The 20 Best Muscle Atrophy Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Muscle Atrophy near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 15 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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16 providers found
    Advanced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Srinivas Vuppala is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Vuppala is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Kidney Disease, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Muscle Atrophy, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Vuppala is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Impact Behavior Health Service

    1406 Esplanade Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rosalind Cropper is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Cropper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Contracture Deformity, Dysgraphia, Long Haul COVID, and Familial Periodic Paralysis.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy

    Touro Infirmary

    1401 Foucher St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Whipple is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Whipple is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Gangrene, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Whipple is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Geriatrics
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Geriatrics
    Referral may be required

    Internal Medicine Specialists Inc

    3525 Prytania St Ste 526, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jay St John is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. St John is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Malnutrition, and Painful Swallowing. Dr. St John is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - New Orleans, LA

    2820 Napoleon Ave Ste 460, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Wise is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Wise is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Transthyretin Amyloid Cardiomyopathy, Transthyretin Amyloidosis, Subacute Combined Degeneration, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Wise is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Family Medicine

    Synergy Wellness Solutions LLC

    1500 Lafayette St Ste 141, 
    Gretna, LA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ronald Mclendon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Gretna, Louisiana. Dr. Mclendon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. His clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Atrophy, Alzheimer's Disease, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mclendon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Passages Palliative Care LLC

    617 Dublin St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    47+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Parimal Parikh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. He has been practicing medicine for over 47 years. Dr. Parikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gerstmann Syndrome, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Parikh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    MDVIP - Metairie, LA

    701 Metairie Rd Ste 2A202, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Myers is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Swallowing Difficulty, Painful Swallowing, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Myers is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    West Jefferson Medical Center

    1101 Medical Center Blvd, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alan Bowers is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Bowers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Bowers is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    D'wan Carpenter is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Carpenter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Atrophy, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, and Cervical Spondylosis. Dr. Carpenter is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Referral may be required

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Susan Nelson is a Geriatrics provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. Her clinical expertise encompasses Muscle Atrophy. Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1255 Avenue D, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Charles Simonson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Simonson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kwashiorkor, Low Potassium Level, Gitelman Syndrome, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    3901 Houma Blvd Ste 202, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Pedro Romaguera is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Romaguera is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Liver, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Nephrosclerosis, and Vitamin D Deficiency. Dr. Romaguera is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste N411, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Cory Cashman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Cashman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Phantom Limb Pain, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Cashman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Family Medicine

    Pramela R Ganji MD Apmc

    1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste S555, 
    Marrero, LA 
     (8.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Russo is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Marrero, Louisiana. Dr. Russo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrosis, Acute Kidney Failure, Peptic Ulcer, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Russo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Muscle Atrophy
    Internal Medicine

    Metairie Health Care Center

    6401 Riverside Dr, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Matrisciano is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Matrisciano is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Muscle Atrophy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Urinary Tract Infection in Children.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Muscle Atrophy?

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    The medical term for a stork bite is nevus simplex. A stork bite is also called a salmon patch.

    When should I see a Muscle Atrophy doctor near New Orleans, 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 Muscle Atrophy doctor near New Orleans, 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 Muscle Atrophy doctors near New Orleans, 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 Muscle Atrophy doctors near New Orleans, 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 Muscle Atrophy doctor near New Orleans, 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 Muscle Atrophy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Muscle Atrophy 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 Muscle Atrophy doctor near New Orleans, 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 Muscle Atrophy 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 Muscle Atrophy 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 Muscle Atrophy doctors near New Orleans, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Muscle Atrophy 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 Muscle Atrophy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Muscle Atrophy 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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