Summary

Dr. Melvin Almodovar is a cardiovascular disease specialist who focuses on pediatric heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Children's Hospital. With 33 years of experience treating young patients with complex cardiac conditions, Dr. Almodovar has developed deep expertise in caring for children with serious heart problems.

Dr. Almodovar practices at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital and sees patients in New Orleans, Louisiana. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease and hypoplastic left heart syndrome, conditions that affect babies born with heart defects. His expertise also includes caring for children with Eisenmenger syndrome, a complex heart and lung condition. Dr. Almodovar performs therapeutic hypothermia, a specialized treatment that helps protect the heart and brain during certain medical procedures. Patients rate him 5.0 out of 5 stars for his compassionate care.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 33 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • Childrens Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Manning Family Childrens

200 Henry Clay AveNew Orleans, LA 70118

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Cardiovascular DiseasePediatricsPediatricsPediatrics
Accepts New Patients
33 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
New Orleans , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melvin Carmen Almodovar

  • Aetna
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melvin Carmen Almodovar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melvin Carmen Almodovar has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Childrens Hospital

Medical School

Stanford University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Dr. Melvin Almodovar's office is located at 200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70118.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Melvin Almodovar affiliated with?
Dr. Melvin Almodovar is affiliated with JOHNS HOPKINS ALL CHILDRENS HOSPITAL.

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