Dr. Michael A. Frierson, MD | Baton Rouge, LA | Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Michael Frierson treats arm fractures, scoliosis, and wrist fractures, and performs pin care, orthopedic hardware removal, and physical therapy. He has practiced orthopedic surgery for 39 years and is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City.

Dr. Frierson earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center. He sees patients in Baton Rouge and Prairieville, Louisiana, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Frierson 3.88 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
3.9

26 Ratings
39 years of experience
40 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Loyola University Medical Center
6 written reviews
1 specialty
16 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Frierson's Ratings and Reviews

3.9

26 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
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My husband was having terrible knee pain and he was able to be seen that same day. The doctor temp. relieved his pain that day and ordered an MRI to further diagnosis his condition. The nurses were great as well; glad we stumbled upon this office.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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January 22nd, 2019

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Our family would be lost without him! The best doctor and nursing staff!!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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July 11th, 2017

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Very caring and great dr

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

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April 29th, 2017

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He did not listen to me or my daughter and was very insensitive. She tried to tell him that she couldn't put weight on her foot, but he insisted that she should. He even belittled me (her mother) for having her hop around (not put weight) on it for the weekend. He gave her a walking boot, told her to put weight on it. She tried that night and fell, injuring her hand. Upon return, another doc discovered it was a damaged perennial sensory nerve - the one that makes your foot "fall asleep". It is a very painful injury and has been further damaged because Dr. Frierson did not properly diagnose and treat. Because she trusted him and tried to put weight on it, she is suffering greatly and may even need surgery or have permanent damage!

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner

March 19th, 2016

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we used Dr Frierson for our daughter when she hurt her hand then my son broke his ankel and had feet problems we love him so much and would have anyone we know go to him

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

August 17th, 2012

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My family found this doctor to be rude and dismissive. He spent as little time as possible with my daughter and never answered any of our questions. He appeared totally uninterested in her. After he recommended a really very aggressive plan of treatment, we went for a second opinion and confirmed what we had begun to suspect - that there was nothing wrong with her and she didn't need further treatment.I would not recommend this doctor to anyone, even if it means driving to another city to see someone else.

Did Well

Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

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

May 22nd, 2009

Bone & Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge

7301 Hennessy Blvd Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Tel: (225) 766-0050

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

Bone & Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge

16158 Airline HwyPrairieville, LA 70769

Tel: (225) 766-0050


Dr. Michael Anthony Frierson, MD	Dr. Nathaniel Levi Rawicki	Dr. Amanda Michelle Bossier	Dr. David Martin Anderson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (26 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.4 (10 Ratings)
39 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience		28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Baton Rouge , LA	Baton Rouge , LA	Zachary , LA	Champaign , IL
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School	Med School: Paul L Foster School Of Medicine Texas Tech University Health Sciences Ctr		Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip Surgery
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Loyola University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Frierson's NPI number is 1164410569.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Frierson affiliated with?: Dr. Michael Frierson is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City.
What languages does Dr. Michael Frierson speak?: Dr. Michael Frierson speaks English and Spanish.
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