3.7
3 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Matthew Cortez joins Ochsner Medical Center after completing a fellowship in Neonatology at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital in Nashville, TN. He completed his pediatric residency at Tulane University and Ochsner Foundation in 1998. He was in private pediatric practice general pediatrics in Birmingham, AL prior to starting his fellowship at Vanderbilt. During his fellowship, he was appointed the chief neonatal fellow in his third year of training. His research interests include end of life issues, neonatal pain, ECMO, and surgical problems of the neonate.
Quick Facts
- 31 years of experience
- 11 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Lsu Health Sciences
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Matthew Cortez has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Matthew Cortez, MD | Dr. David Alan Timm, MD | Dr. Jibran Elias Atwi, MD | Dr. Emily Claire Fruge Simon, MD |
| Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 31 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, French | Speaks French, English |
| Lafayette , LA | Natchez , MS | Lafayette , LA | Opelousas , LA |
| Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Matthew Cortez
Medical Specialties
Dr. Matthew Cortez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Matthew Cortez has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Dr. Matthew Cortez holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 1995.
NPI Number
Dr. Cortez's NPI number is 1952322638.
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- Dr. Matthew Cortez's office is located at 1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA, 70503.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Matthew Cortez affiliated with?
- Dr. Matthew Cortez is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Matthew Cortez accept my insurance?
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