Expertise in
2
conditions

Dr. Michael W. Cook

General Surgery
University Medical Center
2000 Canal St, 
New Orleans, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
2
conditions
University Medical Center
2000 Canal St, 
New Orleans, LA 

Overview

Michael Cook is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Dr. Cook is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Hernia, Obesity in Children, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 36 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Cook is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in LA

Hospital Affiliations

University Medical Center New Orleans
Touro Infirmary

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

University Medical Center
2000 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael W. Cook

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael W. Cook?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael W. Cook by calling their office at 504-702-3000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael W. Cook a top-rated expert for Obesity?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael W. Cook is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity, 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. Michael W. Cook specialize in?

While Dr. Michael W. Cook is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Hernia, and Gastric Bypass. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Michael W. Cook participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael W. Cook has published 36 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Michael W. Cook's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael W. Cook accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael W. Cook accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-702-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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