Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Ellen L. Zakris

Radiation Oncology
Touro Infirmary
1401 Foucher St, 
New Orleans, LA 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 1 Trial
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
9
conditions
Touro Infirmary
1401 Foucher St, 
New Orleans, LA 

Overview

Ellen Zakris is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Dr. Zakris is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), and Familial Prostate Cancer.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Zakris is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Radiology in LA

Hospital Affiliations

West Jefferson Medical Center
University Medical Center New Orleans
Ochsner Medical Center Acute
Touro Infirmary

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Touro Infirmary
1401 Foucher St, New Orleans, LA 70115
Other Locations
University Medical Center
2000 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112

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.

1 Clinical Trials

Initial Feasibility Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of the Permanently Implantable LDR CivaSheet® in Combination With External Beam Radiation in the Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
Initial Feasibility Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of the Permanently Implantable LDR CivaSheet® in Combination With External Beam Radiation in the Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 17, 2025
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2

2 Total Publications

Primary Intraosseous Granular Cell Tumor of the Sphenoid and Central Skull Base in a Pediatric Patient.
Primary Intraosseous Granular Cell Tumor of the Sphenoid and Central Skull Base in a Pediatric Patient.
Journal: Fetal and pediatric pathology
Published: February 12, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ellen L. Zakris

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Is Dr. Ellen L. Zakris a top-rated expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ellen L. Zakris is classified as an Advanced expert for Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, 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. Ellen L. Zakris specialize in?

While Dr. Ellen L. Zakris is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Ellen L. Zakris participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Ellen L. Zakris has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. You can view a list of Dr. Ellen L. Zakris's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Ellen L. Zakris accept my insurance?

Dr. Ellen L. Zakris accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-897-8387 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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