Overview

Diego Lara is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana.

His clinical expertise encompasses Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Mitral Atresia, Pediatric Myocarditis, and Heterotaxy Syndrome.

Dr. Lara is board certified in American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics and American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Lara is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Cardiology

Board Certifications

American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
American Board Of Pediatrics - Pediatric Cardiology

Fellowships

Baylor College of Medicine - GME, Pediatric Cardiology
Year Completed: 2015, Advanced Cardiac Imaging
Year Completed: 2016

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
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Locations

Ochsner Children’s Health Center - New Orleans
1319 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Lara has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Diego A. Lara

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Diego A. Lara?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Diego A. Lara by calling their office at 504-842-5200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Diego A. Lara a top-rated expert for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Diego A. Lara is classified as an Experienced expert for Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Diego A. Lara specialize in?

While Dr. Diego A. Lara is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Mitral Atresia, and Pediatric Myocarditis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.

Does Dr. Diego A. Lara participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Diego A. Lara has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). You can view a list of Dr. Diego A. Lara's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Diego A. Lara accept my insurance?

Dr. Diego A. Lara accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-842-5200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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