Dr. Candice Abuso, MD | Harvey, LA | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Candice Abuso is an internal medicine and family medicine physician who brings nearly three decades of experience to their practice. They earned their medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed residency training at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. With 29 years in practice, Dr. Abuso provides comprehensive care for patients across all age groups. They are fluent in Spanish, Vietnamese, and English, allowing them to serve diverse communities.

Dr. Abuso practices at West Jefferson Medical Center in Harvey, Louisiana, where they focus on preventive care and chronic disease management. They specialize in treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension. Their expertise includes performing lipid panels, cholesterol screenings, and creatinine tests to monitor heart and kidney health. Patients rate Dr. Abuso 4.4 out of 5 stars, reflecting their commitment to quality care and patient …satisfaction.

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accepting new patients
4.4

48 Ratings
29 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English
University Of Tennessee Health Science Center
20 written reviews
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

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Dr Abuso was great - very thorough, pleasant, took the time to talk to me and very good follow up from office. I have seen her multiple times am always pleased.

December 30th, 2017

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I really liked Dr. Abuso! She was prompt, very nice and answered all of my questions! I was nervous about seeing a doctor but she made me feel at ease.

September 12th, 2016

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Dr Abuso gave me exceptional care. She spent a lot of time with me to make sure I understood what was going on and her treatment plan. Was very smart, kind and approachable. Was refreshing to meet a doctor like her.

June 15th, 2015

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I was very pleased with my visit with Dr. Abuso. She was very thorough in talking to me about the reason for my visit. She was very knowledgeable and made me feel comfortable talking to her. I felt like I was able to ask the questions that I had and she was very nice about explaining everything to me and put me at ease. I will definitely return to her with my medical issues. Office was very comfortable and staff was nice too!

June 15th, 2015

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Excellent doctor with a great personality.

April 24th, 2015

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Knowledgable, puntual, and professional.

April 12th, 2015

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always talks and answers your questions. never rushes you. very very pleasant...

March 24th, 2015

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Have been her patient for many years, she is always wonderful! Staff is too.

March 19th, 2015

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I just love Dr. Abuso! She was very thorough, friendly and concerned my well being.

January 12th, 2015

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Excellent physician - I unequivocally trust her medical opinion. Each time that I visited with her I was totally satisfied with the quality of medical care

February 18th, 2014

West Jefferson Medical Center Primary Care - Manhattan

2845 Manhattan BlvdHarvey, LA 70058

Tel: (504) 349-6930

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. Candice Abuso, MD	Dr. Sevetri Moore Guillaume, MD	Dr. Ahmed G. Mohiuddin, MD	Dr. Helen Badie, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (48 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)	4 (1 Rating)	0 (0 Ratings)
29 Years of Experience	44 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	39 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Harvey , LA	SHREVEPORT , LA	New Orleans , LA	New Orleans , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport	Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine	Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

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University Of Tennessee Health Science Center

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 1997

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Which hospitals is Dr. Candice Abuso affiliated with?: Dr. Candice Abuso is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Candice Abuso speak?: Dr. Candice Abuso speaks Spanish, Vietnamese, and English.

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