Summary

Dr. Surma Jain is a pulmonologist who has dedicated 28 years to treating conditions affecting the lungs and respiratory system. She earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and completed her residency at the University of Alabama in 2002. Dr. Jain pursued advanced fellowship training at both the University Hospitals of Cleveland in 2003 and LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2005, providing her with extensive expertise in pulmonary medicine. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Jain practices at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, where she focuses on managing complex respiratory conditions. She treats patients with COPD and chronic lung disease, including cases with multiple health complications. Her expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to assess lung capacity and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate treatment responses. Patients consistently rate Dr. Jain highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Surma Desai Jain

1514 Jefferson HwyNew Orleans, LA 70121

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PulmonologySleep MedicinePulmonologyCritical Care Medicine
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28 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
New Orleans , LAMetairie , LAKlamath Falls , ORWeston , FL
Med School: Medical University of South Carolina Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Surma Desai Jain

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Surma Desai Jain has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Surma Desai Jain has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonologist
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Surma Desai Jain 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 LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans in 2005 and University Hospitals of Cleveland in 2003.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Alabama in 2002.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1998.

NPI Number

Surma Desai Jain's NPI number is 1104875467.

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What languages does Surma Jain speak?
Surma Jain speaks English.
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Where is Surma Jain's office located?
Surma Jain's office is located at 1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA, 70121.

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