Summary

Dr. Jerald Zakem is a rheumatologist who has dedicated more than five decades to caring for patients with arthritis and autoimmune conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at the University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1977. Dr. Zakem then pursued specialized fellowship training in rheumatology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine's Division of Rheumatology, completing his training in 1979. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Zakem practices in New Orleans, Louisiana, and maintains hospital privileges at Slidell Memorial Hospital East. His clinical expertise centers on treating rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain, and osteoarthritis. He utilizes various diagnostic approaches including blood tests and immunology studies to evaluate patients' conditions. Patients have given Dr. Zakem an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 52 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of South Florida College of Medicine - Division of Rheumatology
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Jerald M Zakem

1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121

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RheumatologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineRheumatology
Accepts New Patients
3.2 
3.8 
3.8 
52 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
New Orleans , LANew Orleans , LAMetairie , LAMETAIRIE , LA
Med School: Univ. of Louisville School of Medicine Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jerald M Zakem

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Peoples Health
  • Travelers
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jerald M Zakem has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jerald M Zakem has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of South Florida College of Medicine - Division of Rheumatology1979

Residency

University of South Florida College of Medicine1977

Internship

University of South Florida Coll of Med.1975

Medical School

Univ. of Louisville School of MedicineGraduated in 1974

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Dr. Jerald Zakem speaks English.
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Dr. Jerald Zakem is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital East.
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Dr. Jerald Zakem's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121.

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