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Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD

Cardiovascular Surgery* Age 54
Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD
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Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD is a Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA.
Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD
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Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD

Cardiovascular Surgery* Age 54
Covington, LA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD is a Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA.
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Dr. Pettiford graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1996 and completed a residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC).Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD is a Cardiovascular Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA and has 28 years experience. Dr. Pettiford currently practices at Ochsner St. Tammany Cancer Center and are affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital. At present, Dr. Pettiford received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Pettiford's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Pettiford is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner St. Tammany Cancer Center
    900 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433

Experience and Background Check

Decortication and Pleurectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Aortic Ectasia
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Tumor
Cancer
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Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Flail Chest
Hiatal Hernia
Lung Cancer
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Malignant Mesothelioma
Mediastinal Tumors
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Paralyzed Diaphragm
Pericardial Disease
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pulmonary Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Thymomas
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Diaphragmatic-Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lung Surgery
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Thymectomy
Partial Lobectomy with Robotic Assist
Port Placements or Replacements
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Drainage of Pleural Cavity With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Pneumonectomy
Thoracoscopic Segmentectomy
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Tracheal Surgery

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Aug 01, 2020
Dr. Pettiford and his staff are outstanding. The staff was wonderful while preparing me for surgery. Dr. Pettiford came to my room with his assistant on numerous occasions to check in on me and I was only in the hospital a day and a half. The surgery went excellent. The staff made sure all of my medications were available and my follow-up appointments set even before I left the hospital. Dr. Pettiford and his staff take care of their patients well! If you are having GERD, hiatial hernia and/or reflux problems go make an appointment with him, you and your family will not be disappointed.
Georgia — Aug 01, 2020
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD is a cardiovascular surgery specialist in Covington, LA and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1996. He specializes in Cardiovascular Surgery and Thoracic Surgery.
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Specialties*
Cardiovascular Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
    2001
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
    2003
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pettiford's profile.

Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Brian Pettiford, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Dr. Pettiford has over 28 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St, Covington, LA

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