Summary

Dr. Jerald Zakem has practiced rheumatology for 52 years and is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital East. He treats systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, and impaired immunity, and performs home infusion therapy.

Dr. Zakem earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency and fellowship in rheumatology at the University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1979. He sees patients in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 52 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of South Florida College of Medicine - Division of Rheumatology
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Jerald M Zakem

1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121

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Jerald M Zakem, MDDr. Abraham Avi Gedalia, MDDr. Lesley Ann Saketkoo, MDDr. Leonard Henry Serebro, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.2 
4.3 
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3.8 
52 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New Orleans , LANew Orleans , LAGretna , LAMetairie , LA
Med School: Univ. of Louisville School of Medicine Med School: Hadassah Medical School Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of The Witwatersrand Faculty Of Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jerald M Zakem

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Peoples Health
  • Travelers
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Jerald M Zakem has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jerald M Zakem has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

52 Years Experience

Jerald M Zakem 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 South Florida College of Medicine - Division of Rheumatology in 1979.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1977.

Internship

Completed their internship at University of South Florida Coll of Med. in 1975.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ. of Louisville School of Medicine in 1974.

NPI Number

Jerald M Zakem's NPI number is 1396764643.

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Jerald Zakem is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital East.
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Where is Jerald Zakem's office located?
Jerald Zakem's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121.

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