Dr. James M. Rooney, MD | Metairie, LA | Internal Medicine

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Dr. James Rooney specializes in internal medicine, bringing over three decades of expertise to adult healthcare. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. With 34 years of experience in practice, Dr. Rooney has developed extensive knowledge in diagnosing and treating a wide range of adult health conditions. He provides care in English to patients throughout the region.

Dr. Rooney practices at affiliated hospitals including East Jefferson General Hospital, Tulane Lakeside Hospital For Women And Children, and Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital, with his primary location in Metairie, Louisiana. His clinical focus includes treating joint pain and sleep disorders, including sleep apnea in both adults and children. He utilizes comprehensive diagnostic approaches such as complete blood count testing to evaluate patient health. Patients have rated Dr. Rooney 4.3 out of 5 stars for his …compassionate care and medical expertise.

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accepting new patients
4.3

27 Ratings
34 years of experience
speaks English
Lsu Health Sciences
8 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
3 hospital affiliations
1 office location
Male

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Dr. Rooney is a very caring Doctor with a bedside manner. He is very nice and very attentive to my problems. A friend of mine recommended him and I am very satisfied and grateful having Dr. Rooney as my primary Doctor.

September 28th, 2016

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I've been going to him for years. Always has been pleasant.

October 20th, 2015

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Dr. Rooney looks at and listens to his patients. He is very compassionate and a caring bedside manner.

October 16th, 2015

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Best doctor I have seen. Makes me feel comfortable.

May 6th, 2015

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His staff is very rude and should find another workplace b/c they are so miserable. He will tell you want you want to hear but not aggressive in treatment. Nice guy but i'm always disappointed with following up when he says he will be in touch. Wait time has increased with every visit.

October 5th, 2012

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very personable, shortest wait time I've ever experienced, concerned, caring, listens, informative

July 15th, 2011

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awesome doctor!!

January 7th, 2011

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I have been going to this doctor for approx. 9 years & he is such a great docter. He takes his time w/you & lets you speak & does not rush you.

November 22nd, 2009

South Shore Medical Associates Inc

3939 Houma Blvd Ste 228Metairie, LA 70006

Tel: (504) 779-5678

Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. James Michael Rooney, MD	Dr. Helen Badie, MD	Dr. Ahmed G. Mohiuddin, MD	Dr. Pedro Nelson Romaguera, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (1 Rating)	4.3 (19 Ratings)
34 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience	16 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	Speaks English, Spanish
Metairie , LA	New Orleans , LA	New Orleans , LA	Metairie , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans	Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine	Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 1992

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Where is Dr. James Rooney's office located?: Dr. James Rooney's office is located at 3939 Houma Blvd Ste 228, Metairie, LA, 70006.
Is Dr. James Rooney accepting new patients?: Dr. James Rooney is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Rooney's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Rooney affiliated with?: Dr. James Rooney is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Tulane Lakeside Hospital For Women And Children, and Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital.
Does Dr. James Rooney accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Rooney has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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