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1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Sylvester specializes in family medicine and nuclear medicine, bringing 38 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine, where he built the foundation for his comprehensive approach to patient care. His dual specialization allows him to provide both primary care services and advanced diagnostic imaging expertise. Dr. Sylvester communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Sylvester practices at multiple locations throughout Louisiana, including Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Lakeview Regional Medical Center in Covington, as well as Rapid Urgent Care locations in both Covington and Amite. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His practice also emphasizes preventive care through services like flu testing, COVID-19 testing, and adult immunizations. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sylvester's care highly, giving him …an average rating of 5.0.
Read More Read less Dr. Sylvester practices at multiple locations throughout Louisiana, including Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Lakeview Regional Medical Center in Covington, as well as Rapid Urgent Care locations in both Covington and Amite. He focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His practice also emphasizes preventive care through services like flu testing, COVID-19 testing, and adult immunizations. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sylvester's care highly, giving him …an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 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 Miles Sylvester has 4 locationsRapid Urgent Care
802 W Oak StAmite, LA 70422 Tel: (985) 284-2099
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Rapid Urgent Care
218 E Boston StCovington, LA 70433 Tel: (985) 875-0077
Mon6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sat9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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| Dr. James Miles Sylvester, MD | Erika Navarro, FNP-C, ENP-C | Eric Joseph Meaux | Rebecca Lynn Torres |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Nurse Practitioner | Nurse Practitioner |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 38 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Covington , LA | Sugar Land , TX | Houma , LA | Metairie , LA |
| Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine | |||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Miles Sylvester
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Miles Sylvester has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Miles Sylvester has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. James Miles Sylvester holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Texas, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026, an expired medical license in the state of Mississippi that expired in 2026, and an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Sylvester's NPI number is 1366698961.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. James Sylvester affiliated with?
- Dr. James Sylvester is affiliated with Lakeview Hospital, Saint Tammany Parish Hospital, Field Health System, and Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Centennial.
- What languages does Dr. James Sylvester speak?
- Dr. James Sylvester speaks English.
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