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Dr. Selim Krim is a cardiovascular disease specialist who brings 26 years of experience to his practice in cardiology. He earned his medical degree from INESSM Medical University of Algiers and completed comprehensive training through multiple prestigious programs. His residency training was completed at UPMC McKeesport Hospital and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2007. Dr. Krim pursued extensive fellowship training in cardiovascular medicine at several renowned institutions, including the Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center, University of Texas Medical Branch, and Ochsner Clinic Foundation, completing his specialized training in 2014. He provides care to patients in English.
Dr. Krim practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating complex heart conditions. His clinical expertise includes managing heart failure, a condition where the heart cannot pump blood effectively throughout the body. He also treats coronary …artery disease, which occurs when the blood vessels supplying the heart become narrowed or blocked. Additionally, Dr. Krim cares for patients with cor pulmonale, a heart condition that develops due to lung problems. His diagnostic capabilities include performing blood tests and specialized cardiac assessments such as prothrombin time studies and creatinine clearance tests to monitor heart and kidney function.
Read More Read less Dr. Krim practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he focuses on treating complex heart conditions. His clinical expertise includes managing heart failure, a condition where the heart cannot pump blood effectively throughout the body. He also treats coronary …artery disease, which occurs when the blood vessels supplying the heart become narrowed or blocked. Additionally, Dr. Krim cares for patients with cor pulmonale, a heart condition that develops due to lung problems. His diagnostic capabilities include performing blood tests and specialized cardiac assessments such as prothrombin time studies and creatinine clearance tests to monitor heart and kidney function.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 26 years of experience
- 28 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Med School: INESSM Medical University of Algiers | Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Selim R Krim has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Selim R Krim has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
26 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office2014
Ochsner Health System2014
University of Texas Medical Branch2011
Methodist DeBakey Heart and Vascular Center2010
Residency
UPMC McKeesport Hospital2007
University of Pittsburg Medical Center2007
Internship
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center2005
Medical School
INESSM Medical University of AlgiersGraduated in 2000
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- Dr. Selim Krim's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Selim Krim affiliated with?
- Dr. Selim Krim is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.
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