Mark B Effron, MD

Dr. Mark Effron specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing nearly five decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and completed both his residency and internship at Northwestern University in 1981. Dr. Effron further advanced his training with a fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in 1984, deepening his expertise in heart and vascular conditions. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Effron practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension. He performs diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function and chemistry panels to assess overall health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Effron highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.