The 20 Best Septic Arthritis Doctors Near Me in New Orleans, LA

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The 20 Best Septic Arthritis Doctors near New Orleans, LA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 13 doctor with experience in Septic Arthritis near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 13 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neurology
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neurology

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rima El is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. El is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Dysferlinopathy, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2C, Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 1A, and Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2B.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Umc

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Krishna Vemulapalli is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Vemulapalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Plantar Fasciitis, Accessory Deep Peroneal Nerve, Colonoscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Umc

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Barrett Hawkins is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Septic Arthritis, and Knee Replacement.

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    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Hand Surgery | Orthopedics

    Ochsner Health Center - Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza

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

    Leslie Sisco is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Sisco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Ganglion Cyst, Trigger Thumb, Tenosynovitis, and Shoulder Arthroscopy. Dr. Sisco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Punjabi, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ehtesham Khalid is a Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Khalid is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Myasthenia Gravis, and Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis. Dr. Khalid is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Office

    2000 Canal St Fl 4, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olivia Lee is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Septic Arthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Osteomyelitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Tulane Institute Of Sports Medicine

    202 McAlister Dr, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Mulcahey is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Mulcahey is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Hypermobile Joints, Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Shoulder Arthroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Internal Medicine

    Ochsner Center For Primary Care & Wellness In New Orleans

    1401 Jefferson Hwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Fernandez graduated summa cum laude from the University of Richmond in Richmond, Virginia, and earned her medical degree from LSU where she was a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. She completed her internship and residency at Earl K. Long Medical Center in Baton Rouge. She is board certified in internal medicine and has been on staff at Ochsner since the Summer of 2001. Dr. Fernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome, Folate Deficiency, Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Orthopedics

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation

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

    Mark Meyer is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Meyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), Osteoarthritis, Infectious Arthritis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Amedisys Specialized Medical Services

    110 Veterans Memorial Blvd Ste 325, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Happel is a Neurologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Happel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Migraine, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Essential Tremor.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Hwy 5th Floor, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    George Chimento is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Chimento is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Chimento is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Sports Medicine

    Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute

    1221 S Clearview Pkwy, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Brian Godshaw recently joined our group at Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute. He serves as Director of Orthopedic Research. He provides team coverage to several area high schools in the New Orleans and River Region areas. Dr. Godshaw graduated with Magna Cum Laude from Clemson University in South Carolina. He received his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin. He then completed his Orthopedic Surgery internship and residency at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation during which time he received the Researcher of the Year Award in 2019. Dr. Godshaw continued his training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center where he completed his Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship. While there, Dr. Godshaw trained under the direction of Dr. Freddie Fu, renowned sports medicine surgeon. During his fellowship year, Dr. Godshaw was team physician and provided medical coverage to the Pittsburgh Penguins, professional hockey team, University of Pittsburgh Division I football team and other Division I athletes in other sports such as basketball, soccer, volleyball, gymnastics, wrestling, baseball, softball, and swimming. He also provided medical care to athletes at Robert Morris University and Carnegie Mellon University. Dr. Godshaw has a specific interest in the advancement of sports medicine through research and has published multiple peer-reviewed scientific articles. His research has been presented at several national and international orthopedic conferences. He is board-eligible by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. His practice focuses on arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Professional society memberships include the Arthroscopy Association of North America, American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, and American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Originally from Vienna, Virginia. He enjoys spending time with this wife and son. Dr. Godshaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Arthritis, Osteotomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Septic Arthritis
    Experienced in Septic Arthritis

    Spectrum Neurology Center LLC

    3409 Division St, 
    Metairie, LA 
     (6.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Troy Beaucoudray is a Neurologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Beaucoudray is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Septic Arthritis. His top areas of expertise are Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Septic Arthritis, and Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Septic Arthritis?

    Septic arthritis is inflammation of a joint due to a bacterial or fungal infection. Septic arthritis that is due to the bacteria that cause gonorrhea, has different symptoms and is called gonococcal arthritis.

    When should I see a Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis doctors near New Orleans, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Septic Arthritis 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 Septic Arthritis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Septic Arthritis 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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