Summary

Dr. Richard Gitter is a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon who specializes in treating vascular conditions with over three decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has dedicated 34 years to advancing patient care in cardiovascular disease and surgical interventions. Dr. Gitter speaks English and brings extensive expertise to his practice in the greater New Orleans area.

Dr. Gitter practices at multiple locations throughout Metairie, Louisiana, including the Gitter Vein Institute, Omega Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, and Tulane Lakeside Hospital. He focuses on treating varicose veins and venous insufficiency, conditions that affect blood flow in the legs. His surgical expertise includes radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins, a minimally invasive procedure that closes problem veins. Dr. Gitter also performs diagnostic imaging such as Doppler ultrasound and carotid artery ultrasound to evaluate blood vessel health. Patients have rated him 4.0 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 34 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine
  • 10 written reviews
  • 4 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Gitter has 4 locations

Gitter Vein Institute

1 Galleria Blvd Ste 100Metairie, LA 70001
Mon7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 6:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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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Dr. Richard Gitter, MDDr. Debra TheriotDr. Michael David Weiland JR., MDDr. Geoffrey F Lewis, MD
SurgerySurgeryCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
34 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Metairie , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LANew Orleans , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Gitter

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • All Savers Insurance
  • AmeriHealth
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Gitter has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Gitter has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Heart Surgery (Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures)
  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Gitter's NPI number is 1487635215.

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What languages does Dr. Richard Gitter speak?
Dr. Richard Gitter speaks English.

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