Overview
Richard Abben is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Houma, Louisiana.
Dr. Abben is highly rated in 52 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Pacemaker Implantation, and Cardiac Ablation.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Abben is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
225 Dunn St, Houma, LA 70360
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.
2 Clinical Trials
Cardiovascular Institute
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Southern Regional Medical Center
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Cardiovascular Institute
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard P. Abben
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard P. Abben?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard P. Abben by calling their office at 985-876-0300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard P. Abben a top-rated expert for Heart Failure?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard P. Abben is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Failure, 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. Richard P. Abben specialize in?
While Dr. Richard P. Abben is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Richard P. Abben participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard P. Abben has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Richard P. Abben's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard P. Abben accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard P. Abben accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 985-876-0300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- AnginaDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Angina.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- AtherosclerosisDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Atrial FibrillationDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Atrial Fibrillation.
- CardiomyopathyDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Cardiomyopathy.
- Coronary Heart DiseaseDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Coronary Heart Disease.
- FaintingDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Fainting.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- Heart FailureDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Failure.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- High CholesterolDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Hypertension.
- Hypertensive Heart DiseaseDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Hypertensive Heart Disease.
- NecrosisDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Necrosis.
- Pediatric MyocarditisDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Pediatric Myocarditis.
- Pulmonary EdemaDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Pulmonary Edema.
- SitosterolemiaDr. Abben isDistinguished. Learn about Sitosterolemia.
- Advanced
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.
- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Bidirectional TachycardiaDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Bidirectional Tachycardia.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia
- Degos DiseaseDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Degos Disease.
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Dr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM).
- Ectopic HeartbeatDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Ectopic Heartbeat.
- Familial Dilated CardiomyopathyDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy.
- Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope
- Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect
- Familial Ventricular Tachycardia
- Heart AttackDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Attack.
- His Bundle TachycardiaDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about His Bundle Tachycardia.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)
- Low Blood PressureDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Low Blood Pressure.
- Metabolic SyndromeDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Metabolic Syndrome.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Multifocal Atrial TachycardiaDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Multifocal Atrial Tachycardia.
- Pacemaker ImplantationDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Pacemaker Implantation.
- Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia (PSVT)
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- Pulmonary HypertensionDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Hypertension.
- Sengers SyndromeDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Sengers Syndrome.
- Sick Sinus SyndromeDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Sick Sinus Syndrome.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Venous InsufficiencyDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Venous Insufficiency.
- Ventricular TachycardiaDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Ventricular Tachycardia.
- Wolff-Parkinson-White SyndromeDr. Abben isAdvanced. Learn about Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Acute Coronary SyndromeDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Acute Coronary Syndrome.
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- ArachnodactylyDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Arachnodactyly.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Atrial MyxomaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Myxoma.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Brugada SyndromeDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Brugada Syndrome.
- Cardiac AblationDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Ablation.
- Cardiac ArrestDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Arrest.
- Cardiac DiverticulumDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Cardiac Diverticulum.
- Cardiomyopathy Due to AnthracyclinesDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Cardiomyopathy Due to Anthracyclines.
- Congenital Contractural Arachnodactyly
- Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).
- Cor PulmonaleDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Cor Pulmonale.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Defective Apolipoprotein B-100Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.
- Doxorubicin-Induced CardiomyopathyDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiomyopathy.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndocarditisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.
- Factor V Leiden ThrombophiliaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Factor V Leiden Thrombophilia.
- Familial DysautonomiaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Familial Dysautonomia.
- Familial HypertriglyceridemiaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.
- Heart MurmursDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Heart Murmurs.
- Heart TumorDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Heart Tumor.
- Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
- Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH)
- Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlipoproteinemia Type 4.
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM).
- Infective EndocarditisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Infective Endocarditis.
- Lung NodulesDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- LymphangiectasisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangiectasis.
- Marfan SyndromeDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Marfan Syndrome.
- Meige DiseaseDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Meige Disease.
- Mitral Valve ProlapseDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Mitral Valve Prolapse.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Paroxysmal Ventricular FibrillationDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Paroxysmal Ventricular Fibrillation.
- Patent Foramen OvaleDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Patent Foramen Ovale.
- PericarditisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Pericarditis.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
- Primary Intestinal LymphangiectasiaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Primary Intestinal Lymphangiectasia.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive DiseaseDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease.
- Short QT SyndromeDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Short QT Syndrome.
- Stable AnginaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Stable Angina.
- Subvalvular Aortic StenosisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- ThrombophlebitisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Thrombophlebitis.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)Dr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).
- Unstable AnginaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Unstable Angina.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- VasculitisDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Vasculitis.
- Ventricular FibrillationDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about Ventricular Fibrillation.
- X-Linked Cardiac Valvular DysplasiaDr. Abben isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Cardiac Valvular Dysplasia.