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4 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Leithead treats obesity and overweight, fatigue, and hypertension, and performs laparoscopy, upper GI endoscopy, and sleeve gastrectomy. He practices surgery with 16 years of experience.
Dr. Leithead earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and sees patients in Covington, Slidell, Metairie, and New Orleans, Louisiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Leithead 5 out of 5.
Dr. Leithead earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and sees patients in Covington, Slidell, Metairie, and New Orleans, Louisiana. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Leithead 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 16 years of experience
- 34 insurance plans accepted
- Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 13 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. James Leithead has 13 locationsSurgical Specialists Of Louisiana
7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd Ste 200Covington, LA 70433 Tel: (985) 234-3000
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Surgical Specialists Of Louisiana
3100 Galleria Dr Ste 300Metairie, LA 70001 Tel: (504) 541-9010
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
Lcmc University Medical Center
2001 Tulane AveNew Orleans, LA 70112 Tel: (504) 702-5700
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
Compare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. James Leithead III, MD | Dr. Bennett Boustany Fontenot | Dr. Christopher Lewes Lee | Dr. Diana L Gillmore, MD |
| Surgery | Plastic Surgery | Emergency Medicine | Plastic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 16 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 52 Years of Experience | 45 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 | Hammond , LA | Many , LA | Slidell , LA |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Leithead
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Leithead has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Leithead has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
Dr. James Leithead 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
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 2010.
NPI Number
Dr. Leithead's NPI number is 1437473469.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. James Leithead's office located?
- Dr. James Leithead's office is located at 7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd Ste 200, Covington, LA, 70433.
- Does Dr. James Leithead accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Leithead accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. James Leithead accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Leithead has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. James Leithead accepting new patients?
- Dr. James Leithead is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Leithead's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Leithead?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Leithead here on Vitals.
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