Overview
Vernon Carriere is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Metairie, Louisiana.
Dr. Carriere is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Childhood Volvulus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Portal Hypertension, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Carriere is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4228 Houma Blvd Ste 520, Metairie, LA 70006
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Carriere has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Vernon J. Carriere
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Vernon J. Carriere?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Vernon J. Carriere by calling their office at 504-349-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Vernon J. Carriere a top-rated expert for Childhood Volvulus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Vernon J. Carriere is classified as an Distinguished expert for Childhood Volvulus, 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. Vernon J. Carriere specialize in?
While Dr. Vernon J. Carriere is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Childhood Volvulus, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Portal Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Vernon J. Carriere participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Vernon J. Carriere has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Childhood Volvulus. You can view a list of Dr. Vernon J. Carriere's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Vernon J. Carriere accept my insurance?
Dr. Vernon J. Carriere accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 504-349-6401 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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- Distinguished
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Carriere isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Carriere isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Carriere isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Portal HypertensionDr. Carriere isDistinguished. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Advanced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Anal FissureDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EncopresisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- EsophagitisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- GastroparesisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- IndigestionDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Morning SicknessDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Carriere isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- Experienced
- Accessory PancreasDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- AchalasiaDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- CholestasisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- CirrhosisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Exocrine Pancreatic InsufficiencyDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GastrostomyDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HepatitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- HiccupsDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- JaundiceDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Liver FailureDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Menetrier DiseaseDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Menetrier Disease.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung DiseaseDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.
- ObesityDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- Pancreas DivisumDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Pancreas Divisum.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- ProctitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Radiation EnteritisDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Radiation Enteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Carriere isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.