Overview
Melvin Almodovar is a Pediatric Cardiologist practicing medicine in New Orleans,, Louisiana.
His clinical expertise encompasses Truncus Arteriosus, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), Congenital Heart Disease (CHD), and Heart Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 30 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans,, LA 70118
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. Melvin Almodovar
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melvin Almodovar?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melvin Almodovar by calling their office at 504-896-9751. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melvin Almodovar a top-rated expert for Truncus Arteriosus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melvin Almodovar is classified as an Experienced expert for Truncus Arteriosus, 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. Melvin Almodovar specialize in?
While Dr. Melvin Almodovar is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Truncus Arteriosus, Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), and Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Melvin Almodovar participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melvin Almodovar has published 30 articles and abstracts on conditions like Truncus Arteriosus. You can view a list of Dr. Melvin Almodovar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melvin Almodovar accept my insurance?
Dr. Melvin Almodovar accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-896-9751 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Almodovar isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Heart TransplantDr. Almodovar isExperienced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)Dr. Almodovar isExperienced. Learn about Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).
- Truncus ArteriosusDr. Almodovar isExperienced. Learn about Truncus Arteriosus.