Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed

Thoracic Surgery
Ochsner Health Center- Covington
1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
Covington, LA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
5
conditions
Ochsner Health Center- Covington
1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
Covington, LA 

Overview

Shafi Mohamed is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Covington, Louisiana.

Dr. Mohamed is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Heart Bypass Surgery, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Mohamed is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Lufkin
Chi St Lukes Health Memorial Livingston
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge

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
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Ochsner Health Center- Covington
1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433

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 Total Publications

A Systematic Review of Cardiovascular Health Screening in Michigan: Are We Doing Enough?
A Systematic Review of Cardiovascular Health Screening in Michigan: Are We Doing Enough?
Journal: Cureus
Published: December 28, 2025
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Ochsner Specialty Health Center - Business Park

1341 Ochsner Blvd, 
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985-875-2828
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed by calling their office at 985-875-2828. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed a top-rated expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed is classified as an Advanced expert for Aortic Valve Stenosis, 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. Shafi G. Mohamed specialize in?

While Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, and Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Aortic Valve Stenosis. You can view a list of Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed accept my insurance?

Dr. Shafi G. Mohamed accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 985-875-2828 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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