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6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Rufus Hixon is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings 35 years of experience to his practice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Hixon is fluent in Chinese and Spanish, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Hixon maintains affiliations with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, and Sage Rehabilitation Hospital, providing care across multiple locations in Baton Rouge. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease, atrial septal defect, and patent foramen ovale. His expertise includes performing dobutamine stress echocardiograms, doppler echocardiograms, and angiograms to diagnose and monitor heart conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.
Dr. Hixon maintains affiliations with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, and Sage Rehabilitation Hospital, providing care across multiple locations in Baton Rouge. He specializes in treating congenital heart disease, atrial septal defect, and patent foramen ovale. His expertise includes performing dobutamine stress echocardiograms, doppler echocardiograms, and angiograms to diagnose and monitor heart conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 35 years of experience
- speaks Chinese, Spanish
- Medical College Of Georgia
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 1 area of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon has 4 locationsPediatric Cardiology Associates Of Louisiana
8200 Constantin Blvd Ste 200Baton Rouge, LA 70809Mon8:00 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
Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center
5000 Hennessy BlvdBaton Rouge, LA 70808 Tel: (225) 765-6565
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Chinese, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA | Baton Rouge , LA |
| Med School: Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine | Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | Med School: Louisiana State University at New Orleans |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
35 Years Experience
Dr. Rufus Lester Hixon 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 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Medical College Of Georgia.
Medical School
Graduated from Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine in 1997 and Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University in 1991.
NPI Number
Dr. Hixon's NPI number is 1730188806.
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- Dr. Rufus Hixon speaks Chinese and Spanish.
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- Dr. Rufus Hixon is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge, and Sage Rehabilitation Hospital.
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