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Dr. David Fontenot, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 56
Dr. David Fontenot, MD
4.9 (148 Ratings)
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Dr. David Fontenot, MD is an Internist in Baton Rouge, LA.
Dr. David Fontenot, MD
4.9 (148 Ratings)
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Dr. David Fontenot, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 56
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience
Dr. David Fontenot, MD is an Internist in Baton Rouge, LA.

About

Dr. Fontenot graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1994 and completed a residency at Earl K Long Medical Center.Dr. David Fontenot, MD is an Internist in Baton Rouge, LA and has 30 years experience. Dr. Fontenot currently practices at The Baton Rouge Clinic AMC and are affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. At present, Dr. Fontenot received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 148 times. Dr. Fontenot's office accepts new patients. Dr. Fontenot is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Immunization Administration
Shortness of Breath
Pharyngitis
Immunization Administration
Shortness of Breath
Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Fever
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Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Nausea
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Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Diabetes Counseling
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alkalosis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Neck
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Black Hairy Tongue
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Cluster Headache
Coccygeal Pain
Common Cold
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Esophagitis
Excessive Sweating
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hives
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Perimenopause
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stye
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Symptomatic Menopause
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Stones
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer

Insurance Accepted

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  • Humana
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  • Medicare
  • Veteran Health Services
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Locations

  1. 1 Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.
    7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Monday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fontenot
4.9
Based on 148 Reviews
5 Stars (143)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    1994
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Earl K Long Medical Center
    1995
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Earl K Long Medical Center
    1997
Residency Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Fontenot communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Fontenot offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Fontenot offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Fontenot have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Fontenot offer weekend visits?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Fontenot, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Fontenot's profile.

Dr. David Fontenot, MD is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. David Fontenot, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA