Lesley Saketkoo
Expertise in
12
conditions

Dr. Lesley Saketkoo

Rheumatology
Office
1542 Tulane Ave Dept Of, 
New Orleans, LA 
Expertise in
12
conditions
Office
1542 Tulane Ave Dept Of, 
New Orleans, LA 

Overview

Lesley Saketkoo is a Rheumatologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Saketkoo is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sarcoidosis, Scleroderma, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and Pulmonary Hypertension.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 111 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in LA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

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Wellcare
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Locations

Office
1542 Tulane Ave Dept Of, 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.

4 Clinical Trials

A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Repeat-dose, Multicenter Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacokinetics of HZN-825 in Patients With Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Repeat-dose, Multicenter Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, Tolerability and Pharmacokinetics of HZN-825 in Patients With Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 06, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: HZN-825
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase 2, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blind, Open-label Extension Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Belumosudil (KD025) in Subjects With Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
A Phase 2, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Double-blind, Open-label Extension Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Belumosudil (KD025) in Subjects With Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: August 30, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Belumosudil (KD025)
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 3 Trial to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Lenabasum in Dermatomyositis
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 3 Trial to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Lenabasum in Dermatomyositis
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 16, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Lenabasum
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 3 Trial to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Lenabasum in Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 3 Trial to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Lenabasum in Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 29, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Phase: Phase 3
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111 Total Publications

The Current Status of Exercise Applications as Medicine in Myositis Diseases on Behalf of MIHRA ICERS and MIHRA Clinical Trial Sites Network.
The Current Status of Exercise Applications as Medicine in Myositis Diseases on Behalf of MIHRA ICERS and MIHRA Clinical Trial Sites Network.
Journal: Rheumatic diseases clinics of North America
Published: October 29, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lesley Saketkoo

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lesley Saketkoo?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Lesley Saketkoo by calling their office at 504-568-4498. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Lesley Saketkoo a top-rated expert for Sarcoidosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lesley Saketkoo is classified as an Elite expert for Sarcoidosis, 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. Lesley Saketkoo specialize in?

While Dr. Lesley Saketkoo is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Sarcoidosis, Scleroderma, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Lesley Saketkoo participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Lesley Saketkoo has published 111 articles and abstracts on conditions like Sarcoidosis. You can view a list of Dr. Lesley Saketkoo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Lesley Saketkoo accept my insurance?

Dr. Lesley Saketkoo accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-568-4498 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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