Summary

Dr. Mark Effron is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned his medical degree from The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He completed both his internship and residency at Northwestern University in 1981, followed by a fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1984. With 48 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine, Dr. Effron brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He provides care in English.

Dr. Effron practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. He specializes in treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension. His diagnostic expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to assess heart function and conducting chemistry panels along with creatinine tests to evaluate kidney health. Patients have given Dr. Effron an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 48 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Mark B Effron

1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121

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Cardiovascular DiseasePsychiatryNurse PractitionerDiagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
48 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
New Orleans , LANEW ORLEANS , LAKenner , LANEW ORLEANS , LA
Med School: The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark B Effron

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark B Effron has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark B Effron has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

The Johns Hopkins Hospital1984

Residency

Northwestern University1981

Internship

Northwestern University1981

Medical School

The Johns Hopkins School of MedicineGraduated in 1978

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Mark Effron's office located?
Dr. Mark Effron's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Mark Effron affiliated with?
Dr. Mark Effron is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.
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