The 20 Best Bursitis Doctors Near Me in Covington, LA

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The 20 Best Bursitis Doctors near Covington, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Bursitis near Covington, LA. Of these, 20 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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27 providers found
    Distinguished in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    AVALA Ortho - Covington

    1200 Pinnacle Pkwy, 
    Covington, LA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Rudd is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Rudd is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Bursitis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Advanced in Bursitis

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Brian Ladner received his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Mississippi State University in 2001. He received his Doctor of Medicine in 2005 from the University of Mississippi Medical School. In 2010, Dr. Ladner completed a residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. He then completed a fellowship in trauma and adult reconstruction in the Harvard Orthopaedic Department in Boston in 2011. Dr. Ladner practiced in Hammond, LA for eight years before joining the team at Ochsner.His surgical interests include complex fracture care, joint replacement, and joint replacement revisions. Dr. Ladner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeanine Martin is a Rheumatologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Martin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Erythema Nodosum. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Rheumatology

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Malik Spady is a Rheumatologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Spady is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. Her top areas of expertise are Reactive Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Psoriasis.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Sports Medicine

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Peter Blessey earned his medical degree from LSU Medical School in New Orleans and completed his internship and residency at the University of Florida. He completed his fellowship in sports medicine at the University of Virginia. Dr. Blessey practices at Ochsner Health Center - Covington. Dr. Blessey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Dudoussat completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Nicholls State University in 1995. He then received his Doctor of Medicine in 2004 from Louisiana State University School of Medicine and was a member of the AOA Medical Honor Society. He also received the Norma C. Ragland Award for outstanding academic achievement over four years of medical school. Dr Dudoussat then completed a residency in Orthopedic surgery at LSU Health Sciences center in 2009. He continued training at Wake Forests’ Bauman Grey School of Medicine where he completed a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery in 2010. Dr. Dudoussat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dupuytren Contracture, Ganglion Cyst, and Rhizarthrosis.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Taylor Colon is a Physiatrist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Colon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, Cerebral Palsy, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Colon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis

    Ochsner Health Center - Covington

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kevin Goodson is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Goodson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Flat Feet, Tendinitis, Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Goodson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    Our Lady Of The Lake Physician Group-360 Ortho Car

    70411 Highway 21, 
    Covington, LA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Devraj is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Devraj is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    St. Tammany Bone & Joint Clinic

    71211 Highway 21 Ste A, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roch Hontas is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Hontas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Advanced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    Bone & Joint Clinic

    71211 Highway 21 Ste A, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark Hontas is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Hontas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis

    Covington Orthopedic - Covington

    19343 Sunshine Ave, 
    Covington, LA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Herbert Plauche is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Plauche is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis, Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis

    Covington Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Clinic

    19343 Sunshine Ave, 
    Covington, LA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Bonvillain is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Bonvillain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome X Linked, Poland Syndrome, Amniotic Band Syndrome, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    Louisiana Hand To Shoulder Center LLC

    601 River Highlands Blvd Ste 200, 
    Covington, LA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Blane Session is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Session is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tenosynovitis, Rhizarthrosis, and Tennis Elbow.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis

    AVALA Ortho - Covington

    1200 Pinnacle Pkwy, 
    Covington, LA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Van Deventer is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Van Deventer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Tenosynovitis.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Experienced in Bursitis

    AVALA Ortho - Covington

    1200 Pinnacle Pkwy, 
    Covington, LA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roderick Chandler is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Chandler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    Headache Center

    1000 Ochsner Blvd Ste 2291, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nicola Corbett is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Corbett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. Her top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Tendinitis, Morton Neuroma, Plantar Fasciitis, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    Lakeview Regional Physician Group - Covington

    101 Judge Tanner Blvd Ste 300, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lance Wehrly is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Wehrly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Kienbock's Disease, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Podiatric Medicine
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Podiatric Medicine

    Foot And Ankle Health Center

    323 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jay Groves is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Groves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Tendinitis.

    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Bursitis
    Orthopedics

    St. Tammany Bone & Joint Clinic

    71211 Highway 21 Ste A, 
    Covington, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joey Lamartina is an Orthopedics provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Lamartina is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bursitis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Hip Replacement.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Bursitis?

    Bursitis is the swelling and irritation of a bursa. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion between muscles, tendons, and bones.

    When should I see a Bursitis doctor near Covington, LA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Bursitis doctor near Covington, LA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Bursitis doctors near Covington, LA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Bursitis doctors near Covington, LA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Bursitis doctor near Covington, LA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Bursitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bursitis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Bursitis doctor near Covington, LA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Bursitis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Bursitis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Bursitis doctors near Covington, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bursitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Bursitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bursitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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