertise includes coronary artery bypass surgery, minimally-invasive heart procedures, and off-pump bypass operations that can reduce recovery time for patients.
Dr. Rigby practices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and maintains affiliations with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease, including cases specifically affecting women, and addresses myocardial ischemia through advanced surgical techniques. His procedural expertise includes coronary artery bypass surgery, minimally-invasive heart procedures, and off-pump bypass operations that can reduce recovery time for patients.
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Quick Facts
- 49 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Carl Swayze Rigby has 2 locationsOur Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808 Tel: (225) 765-6565
Our Lady of the Lake Physician Group Cardiothoracic Surgery
7777 Hennessy Blvd Ste 8001Baton Rouge, LA 70808Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Carl Swayze Rigby, MD | Dr. Madeline Moore Dills, MD | Dr. Edward Craig Facundus | Dr. Terry Chris Stelly, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Vascular Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| 49 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Baton Rouge , LA | New Orleans , LA | BATON ROUGE , LA | Baton Rouge , LA |
| Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Carl Swayze Rigby has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Carl Swayze Rigby has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
49 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1981
University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1977
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- Dr. Carl Rigby is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City.
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- Dr. Carl Rigby speaks English.
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