Summary

Dr. Ryan Himes specializes in gastroenterology, focusing on digestive system disorders and liver conditions. He earned his medical degree from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in 2006. Dr. Himes pursued fellowship training at Baylor College of Medicine in 2009, including specialized training at Texas Children's Hospital. With 23 years of experience in medicine, he communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Himes practices at Ochsner Hospital for Children in New Orleans, Louisiana, and maintains affiliations with Texas Children's Hospital. He treats complex conditions including short bowel syndrome and hepatitis C in both adult and pediatric patients. His expertise includes performing hepatic function panels and blood tests to evaluate liver health and digestive function. Patients rate Dr. Himes 5.0 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor College of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Ochsner Hospital for Children

1315 Jefferson Hwy Ste 200New Orleans, LA 70121

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23 Years of Experience
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Med School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Chamberlain University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ryan W Himes

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Ryan W Himes has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ryan W Himes has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hepatologist
  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Ryan W Himes 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine in 2009, Baylor College of Medicine in 2009, and Baylor College of Medicine - Texas Childrens Hospital in 2009.

Residency

Completed their residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center in 2006.

Medical School

Graduated from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2003 and American University of the Caribbean Sch of Med. in 2003.

NPI Number

Ryan W Himes' NPI number is 1861582157.

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Ryan Himes speaks English.
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Ryan Himes is affiliated with Texas Childrens Hospital.

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