Summary

Tymwa Dixon, MD, has a passion for family medicine. As a child, he became intrigued with the idea of caring for people of all ages. He pursued his goal of becoming a physician throughout his academic career, starting at Caddo Magnet High School in Shreveport.

He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana Tech University and then his medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-Shreveport School of Medicine. He completed a residency in family medicine at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. Dr. Dixon is board certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.  

Dr. Dixon has developed expertise in treating chronic diseases and acute disease states such as hypertension, diabetes and hyperlipidemia; and is fully qualified to care for all patients from children to the elderly.

Married and the father of three, Dr. Dixon and his family make their home in Shreveport. 

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Office Locations

Dr. Tymwa D. Dixon has 2 locations

Willis Knighton Family Medicine Pierre Avenue

1327 Pierre AveShreveport, LA 71103
Mon8:00 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

Willis Knighton Simpkins Family Medicine

4700 Hilry Huckaby III AveShreveport, LA 71107
Mon8:00 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

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baton Rouge General Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tymwa D. Dixon

  • AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Advantra Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Medicare Dual Preferred
  • Aetna Medicare Freedom PPO
  • Amerihealth Caritas Louisiana
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield - PPO Preferred Care
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO Louisiana
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield OGB
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care (Aetna)
  • First Health
  • GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)
  • Gilsbar
  • Health Plus of Louisiana
  • Healthy Blue
  • Humana
  • Humana Choice PPO
  • Humana Gold Plus SNP Dual Eligible
  • IMA of Louisiana
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Louisiana Medicaid
  • Louisiana Medicaid CHIP
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (Aetna)
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Medicare Traditional Part B

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tymwa D. Dixon has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tymwa D. Dixon has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baton Rouge General Medical Center2000

Internship

Baton Rouge General Medical Center1998

Medical School

Louisiana State University School of MedicineGraduated in 1997

University

Louisiana Tech UniversityGraduated in 1993

Other Providers at Willis-Knighton Health System

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Dr. Tymwa Dixon is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Tymwa Dixon's office located?
Dr. Tymwa Dixon's office is located at 1327 Pierre Ave, Shreveport, LA, 71103.
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