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    MediFind found 191 doctor with experience in Peptic Ulcer near Kenner, LA. Of these, 181 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    191 providers found
      Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
      Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
      Distinguished in Peptic Ulcer
      Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
      4315 Houma Blvd, Suite 304, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Henry Pretus is a Vascular Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Pretus is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Peptic Ulcer, Arterial Insufficiency, Cellulitis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Pretus is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner 65 Plus - Lafreniere

      7060 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Elena Rada is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Rada is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome, Sepsis, Familial Dysautonomia, Endoscopy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Rada is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer

      Ochsner Health Center - Driftwood

      2120 Driftwood Blvd, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Rafael Cortes is a board certified Family Medicine physician. He provides primary medical care ranging from pediatric to adult patients, specializing in geriatric patients. Dr. Cortes is a graduate of the LSU Family Medicine Residency program where he served as Chief Resident. He also completed his fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at LSU. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from medical school at St. John the Baptist School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. Dr. Cortes is fluent in both English and Spanish. Dr. Cortes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Hospital Medicine

      Ochsner Medical Center - Kenner

      180 West Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Radha Garikepati is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Garikepati is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Sepsis, Acute Kidney Failure, and High Potassium Level.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery

      Ochsner Health Center - Kenner

      200 W Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jacob Dowden is a General Surgeon in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Dowden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Dowden is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Gastroenterology
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Gastroenterology

      Ochsner Health Center - Kenner

      200 W Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dr. Christopher Hodnette received his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. He then went on to earn his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. Following graduation, he completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Baton Rouge General Hospital. Dr. Hodnette is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Painful Swallowing, Swallowing Difficulty, Angiodysplasia of the Colon, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery

      Ochsner Health Center - Kenner

      200 W Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Elliot J. Scott, MD, practices general surgery and endocrine surgery at Ochsner Health. Dr. Scott earned his medical doctorate from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans in 2015. He is board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He completed a fellowship in endocrine surgery at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai in New York. Dr. Scott actively participates in the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons to stay updated on medical advancements. Dr. Scott is dedicated to addressing the medical needs of his patients. Dr. Scott is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Delirium, Ogilvie Syndrome, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery

      Ochsner Health Center - Kenner

      200 W Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Jarret Brashear is originally from north Louisiana where he attended Louisiana Tech University as an undergraduate. After completion of his undergraduate studies, he moved to New Orleans to attended medical school at Louisiana State University where he earned his Medical Doctorate. Dr. Brashear is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

      4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      David Klibert is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Klibert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

      4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dr. Dantagnan received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine. Following this he completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Louisiana State University School of Medicine/Charity Hospital in New Orleans. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has been on staff at Ochsner since 2019. His expertise is in primary care and internal medicine. Dr. Dantagnan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine

      Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

      4430 Veterans Memorial Blvd, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brittany Tav is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Tav is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension. Dr. Tav is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
      200 W Esplanade Ave, Suite 312, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Mohammad Suleman is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Suleman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Peptic Ulcer, Colostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Suleman is currently accepting new patients.

      Richard E. Bridges
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine

      East Jefferson Physicians Group LLC

      4228 Houma Blvd, Suite 200, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (3.9 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Bridges is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Bridges is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. Dr. Bridges is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery | Emergency Medicine
      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      General Surgery | Emergency Medicine

      Rapid Urgent Care Inc

      3908 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Suite 5, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (4.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Jorge Melara is a General Surgeon and an Emergency Medicine provider in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Melara is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Infection, and Necrosis.

      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine
      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine

      East Jefferson Family Practice L.L.C.

      3848 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Suite 101, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (4.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Dung Tran is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Tran is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Hypertensive Heart Disease, Vitamin D Deficiency, Enlarged Liver, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. Dr. Tran is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      Vascular Surgery
      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      Vascular Surgery

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

      Dean Yamaguchi is a Vascular Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Yamaguchi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Yamaguchi is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer
      Advanced in Peptic Ulcer

      Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

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

      Waldermar Sternbergh is a Vascular Surgeon in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Sternbergh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Arterial Insufficiency, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sternbergh is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Family Medicine

      Quynh Mai Clinic LLC

      1308 Williams Blvd, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (0.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Quynh Mai is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Mai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Nephrosclerosis, Renovascular Hypertension, Nasal Flaring, and Pericarditis. Dr. Mai is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine
      3321 Florida Ave, Suite A, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Raul Estaris is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Estaris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. His top areas of expertise are Absence Seizure, Aluminosis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Hyperlipidemia Type 3. Dr. Estaris is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Peptic Ulcer
      Internal Medicine

      Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Faculty

      180 W Esplanade Ave, 
      Kenner, LA 
       (2.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kristi Boudreaux is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Boudreaux is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Low Blood Pressure, Orthostatic Hypotension, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Boudreaux is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      What is the definition of Peptic Ulcer?

      A peptic ulcer is an open sore or raw area in the lining of the stomach (gastric ulcer) or in the first part of the small intestine (duodenal ulcer).

      There are two types of peptic ulcers:

      • Gastric ulcer -- occurs in the stomach
      • Duodenal ulcer -- occurs in the first part of the small intestine

      When should I see a Peptic Ulcer doctor near Kenner, 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor near Kenner, 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 Peptic Ulcer doctors near Kenner, 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 Peptic Ulcer doctors near Kenner, 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor near Kenner, 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Peptic Ulcer 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor near Kenner, 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 Peptic Ulcer 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 Peptic Ulcer 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 Peptic Ulcer doctors near Kenner, LA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Peptic Ulcer 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 Peptic Ulcer doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Peptic Ulcer 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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