Summary

Dr. Frederick Kushner is a cardiovascular disease specialist with over five decades of experience caring for patients with heart and vascular conditions. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. With 52 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Kushner brings extensive knowledge to his specialty field. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kushner practices at Ochsner Medical Center-West Bank and sees patients in Marrero, Louisiana. His expertise includes treating high cholesterol and familial lipid disorders, helping patients manage these conditions that can significantly impact heart health. He also specializes in caring for children and teens with high cholesterol. Dr. Kushner performs diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms and chemistry panels to evaluate heart function and overall cardiovascular health. Patients rate him 3.9 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 52 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

West Jefferson Heart Clinic of Louisiana NOPS

1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste N613Marrero, LA 70072
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

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients
3.9 
52 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Marrero , LANEW ORLEANS , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Frederick Kushner

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.

Medical Specialties

Frederick Kushner has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Frederick Kushner has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Coronary Artery Angioplasty & Stent
  • Coronary Artery Bypass (Heart Bypass)
  • Coronary Disease
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1974.

NPI Number

Frederick Kushner's NPI number is 1649236381.

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Frederick Kushner speaks English and Spanish.
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Frederick Kushner is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center-West Bank.

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