Dr. George Richard Puente M.D.?
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Dr. George Richard Puente M.D.

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

4/5(20)
4228 Houma Blvd Suite 520 Metairie LA, 70006
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4/5

About

Dr. George Puente is a gastroenterologist practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Puente specializes in the digestive system and its diseases that affect the gastrointestinal tract, which include organs from the mouth to the anus as well as liver disorders. Gastroenterology includes conditions such as hepatitis, peptic ulcer disease, colitis, nutritional problems and irritable bowel syndrome. Dr. Puente performs colonoscopy and endoscopy procedures and provides accurate and thorough care for patients suffering from digestive issues.

Education and Training

Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1988

Tulane University of Louisiana 1988

Tulane University School of Medicine 1988

Angeles University Foundation School of Medicine

Provider Details

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Treatments

  • Anemia
  • Hepatitis
  • Acid Reflux
  • Colon Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Colon Polyps
  • Hepatitis C
  • Pain
  • Gas

Dr. George Richard Puente M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 4228 Houma Blvd Suite 520

4228 Houma Blvd Suite 520 -
Metairie, LA 70006
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New patients: 504-568-4498, 504-456-8020
Fax: 504-456-8021, 504-568-5553

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Patient Experience with Dr. Puente


4.0

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Dr. George Richard Puente M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 20 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Gastroenterologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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