4.4
7 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Herschel D. Vargas, MD, specializes in colon and rectal surgical oncology at Ochsner Health. They have a focus in the surgical treatment of colon, rectal and anal cancers like adenocarcinomas, carcinoid tumors, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, lymphoma and sarcomas.
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 20 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Shady Hospital
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 3 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
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Office Location
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| Herschel David Vargas, MD | Dr. Nathan Phillip Hite, MD | Dr. William Cirocco | Joshua David Parks, MD |
| Colorectal Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Colorectal Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 38 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 23 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 | |
| Covington , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | Covington , LA | Covington , LA |
| Med School: The University of Virginia Health System | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Tennessee College of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Herschel David Vargas
Medical Specialties
Herschel David Vargas has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Herschel David Vargas has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Herschel David Vargas 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 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Shady Hospital in 1997 and Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office in 1995.
Residency
Completed their residency at Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office in 1995, Lehigh Valley Hospital Center in 1994, and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - GME in 1989.
Internship
Completed their internship at Shadyside Hospital in 1989 and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center-Shadyside Hospital in 1989.
Medical School
Graduated from The University of Virginia Health System in 1988.
NPI Number
Herschel David Vargas' NPI number is 1376507418.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Herschel Vargas?
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- Does Herschel Vargas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Herschel Vargas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Herschel Vargas speak?
- Herschel Vargas speaks English.
- Where is Herschel Vargas's office located?
- Herschel Vargas's office is located at 900 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA, 70433.
- Which hospitals is Herschel Vargas affiliated with?
- Herschel Vargas is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.
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