27 Geriatricians Found in Meraux, LA

We found 27 Geriatricians available in Meraux, LA with an average 4 stars across 30 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 8 Geriatricians listed are accepting new patients and 10 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Richard Harold Streiffer, MD

Family Medicine
49 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
"I absolutely love this doctor. He was one of the best at Tulane Hospital. I was sorry he left the New Orleans area." View Profile

Dr. Shuja Ur Rehman, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
17 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
Dr. Shuja Ur Rehman, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and Webster, TX(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Thomas Marc Reske, MD

Geriatric Medicine
24 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.7 mi
"Follow up later this month" View Profile

Dr. Robert Charles Hendel, MD

Cardiovascular Disease
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
Dr. Robert Charles Hendel, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and Metairie, LA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Rajesh Mohandas, MD

Nephrology
32 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.7 mi
Dr. Rajesh Mohandas, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA. He has 32 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Susan Louise Vaught, MD

Emergency Medicine
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA5.6 mi
Dr. Susan Louise Vaught, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in Gretna, LA and New Orleans, LA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Christopher Chedid

Internal Medicine
6 years exp
New Orleans, LA2.8 mi
Dr. Christopher Chedid is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with another office in Lafayette, LA. He has 6 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Henry Rothschild, MD

Geriatric Medicine
New Orleans, LA9.0 mi
Dr. Henry Rothschild, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA. Their specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Sheldon M Hersh, MD

Geriatric Medicine
54 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.6 mi
Dr. Sheldon M Hersh, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with another office in Sedona, AZ. He has 54 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Brett Alan Wilkinson, MD

Internal Medicine
11 years exp
Chalmette, LA4.3 mi
Dr. Brett Alan Wilkinson, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Chalmette, LA, with another office in Chalmette, LA. He has 11 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Vidyullatha Sadda

Internal Medicine
51 years exp
New Orleans, LA4.6 mi
Dr. Vidyullatha Sadda is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA. She has 51 years of experience. Her specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine. View Profile

Jose Ale

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
Belle Chasse, LA6.6 mi
Jose Ale is a health care provider primarily located in Belle Chasse, LA, with another office in Metairie, LA. His specialties include Geriatric Medicine, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. Gandahari Rosa Alvero Carpio, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
19 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
Dr. Gandahari Rosa Alvero Carpio, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in Youngstown, OH and HOUSTON, TX. View Profile

Dr. Pamela Albers

Family Medicine
Terrytown, LA6.9 mi
Dr. Pamela Albers is a health care provider primarily located in Terrytown, LA, with another office in Terrytown, LA. View Profile

Dr. Akhil Aroon Parulkar, MD

Geriatric Medicine
32 years exp
NEW ORLEANS, LA9.6 mi
Dr. Akhil Aroon Parulkar, MD is a health care provider primarily located in NEW ORLEANS, LA, with another office in NEW ORLEANS, LA. He has 32 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. John Edward Dugaw

Family Medicine
55 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.2 mi
Dr. John Edward Dugaw is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in La Conner, WA and New Orleans, LA. He has 55 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Sherry Liang

Internal Medicine
6 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
Dr. Sherry Liang is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA. She has 6 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Jeanette H Magnus

Geriatric Medicine
43 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
Dr. Jeanette H Magnus is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA. She has 43 years of experience. View Profile

Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua

Addiction Medicine
67 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
Alexander Orlando Richard Urzua is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in COLUMBUS, OH and Greenville, NC(and 2052 other locations).

Dr. Andrew Elliott Russell, MD

Hospice & Palliative Medicine
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.4 mi
Dr. Andrew Elliott Russell, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in Ann Arbor, MI and New Orleans, LA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Fadi Niazy Abu-Farsakh

Hospice & Palliative Medicine
17 years exp
NEW ORLEANS, LA9.5 mi
Dr. Fadi Niazy Abu-Farsakh is a health care provider primarily located in NEW ORLEANS, LA, with another office in NEW ORLEANS, LA. He has 17 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Rodney Varakumar Pattabhi, MD

Geriatric Medicine
20 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.6 mi
Dr. Rodney Varakumar Pattabhi, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with another office in New Orleans, LA. He has 20 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Julijana Zoran Conic

Geriatric Medicine
8 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.6 mi
Dr. Julijana Zoran Conic is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in Indianapolis, IN and New Orleans, LA. She has 8 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Guler Lebibe Karcioglu

Family Medicine
57 years exp
New Orleans, LA9.6 mi
Dr. Guler Lebibe Karcioglu is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA. They have 57 years of experience. View Profile

David Elder Hamby

Nurse Practitioner
New Orleans, LA9.7 mi
David Elder Hamby is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in Jackson, MS and Jackson, MS. View Profile

Dr. Zui Keat Ng

Internal Medicine
New Orleans, LA9.8 mi
Dr. Zui Keat Ng is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in Lafayette, LA and New Orleans, LA. View Profile

Dr. Sarah Johnson Cossich, MD

Internal Medicine
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
New Orleans, LA9.8 mi
Dr. Sarah Johnson Cossich, MD is a health care provider primarily located in New Orleans, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and Shreveport, LA. View Profile

What is a Geriatrician and How Can They Help You?

A geriatrician specializes in healthcare for older adults, addressing age-related medical complexity and functional status. These physicians focus on maintaining independence, managing multiple conditions, and optimizing quality of life in elderly patients.

Geriatricians complete medical school, a residency in internal medicine or family medicine, and a one-year geriatric medicine fellowship emphasizing age-related syndromes, medication optimization, and comprehensive geriatric evaluation.

A Geriatrician's practice involves:

  • Emphasizes the aging process and geriatric syndrome management
  • Performs holistic geriatric evaluations, coordinates multiple chronic conditions, manages care transitions
  • Addresses cognitive decline, balance disorders, frailty syndromes, bone fragility, medication complexity, and age-related functional limitations
  • Uses pharmaceutical optimization, injury prevention protocols, cognitive screening, and interdisciplinary care planning
  • Alternative names: elder medicine physician, gerontology specialist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a Geriatrician in Meraux who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only Geriatricians in Meraux who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find Geriatricians in Meraux who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see Geriatricians providing telehealth services in Meraux. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated Geriatricians in Meraux?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing Geriatricians, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a Geriatrician in Meraux?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Meraux. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which Geriatricians in Meraux have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Meraux. This helps you find a Geriatrician that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with Geriatricians in Meraux without calling?
Search for Geriatricians who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a Geriatrician in Meraux with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for Geriatricians in Meraux. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a Geriatrician in Meraux?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right Geriatrician.
How can I locate a Geriatrician in Meraux who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for Geriatricians. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a Geriatrician in Meraux who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where Geriatricians practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find Geriatricians who work there.

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