Dr. Joseph L. Fredi, MD | Shreveport, LA | Cardiologist

.about .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr. Joseph Fredi treats aneurysm, heart aneurysm, and angina pectoris, and performs aortic valve surgery, cardiac catheterization including coronary angiography, and cardiac imaging. He practices cardiology and has 43 years of experience. He is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Dr. Fredi earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Memphis, completed his residency at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 1987, and his fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1990. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Fredi 4.96 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

accepting new patients
5

26 Ratings
43 years of experience
30 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
6 written reviews
3 specialties
15 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

Based on patient feedback. Read the reviews

Dr. Fredi's Ratings and Reviews

5

26 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

How was your appointment with
Dr. Fredi?

Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

26 ratings & reviews

Sort:

Showing 1 to 6 of 6 reviews

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr Fredi is the most caring physician I have ever had. I have been with him for 25 years this month. He saved my life.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 1st, 2018

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr Fredi is the utmost professional man of his field! He has given the best care that possibly could be given over the years I have been fortunate enough to be under his care. He literally has saved my life on several occasions. He make the patient feel so at ease and assured that he or she is in the competent hands of an artist. What a fortunate place I am !!! To be in those hands. And his staff is first rate. I would give them 5 stars as well especially Melissa.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 28th, 2016

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Dr. Fredi is an excellent doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 29th, 2015

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

Greatly appreciate you taking care of my brother! It was a pleasure meeting you! The kindness you showed our family was above and beyond our expectations! Perfection is hard to fine and you nailed it!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 27th, 2014

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

I love Him.....He is a wonderful Dr. and I wouldn't think of going to another.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 13th, 2014

.rating-and-reviews .noScriptHide .nojs-show,.truncated [data-rem],blockquote .truncated-text{ display: initial !important}.no-js-hide,.ellipsis { display: none; }.truncated:after {content: '' !important}

outstanding physician

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 26th, 2009

Willis Knighton Pierremont Cardiology

1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 160Shreveport, LA 71105

Tel: (318) 212-3858

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


Dr. Joseph L. Fredi, MD	Dr. Anil Chhabra, MD	Dr. William B. Eaves, MD	Dr. Keerthish Chandrashekar Jaisingh, MD
Cardiology	Cardiology	Cardiology	Cardiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (26 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)	4.4 (14 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
43 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience	34 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	Speaks English
Shreveport , LA	Mansfield , LA	Bossier City , LA	Shreveport , LA
Med School: University of Tennessee Memphis	Med School: Christian Medical College	Med School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine	Med School: Medical University of the Americas (West Indies)
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

Search for your insurance and plan

AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
Aetna
Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
Aetna Coventry Advantra Louisiana
Aetna Coventry Medicare Dual Preferred
Aetna Medicare Freedom PPO
Amerihealth Caritas Louisiana
Beech Street (Multiplan)
Blue Cross/Blue Shield - PPO Preferred Care
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO Louisiana
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross/Blue Shield OGB
CIGNA Healthcare
Coventry Health Care (Aetna)
First Health
GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)
Gilsbar
Health Plus of Louisiana
Healthy Blue
Humana
Humana Choice PPO
Humana Gold Plus SNP Dual Eligible
IMA of Louisiana
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
Louisiana Medicaid
Louisiana Medicaid CHIP
Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (Aetna)
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Traditional Part B

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Cardiovascular Disease
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Cholesterol
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Hypertension
Interventional Cardiology
Stroke
Unstable Angina

Dr. Joseph L. Fredi 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 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in 1990.

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ. of Rochester Sch. of Medicine & Dentistry in 1987.

Internship

Completed their internship at Univ. of Rochester Sch. of Medicine & Dentistry in 1984.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Tennessee Memphis in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Fredi's NPI number is 1184720393.

Nicole Brooke Babin
Nurse Practitioner
| Shreveport, LA
(0)
Karen Marie Payne
Nurse Practitioner
| Shreveport, LA
(0)
Rein Liles
Nurse Practitioner
| Lafayette, LA
(0)
Jennifer Lynne Stewart
Nurse Practitioner
| Shreveport, LA
(0)
Dr. Hui Chong Lau
Nuclear Medicine
9 Years Exp | Boston, MA
(0)
James Clayton Harris
Nurse Practitioner
| Shreveport, LA
(0)
Betty Cates Johnson
Nurse Practitioner
| Bossier City, LA
(0)
Amanda Michelle Lewis
Nurse Practitioner
| Shreveport, LA
(0)
Dr. Alex Irving Stewart
Nurse Practitioner
| Shreveport, LA
(0)
Dr. Harold Kenneth Doerr, MD
Anesthesiology
39 Years Exp | Shreveport, LA
(1)

What languages does Dr. Joseph Fredi speak?: Dr. Joseph Fredi speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Fredi?: You can find contact information for Dr. Joseph Fredi here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Joseph Fredi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Joseph Fredi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Joseph Fredi accepting new patients?: Dr. Joseph Fredi is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Joseph Fredi's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr. Joseph Fredi's office located?: Dr. Joseph Fredi's office is located at 1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 160, Shreveport, LA, 71105.

This provider profile is built using data from:

NPPES NPI Registry
State medical licensing boards
Healthcare system and provider network data

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.

Copyright © 2026 Vitals Consumer Services, LLC. US Patent No. 8, 694, 441. All Rights Reserved.
As more fully set forth in this website's terms of use . (1) nothing contained on or offered by or through this website should be construed as medical advice and should not be relied upon for medical diagnosis or treatment. Vitals Consumer Services, LLC ("Vitals"). the provider of this website, does not recommend or endorse any particular healthcare provider whose information or ratings appear on this website; and (2) Vitals has granted you a limited license to access and use this website for your own noncommercial use. You are not permitted to copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, mirror, frame, scrape, extract, wrap, create derivative works of, reverse engineer, decompile or disassemble any part or aspect of this website.