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4 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Leithead is a surgeon who earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. With 16 years of experience in surgical practice, he focuses on general surgery with particular expertise in procedures that help patients with weight management and digestive health concerns.
Dr. Leithead practices across multiple locations in Louisiana, including Covington, Slidell, Metairie, and New Orleans. He treats patients dealing with obesity and weight-related health issues, as well as those experiencing fatigue and high blood pressure. His surgical expertise includes upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and various pathology procedures that help diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Leithead practices across multiple locations in Louisiana, including Covington, Slidell, Metairie, and New Orleans. He treats patients dealing with obesity and weight-related health issues, as well as those experiencing fatigue and high blood pressure. His surgical expertise includes upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and various pathology procedures that help diagnose and treat digestive conditions. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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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
- 1 board certification
- 13 office locations
- Male
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
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| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | 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 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
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 2010
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- Dr. James Leithead's office is located at 7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd Ste 200, Covington, LA, 70433.
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