Summary

Dr. Dwight Mckenna is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. With six decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to comprehensive primary care. He speaks English fluently with his patients.

Dr. Mckenna practices in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he provides care for a wide range of health conditions. His clinical expertise includes managing type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. He also specializes in treating diabetic nephropathy, helping patients manage kidney complications related to diabetes. Patients rate Dr. Mckenna 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 60 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Meharry Medical College
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Mckenna General Medical Corporation

1827 Gentilly BlvdNew Orleans, LA 70119
Mon8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 2:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.5 
60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Vietnamese Speaks English, Spanish
New Orleans , LANew Orleans , LAMetairie , LASugar Land , TX
Med School: Meharry Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dwight Lawrence Mckenna

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • EverCare
  • EverCare - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Travelers
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dwight Lawrence Mckenna has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dwight Lawrence Mckenna has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

Dr. Dwight Lawrence Mckenna holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Meharry Medical College and Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1966.

NPI Number

Dr. Mckenna's NPI number is 1316056419.

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Dr. Dwight Mckenna speaks English.
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Dr. Dwight Mckenna's office is located at 1827 Gentilly Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70119.
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