Dr. Brian L. Pettiford, MD | New Orleans, LA | Oncology

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Dr. Brian Pettiford is an oncology and surgery specialist who has dedicated three decades to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed both his residency and fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, finishing his fellowship in 2003. Dr. Pettiford communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Pettiford practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. He specializes in treating various forms of lung cancer, including both non-small cell and small cell lung cancer. His surgical expertise includes performing brain tumor biopsies and conducting pathology tests to help diagnose and guide treatment decisions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.3

22 Ratings
30 years of experience
speaks English
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
6 written reviews
3 specialties
9 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
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Dr Pettiford is exceptional, he is an excellent communicator, he is considerate and always willing to answer questions and explain the information provided during consultation. I have been extremely satisfied with Dr. Pettiford- the treatment he has provided and with the follow up care I have received.

August 20th, 2022

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I think he is very kwodledge

June 14th, 2022

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Dr. Pettiford is warm and welcoming, and above all, he is one superb doctor! His physician’s assistants, Camille and Catherine went above and beyond to accommodate my husband!! Overall, it felt as though we were dealing with family…their love and concern were exemplary!

September 9th, 2021

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Overall opinion,he was rude when questioned about seeking treatment at another hospital after surgery. As a spouse, I wanted to make sure we got the best ongoing treatment. We are talking about lung cancer, so you only get one shot at getting it right. We also felt that pain issues were dismissed after release from the hospital. If York had more thoracic surgeons he might not have been who we choose. Very good with the surgery part, but feel the aftercare and emotional issues are not given any consideration.

September 26th, 2011

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Dr. Pettiford is an excellant doctor and surgeon, saved my life from cancer. His office is lacking in their professionalism i.e. when you call you get answering machine and call back hours later. Follow up appts. have to be scheduled by yourself.

June 1st, 2010

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This Surgeons bedside manor was poor. He would stand in the door with his arms folded and was very evasive when questions were asked. He was very slow to contact my husband pre operation to explain the procedure and when he did contact him he was very rude and did not take the time to explain the procedure. Post operation my husband stated he was very "stand offish" and seemed to be in a hurry and did not want to answer questions. 10 minutes later he met him in the hall carrying a lunch tray and he was rude to him then as well.Overall this was a poor experience and I would not reccomend him as a cardiothoracic surgeon.

March 11th, 2010

Dr. Brian L Pettiford

1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121

Tel: (504) 842-3966


Dr. Brian L Pettiford, MD	Dr. Hamid Massiha, MD	Dr. John Christian Holtrop, MD	Holly Anne Mcnab
Oncology	Plastic Surgery	Plastic Surgery	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.3 (22 Ratings)	3.7 (32 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	60 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English			Speaks English
New Orleans , LA	Metairie , LA	New Orleans , LA	New Orleans , LA
Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine	Med School: Tehran University Of Medical Sciences	Med School: Central Michigan University College Of Medicine
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Aneurysm
Deep Vein Thrombosis
Diabetes Complications
General Surgeon
Lung Cancer
Oncologist
Pneumonectomy (Lung removal)
Varicose Veins
Vascular Malformations

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center2003

Residency

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center2001

Medical School

University of Pittsburgh School of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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