The 20 Best Heart Failure Doctors Near Me in new orleans, LA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 218 doctor with experience in Heart Failure near new orleans, LA. Of these, 179 are Experienced, 35 are Advanced and 4 are Distinguished.

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    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    504-842-4135
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    Salima Qamruddin is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Qamruddin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Brugada Syndrome, Mitral Stenosis, Ectopic Heartbeat, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation. Dr. Qamruddin is board certified in National Board Of Echocardiography - Cardiology, American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiology, and National Board Of Echocardiography - Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Qamruddin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    504-842-4135
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    Nichole Polin is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Polin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Ectopic Heartbeat, and Cardiomyopathy Due to Anthracyclines. Dr. Polin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiology and Alliance For Physician Certification And Advancement (APCA) - Cardiology. Dr. Polin is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
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    Samy Abdelghani is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Abdelghani is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Coronary Heart Disease, Angina, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Dr. Abdelghani is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease. Dr. Abdelghani is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Heart Failure

    Dr. Frank W. Smart
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
    Distinguished in Heart Failure

    Dr. Frank W. Smart
    Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology | Cardiology
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    Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Faculty G

    2832 Burdette St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.4 miles away)
    504-866-2741
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    Frank Smart is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Smart is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), Pulmonary Edema, Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy, and Cardiac Ablation. Dr. Smart is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
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    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    504-842-4135
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    Carl Lavie is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lavie is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Atherosclerosis, Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dr. Lavie is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiology and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Lavie is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Heart Failure
    Distinguished in Heart Failure
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    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    504-842-5638
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    Hector Ventura is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ventura is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Transplant, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Ventura is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    Cardiovascular Institute

    1901 Manhattan Blvd, Suite 200, 
    Harvey, LA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    504-354-5252
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    Owen Mogabgab is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Harvey, Louisiana. Dr. Mogabgab is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 38 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Arterial Embolism, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Mogabgab is currently accepting new patients.

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    Cardiovascular Institute

    1901 Manhattan Blvd, Suite 200, 
    Harvey, LA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    504-354-5252
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    Michael Gaglia is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Harvey, Louisiana. Dr. Gaglia is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI), and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans,, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    504-988-6113
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    Thierry Lejemtel is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans,, Louisiana. Dr. Lejemtel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy. Dr. Lejemtel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Azikiwe K. Lombard
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Azikiwe K. Lombard
    Family Medicine
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    CenterWell Mid-City

    4101 S Carrollton Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    504-372-0039
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    Azikiwe Lombard is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lombard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Lombard is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Evan L. Dvorin
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Evan L. Dvorin
    Internal Medicine
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    Ochsner Center For Primary Care & Wellness In New Orleans

    1401 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    504-842-4747
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    Evan Dvorin is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Dvorin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Dvorin is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. Dr. Dvorin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Dr. William R. Procell
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Heart Failure

    Dr. William R. Procell
    Family Medicine
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    Westcare Medical Center

    1220 Barataria Blvd, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    504-340-6711
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    William Procell is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Procell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Sitosterolemia. Dr. Procell is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Amitabh C. Pandey
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Amitabh C. Pandey
    Internal Medicine

    Tulane University School Of Medicine

    1430 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    504-988-3522
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    Amitabh Pandey is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Pandey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Stroke, Atrial Myxoma, Cardiac Ablation, and Embolectomy. Dr. Pandey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    University Healthcare System L.C.

    1415 Tulane Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    504-988-6113
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    Patrice Delafontaine is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Delafontaine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4, Heart Failure, and Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 5. Dr. Delafontaine is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Heart Failure
    Experienced in Heart Failure
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    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans,, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    504-702-3000
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    David Aguilar is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans,, Louisiana. Dr. Aguilar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Fabry Disease. Dr. Aguilar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Nassir F. Marrouche
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Nassir F. Marrouche
    Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiology
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    Crescent City Physicians Inc

    2820 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    504-821-8158
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    Nassir Marrouche is a Cardiac Electrophysiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Marrouche is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT), Cardiac Ablation, and Heart Transplant. Dr. Marrouche is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    Orleans Cardiovascular Assoc.

    2820 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    504-821-8158
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    Frank Wilklow is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Wilklow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Atherectomy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Wilklow is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    St Thomas Specialty Services LLC

    2014 Magazine St, 
    New Orleans,, LA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    504-529-5558
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    Viviana Falco is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans,, Louisiana. Dr. Falco is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, Hypertensive Heart Disease, and Pediatric Myocarditis. Dr. Falco is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure
    Advanced in Heart Failure
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    St Charles Specialty Hospital

    3700 Saint Charles Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    504-412-1520
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    Murtuza Ali is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Ali is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, and Embolectomy. Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Theodore J. Borgman
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Heart Failure

    Dr. Theodore J. Borgman
    Internal Medicine

    Crescent City Physicians Inc

    3525 Prytania St Ste 301, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    504-897-8118
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    Theodore Borgman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Borgman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Heart Failure. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Pseudomyxoma Peritonei. Dr. Borgman is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Heart Failure?

    Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is no longer able to pump oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body efficiently. This causes symptoms to occur throughout the body.

    Which doctors treat heart failure?   

    Heart failure, also called congestive heart failure, is managed by a team of specialized doctors: 

    • Primary care doctors are often the first to identify signs of heart failure. They help monitor symptoms, manage overall health, and coordinate care among specialists. They play an important role in early detection and ongoing support. 
    • Cardiologists, including heart failure specialists, lead treatment by diagnosing the condition, prescribing medications, and recommending lifestyle changes. In advanced cases, they may oversee procedures like implantable devices and heart transplants. 
    • Pulmonologists manage lung-related symptoms, such as shortness of breath, due to fluid buildup. They may prescribe diuretics or oxygen therapy to relieve congestion and improve breathing. 
    • Electrophysiologists treat heart rhythm issues (arrhythmias) that may develop with heart failure. They stabilize rhythms through medications, procedures, or implanted devices like pacemakers or defibrillators. 

    What are the symptoms of heart failure? 

    Symptoms of heart failure can vary by type and level of intensity from person to person. 

    Common signs include: 

    • Shortness of breath, especially during activity or while lying down 
    • Fatigue and weakness 
    • Swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet 
    • Rapid or irregular heartbeat 
    • Persistent cough or wheezing, often with white or pink mucus 
    • Difficulty concentrating and a general feeling of being weak or tired 

    How is heart failure diagnosed?  

    Heart failure is diagnosed through a combination of medical history, physical exams, and tests that assess heart function.  

    • Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Small sensors attached to the skin detect the heart’s rhythm and identify any irregularities, which can signal heart stress or damage. 
    • Echocardiogram: This ultrasound test uses sound waves to create live images that show the heart’s size, shape, and how well it pumps, helping doctors assess damage or weak heart muscle.  
    • Blood Tests: Tests like the B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) measure specific markers that show heart strain. Elevated BNP levels suggest the heart is under stress or working harder than normal. 
    • Chest X-ray: This imaging test shows the size of the heart and any fluid buildup in the lungs. Enlarged heart size or lung congestion can suggest heart failure.  
    • Stress Test: This test checks heart performance under exertion, usually involving exercise or medications that stimulate the heart. Doctors look at heart rate, blood pressure, and rhythm to identify defects. 
    • Cardiac MRI: A cardiac MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of the heart, which allows doctors to spot any structural and functional issues. 

    How does heart failure progress?   

    Heart failure progresses in four stages, from A to D. 

    • Stage A: High risk of developing heart failure, but without symptoms or structural heart disease. 
    • Stage B: Structural heart disease is present but without symptoms of heart failure. 
    • Stage C: Symptoms like fatigue and shortness of breath appear along with structural heart issues. 
    • Stage D: Advanced heart failure, where symptoms continue even with treatment. 

    By further classifying patients in stage C and stage D heart failure, healthcare teams can better understand how to treat symptoms in more advanced stages. The most common approach is to categorize patients based on symptom severity during physical activity.  

    • Class I means there is no limitation of physical activity 
    •  Class II means there is a slight limitation of physical activity 
    • Class III: means symptoms cause discomfort and limitation of physical activity 
    • Class IV means symptoms are present even at rest and any activity causes discomfort 

    What is the difference between a heart failure doctor and a cardiologist?  

    Both heart failure doctors and cardiologists treat heart failure, but they bring different levels of specialization. A cardiologist is a doctor who treats diseases of the heart and blood vessels, while a heart failure doctor is a cardiologist who specializes in heart failure. Cardiologists are experts in diagnosing and managing a wide range of heart conditions. Heart failure doctors focus specifically on heart failure and may prescribe advanced treatments or therapies. While both types of doctors are essential in treating heart failure, heart failure specialists provide a more focused approach for individuals with complex or severe cases.  

    What is the life expectancy of someone with heart failure? 

    Estimating survival rate is complicated because the life expectancy of someone with heart failure depends on what stage the condition is, how well they respond to treatment, and lifestyle factors. Early stages of heart failure, especially with lifestyle changes and treatment, can slow down progression. In later stages, treatment focuses on symptom management and improving quality of life. Regular follow-ups with a heart failure expert can help patients live longer, healthier lives. However, if heart failure is left untreated, it will be fatal.  

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