5
2 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Wever Pinzon is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned his medical degree from Universidad De Panama. He completed internships at Aquilino Tejeira Hospital and Arnulfo Arias Madrid Metropolitan Hospital before pursuing his residency at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County. Dr. Pinzon advanced his expertise through multiple fellowships at the University of Utah, reflecting his dedication to specialized cardiovascular care. With 24 years of experience in medicine, he provides care in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Pinzon practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, and maintains an affiliation with University of Utah Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure and cardiomyopathy, conditions that affect the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. He also provides care for patients with chronic kidney disease. Dr. Pinzon performs diagnostic procedures such as brain natriuretic peptide testing to evaluate heart function and …creatinine tests to assess kidney health. Patients rate his care with an average score of 5.0.
Read More Read less Dr. Pinzon practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, and maintains an affiliation with University of Utah Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating heart failure and cardiomyopathy, conditions that affect the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. He also provides care for patients with chronic kidney disease. Dr. Pinzon performs diagnostic procedures such as brain natriuretic peptide testing to evaluate heart function and …creatinine tests to assess kidney health. Patients rate his care with an average score of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- 24 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- University of Utah
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 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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| 24 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | |||
| New Orleans , LA | New Orleans , LA | New Orleans , LA | Marrero , LA |
| Med School: Universidad De Panama | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Wever Pinzon
Medical Specialties
James Wever Pinzon has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
James Wever Pinzon has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
James Wever Pinzon 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 University of Utah in 2018, University of Utah in 2015, and University of Utah in 2014.
Residency
Completed their residency at John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County in 2009.
Internship
Completed their internship at Aquilino Tejeira Hospital in 2004 and Arnulfo Arias Madrid Metropolitan Hospital in 2003.
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad De Panama in 2002.
NPI Number
James Wever Pinzon's NPI number is 1073745881.
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