Dr. Raymond P Decorte MD
Surgeon
3901 Houma Blvd Suite 500 Metairie LA, 70006About
Dr. Raymond Decorte is a general surgeon practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Decorte specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Decorte provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1985
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1985
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
Provider Details
Treatments
- Melanoma
- Skin Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Gallstones
- Pain
- Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
Dr. Raymond P Decorte MD's Practice location
Practice At 3901 Houma Blvd Suite 500
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