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Dr. Blane Session, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
Dr. Blane Session, MD
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Dr. Blane Session, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Covington, LA.
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Dr. Blane Session, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 45
Covington, LA
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience
Dr. Blane Session, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Covington, LA.

About

Dr. Session graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 2006 and completed a residency at LSUHSC New Orleans.Dr. Blane Session, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Covington, LA and has 18 years experience. Dr. Session currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lakeview Regional Medical Center. Dr. Session has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain and Tenosynovitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Session received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 195 times. Dr. Session's office accepts new patients. Dr. Session also speaks Spanish. Dr. Session is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Limb Pain
Tenosynovitis
Neuroplasty
Limb Pain
Tenosynovitis
Neuroplasty
Limb Pain
Tenosynovitis
Neuroplasty
De Quervain's Disease
Ganglion Cyst
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
De Quervain's Release
Elbow Tenotomy
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Amputated Arm
Amputated Finger
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arm Disorders
Arm Injuries
Arm Swelling
Arthritic Conditions of the Upper Extremity
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Wrist
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Broken Finger
Bunionette
Cancer
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Chondrocalcinosis
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Difficulty With Walking
Displaced Growth Plate Fracture
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Disorders
Elbow Fracture
Elbow Hyperextension
Elbow Injuries
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Pain
Elbow Sprain
Elbow Strain
Finger Disorders
Finger Injuries
Finger Joint Sprain
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Forearm Fracture
Forearm Injuries
Fracture
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Gout
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Growth Plate Injuries
Hammer Toe
Hand Conditions
Hand Fracture
Hand Ligament Rupture
Hand Muscle Strain
Hand Neuropathy
Hand Pain
Humerus Fracture
Knee Fracture
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Partially Dislocated Elbow (Nursemaid Elbow)
Patellar Fracture
Pediatric Fractures
Pediatric Trauma
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand and Wrist
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rupture of Ulnar Collateral Ligament of Thumb
Scapular Fracture
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Disorders
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Labral Tear
Shoulder Pain
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strain of Muscle and-or Tendon of Forearm
Tendonitis
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Thumb Basal Joint Arthritis
Ulnar Nerve Entrapment at Wrist
Wrist Disorders
Wrist Injuries
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Pain
Wrist Sprain
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arm Surgery
Arthritic Hand Reconstruction
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Basal Thumb Joint Reconstruction
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bone Scan
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Endoscopic
Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Open
Congenital Hand Surgery
Debridement
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Ligament Reconstruction
Elbow Reconstruction
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Surgery
Endoscopic Hand Surgery
Endoscopic Wrist Surgery
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Finger Amputation
Finger Joint Fusion
Fluoroscopy
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Hand and Elbow Microvascular Surgery
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fusion
Hand and Wrist Osteoarthrotomy
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Reconstruction
Hand Surgery
Hand Tendon Repair
Hand, Elbow, and Shoulder Microvascular Surgery
In-Office Surgery
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Ligament Reconstruction and Tendon Interposition (LRTI) for the Thumb
Limb Reattachment
McMurray's Test
Microsurgical Procedure
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Pediatric Reconstructive Surgery
Pediatric Surgical Procedures
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Reconstruction
Shoulder, Elbow, Hand, and Wrist Joint Reconstruction
Simple Fracture Care and Casting
Spinal and Postural Screening
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist and Forearm Tenotomy
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Ligament Reconstruction
Wrist Reconstruction
Wrist Surgery
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Insurance Accepted

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  • Tricare
  • Verity Healthnet
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    Cigna
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Locations

  1. 1 Louisiana Hand to Shoulder Center LLC
    601 River Highlands Blvd Ste 200, Covington, LA 70433
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 238-0045
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Session
4.7
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Patient Reviews
Oct 05, 2024
Dr.Sessions performed to surgeries on my right hand (carpal tunnel and trigger finger and could not be more pleased with the results or the staff!!
— Oct 05, 2024
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    2006
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
    2007
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • LSUHSC New Orleans
    2011
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Philadelphia Hand Center/Thomas Jefferson Hospital
    2012
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Blane Session, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Session's profile.

Dr. Session frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain and Tenosynovitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Blane Session, MD is affiliated with Lakeview Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Blane Session, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lakeview Regional Medical Center

    95 Judge Tanner Blvd, Covington, LA