Summary

Dr. Morrison Bethea is a thoracic surgeon with an impressive 56 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Charity Hospital. His extensive career has been dedicated to thoracic surgery, which focuses on surgical procedures involving the chest, including the lungs, esophagus, and other structures within the thoracic cavity.

Dr. Bethea practices at multiple locations throughout the New Orleans and Metairie areas in Louisiana, including Ochsner Baptist Medical Center, Omega Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, and Tulane Lakeside Hospital. His decades of surgical expertise have earned him strong patient trust and satisfaction. Patients consistently rate Dr. Bethea highly for his surgical care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 56 years of experience
  • Charity Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Morrison Curtis Bethea has 4 locations

Ochsner Baptist Medical Center

2700 Napoleon AveNew Orleans, LA 70115

Omega Hospital Llc

2525 Severn AveMetairie, LA 70002

East Jefferson General Hospital

4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006

Tulane Lakeside Hospital

4700 S I 10 Service Rd WMetairie, LA 70001

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Thoracic SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
4.8 
56 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 75 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
New Orleans , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LANEW ORLEANS , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Sawai Man Singh Medical College Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Morrison Curtis Bethea has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Morrison Curtis Bethea has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

Dr. Morrison Curtis Bethea 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 Charity Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1970.

NPI Number

Dr. Bethea's NPI number is 1528355021.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Morrison Bethea affiliated with?
Dr. Morrison Bethea is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Lakeside Hospital Lcmc Health, Omega Hospital Llc, Ochsner Baptist Medical Center, and Crescent City Surgical Centre.

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