Dr. Ricardo J. Rodriguez, MD | Baton Rouge, LA | Sports Medicine Physician

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Dr. Rodriguez graduated from the Tulane University School of Medicine,Tulane University School of Medicine in 1969. He works in Baton Rouge, LA and 1 other location and specializes in Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Rodriguez is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center and Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge.

4.1

21 Ratings
57 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Tulane University School Of Medicine
5 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Rodriguez's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

21 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Spent time with me: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Flexible scheduling: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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I trust the entire Rodriguez family with my life. From their father, Raul, to Ricardo and Ramon. Amazing physicians.

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

December 8th, 2015

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Easy to talk to. Can ask questions and get answer that's easy to understand. If don't understand he will explain so I can.

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

December 7th, 2015

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it always makes me feel comfortable when I see his always happy, always smiling surgery nurse. she and dr. Rodriguez work well together and really seem to care about my problems. I love my doctor, he cares, he will sit and talk to me, I trust him immensely! hope he stays around forever, and Ann too!!

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

October 1st, 2012

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Dr. Rodriguez has been treating my son since his first football injury at the end of his freshman season. He's treated everything from bursitis to torn ankle ligaments. I've never felt that he doesn't have my son's best interest at heart. The man's actually come across the field to help diagnose and treat my son at a football game before. Just unbelievable. He stopped watching his own son to come help mine.Thank you, Dr. Rodriguez and your staff.

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

February 23rd, 2011

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Dr. Rodriguez was the kindest Dr. I have ever seen. My son hurt his knee in his last football game. Dr Rodriguez made a timely and accurate diagnosis fixed his knee and he was able to start at quarterback for the first game the following season. I would highley recommend him to anyone with a sports medicine problem.

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

January 7th, 2011

Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center

5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808

Tel: (225) 765-6565

Surgical Specialty Center Of Baton Rouge

8080 Bluebonnet BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70810

Tel: (225) 408-8080


Dr. Ricardo Jose Rodriguez, MD	Dr. David James Wyatt, MD	Dr. Drake Eric Bellanger, MD	Dr. Lawrence Joseph Messina, MD
Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery	Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (21 Ratings)	3.4 (8 Ratings)	4.7 (6 Ratings)	3.2 (14 Ratings)
57 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience	34 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, Spanish
Baton Rouge , LA	Lafayette , LA	Baton Rouge , LA	Baton Rouge , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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

Dr. Ricardo Jose Rodriguez holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1992 and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Rodriguez's NPI number is 1679522932.

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What languages does Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez speak?: Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez accepting new patients?: Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Where is Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez's office located?: Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez's office is located at 5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808.
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