Summary

Dr. Patrice Delafontaine specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Universite De Geneve Faculte De Medecine and completed his residency training at Brigham & Women's Hospital. With 49 years of experience in cardiology, Dr. Delafontaine has developed extensive knowledge in treating heart and vascular conditions.

Dr. Delafontaine practices in Metairie, Louisiana, with affiliations at multiple medical facilities including Tulane Lakeside Hospital and East Jefferson General Hospital. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and handling urgent cardiovascular situations. He performs diagnostic heart tests such as electrocardiograms and advanced heart imaging studies. Patients consistently rate Dr. Delafontaine highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 49 years of experience
  • Brigham & Womens Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Patrice Delafontaine has 4 locations

Tulane Doctors Heart And Vascular Metairie

2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 140Metairie, LA 70002
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

Tulane Lakeside Hospital

4700 S I 10 Service Rd WMetairie, LA 70001

East Jefferson General Hospital

4200 Houma BlvdMetairie, LA 70006

West Jefferson Medical Center

1101 Medical Center BlvdMarrero, LA 70072

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal Medicine
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4.6 
49 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 62 Years of Experience 62 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Metairie , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Universite De Geneve Faculte De Medecine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Patrice Delafontaine

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Patrice Delafontaine has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Patrice Delafontaine has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Brigham & Womens Hospital

Medical School

Universite De Geneve Faculte De MedecineGraduated in 1977

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Where is Dr. Patrice Delafontaine's office located?
Dr. Patrice Delafontaine's office is located at 2800 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 140, Metairie, LA, 70002.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Patrice Delafontaine affiliated with?
Dr. Patrice Delafontaine is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center, East Jefferson General Hospital, Touro Infirmary, Lakeside Hospital Lcmc Health, Lcmc Health, and University Medical Center New Orleans.

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