Summary

Dr. Mark Garon is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated 16 years to treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University at Shreveport, where he also completed his residency training in 2015. Dr. Garon furthered his expertise through a fellowship at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center in 2016, specializing in upper extremity care. He communicates with patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Garon practices at Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport and serves patients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He focuses on treating hand pain, joint stiffness, and various forms of arthralgia that affect daily activities. His approach to care includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 16 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center
  • 16 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 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

Office Location

Mark Garon

10310 The Grove BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70836

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Baton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LABATON ROUGE , LABaton Rouge , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University at Shreveport Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mark Garon

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - EPO
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • HFN
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - EPO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Mark Garon has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Mark Garon has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center in 2016.

Residency

Completed their residency at Louisiana State University at Shreveport in 2015.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University at Shreveport in 2010.

NPI Number

Mark Garon's NPI number is 1376860148.

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Mark Garon is affiliated with Ochsner Louisiana State University Health Shreveport.
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Mark Garon's office is located at 10310 The Grove Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70836.
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