Dr. William R. Ladd, MD | Houma, LA | Cardiovascular Disease

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Dr. William Ladd is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine and nuclear medicine. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation. With 47 years of experience in cardiovascular care, Dr. Ladd brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Ladd practices at several locations throughout Houma, Louisiana, including affiliations with Terrebonne General Medical Center, Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopaedic Hospital, and Southern Regional Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as thyroid function testing, complete blood counts, and comprehensive chemistry panels. Patients consistently rate Dr. Ladd highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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accepting new patients
5

56 Ratings
47 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
55 written reviews
3 specialties
15 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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5

56 Ratings with 55 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 15 Minutes

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Patients frequently express their positive experiences with Dr. William Richard Ladd, highlighting his professionalism, thoroughness, and excellent communication skills. They appreciate his ability to explain medical information clearly, his punctuality, and his caring demeanor, often recommending him to others and noting that they feel comfortable under his care. However, a few reviews suggest that while Dr. Ladd is perceived as knowledgeable, some patients felt their interaction time was too brief, leaving them desiring more comprehensive engagement during consultations. Overall, the majority of patients convey high satisfaction and trust in his medical expertise.

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Everything was great excellent service from the staff

May 20th, 2026

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One hundred percent excellent in all aspects

April 29th, 2026

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Explained everything great for me to understand. Was on a timely manner. Didn't have to wait long on him to come into the room. And he was very polite and friendly.

March 10th, 2026

1 person found this helpful

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We love Dr. Ladd. He always takes time to explain things and answer questions. Cooperates well with my other doctors. And maintains his schedule well so we’re not waiting an extraordinary amount of time for our appointment! Highly recommend

January 22nd, 2026

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I arrived about 15 mins ahead of time. I was called prior to appointment time. Dr Ladd & and his staff were very professional, courteous and easy to talk to. They were eager to help. Would highly recommend them.

December 30th, 2025

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Dr Ladd is the best doctor I ever went to. He’s very kind patient and he explains everything that is going on with you and I always leave refreshed when he speaks to me. He’s so good at what he does. I recommend him to anybody and I already have recommended him, and I always will.

December 9th, 2025

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Dr Ladd is an excellent Doctor. He is extremely knowledgeable and caring and he explains everything so it is easy to understand. I have been going to him for several years and my husband went in the exam room with me this time and he wants to change his Doctor to Dr Ladd he was so impressed with his bedside manner and his knowledge and skills.

December 8th, 2025

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Loved our brand new experience with Dr Ladd. I love how he listened to us understood what we were saying about my mother and his explanations of all her testing were incredible! Definitely going back to him! I recommend him Highly!! The office staff was very nice and accommodating!

October 3rd, 2025

1 person found this helpful

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Dr. Ladd is so wonderful, and he is so informative, going over every detail about your health, I like him so much, you might as well ask his Mother to write a review .

September 24th, 2025

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On time; Dr Ladd professional, courteous, thorough and reviewed and explained lab results and answered all questions I had. Recommend him to anyone without hesitation.

August 28th, 2025

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Cardiovascular Institute Of The South Houma

225 Dunn StHouma, LA 70360

Tel: (985) 876-0300

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Southern Regional Medical Center

1978 Industrial BlvdHouma, LA 70363

Tel: (985) 873-2200

Terrebonne General Medical Center

8166 Main StHouma, LA 70360

Tel: (985) 873-4141


Dr. William Richard Ladd, MD	Dr. Jessica Benoit Thibodaux	Dr. Duane John Luke, MD	Dr. Nguyen Duc Dinh Dang, MD
Cardiovascular Disease	Nurse Practitioner	Emergency Medicine	Radiation Oncology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
5 (56 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.8 (4 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
47 Years of Experience		28 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Houma , LA	Thibodaux , LA	Cut Off , LA	Thibodaux , LA
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine		Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport	Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol
Hypertension
Internal Medicine
Nuclear Medicine
Stroke
Unstable Angina

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation

Medical School

Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Nurse Practitioner
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Emergency Medicine
50 Years Exp | Houma, LA
(1)
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9 Years Exp | Houma, LA
(0)
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(0)
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Nurse Practitioner
| Jennings, LA
(0)
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What languages does Dr. William Ladd speak?: Dr. William Ladd speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. William Ladd's office located?: Dr. William Ladd's office is located at 225 Dunn St, Houma, LA, 70360.
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