Overview
Fred Defrancesch is a Physiatrist in La Place, Louisiana. Dr. Defrancesch is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Pain, Herniated Disk, and Neuralgia.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2840 W Airline Hwy Ste A, La Place, LA 70068
3001 19th St, Metairie, LA 70002
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.
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
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Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Fred Defrancesch
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Fred Defrancesch?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Fred Defrancesch by calling their office at 985-479-8000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Fred Defrancesch a top-rated expert for Cervical Spondylosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Fred Defrancesch is classified as an Advanced expert for Cervical Spondylosis, 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. Fred Defrancesch specialize in?
While Dr. Fred Defrancesch is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Cervical Spondylosis, Chronic Pain, and Herniated Disk. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Fred Defrancesch participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Fred Defrancesch has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Spondylosis. You can view a list of Dr. Fred Defrancesch's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Fred Defrancesch accept my insurance?
Dr. Fred Defrancesch accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 985-479-8000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Defrancesch isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Chronic PainDr. Defrancesch isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Pain.
- Herniated DiskDr. Defrancesch isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- NeuralgiaDr. Defrancesch isAdvanced. Learn about Neuralgia.
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- BursitisDr. Defrancesch isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Complex Regional Pain SyndromeDr. Defrancesch isExperienced. Learn about Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Defrancesch isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Defrancesch isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- Muscle SpasmsDr. Defrancesch isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Spasms.
- OpisthotonosDr. Defrancesch isExperienced. Learn about Opisthotonos.