
Dr. Scott J. Acosta MD
Internist
1111 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD. MARRERO LA, 70072About
Dr. Scott Acosta is an internist practicing in MARRERO, LA. Dr. Acosta specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Acosta provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Practice At 9000 Patricia St Suite 209
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- Dr. Patricia G Wright M.D.175 Hector Ave Gretna LA 70056
- Dr. Nayla Ziad Idriss M.D.1430 Tulane Ave Dept Of New Orleans LA 70112
- Dr. Alan J Bowers MD1111 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD MARRERO LA 70072
- Dr. Candice B Abuso MD2845 Manhattan Blvd Harvey LA 70058
- Dr. Mary Mccormick MD1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans LA 70121
Nearest Hospitals
ST BERNARD PARISH HOSPITALl
8000 WEST JUDGE PEREZ DRIVE CHALMETTE LA 70043