Summary

Dr. Howard Hirsch is an orthopedic surgeon who graduated from Brown University before earning his medical degree from Brown University as well. He completed his internship at University of California San Francisco Medical Center, followed by residency training at both University of California San Francisco Medical Center and University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. Dr. Hirsch further specialized through fellowship training at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. With four decades of surgical experience, he is fluent in both French and English.

Dr. Hirsch practices at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Luling, Louisiana. His expertise focuses on treating conditions such as osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, helping patients manage joint pain and mobility issues. He performs procedures including physical therapy guidance and strength training programs to help patients regain function and reduce discomfort. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 40 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks French, English
  • University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Howard Scott Hirsch

1057 Paul Maillard RdLuling, LA 70070

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
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40 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Luling , LAMetairie , LAMetairie , LAMarrero , LA
Med School: Brown University Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Scott Hirsch

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Scott Hirsch has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Scott Hirsch has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Joint Surgery (Joint Prosthesis Implantation Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Reconstructive Surgical Procedures

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine1993

Residency

University of Oklahoma1992
University of Oklahoma Health Sci Center1992
University of California San Francisco Medical Center1988

Internship

University of California San Francisco Medical Center1987

Medical School

Brown UniversityGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Hirsch affiliated with?
Dr. Howard Hirsch is affiliated with Sturdy Memorial Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Howard Hirsch speak?
Dr. Howard Hirsch speaks French and English.
Does Dr. Howard Hirsch accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Howard Hirsch has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Hirsch?
You can find contact information for Dr. Howard Hirsch here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Howard Hirsch accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Howard Hirsch accepts on their Vitals profile.

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