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Dr. David Pointer, MD

General Surgery* Age 39
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Dr. David Pointer, MD

General Surgery* Age 39
New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
Dr. David Pointer, MD is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, LA.

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Dr. David Pointer, MD is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Pointer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Pointer's office accepts new patients. Dr. Pointer is board certified in Complex General Surgical Oncology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Adrenal Gland Cancer
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Anorectal Abscess
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Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
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Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
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Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Anoscopy
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Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy
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Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
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Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice POS
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    Navigate HMO
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    Navigate Plus POS
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    Navigate POS
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    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    APCN Choice POS II
    Aetna HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS

Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  2. 2 Lieselotte Tansey Breast Center at Ochsner
    1515 River Rd, New Orleans, LA 70121
  3. 3 Ochsner Baton Rouge Cancer Center
    17050 Medical Center Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
  4. 4 Office
    1415 Tulane Ave Ste 5522, New Orleans, LA 70112
  5. 5 Office
    150 S Liberty St, New Orleans, LA 70112
    Monday
    08:30 - 15:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 15:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 15:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 15:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Complex General Surgical Oncology and General Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Pointer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pointer's profile.

Dr. David Pointer, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. David Pointer, MD holds board certification in Complex General Surgical Oncology and General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA