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Dr. David Vargas, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 62
Dr. David Vargas, MD
4.3 (11 Ratings)
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Dr. David Vargas, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in New Orleans, LA.
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Dr. David Vargas, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 62
New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
Dr. David Vargas, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in New Orleans, LA.

About

Dr. Vargas graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed a residency at General General Surgery, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, PA. Dr. David Vargas, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Vargas currently practices at Ochsner Medical Center and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Vargas has experience treating conditions like Anal and Rectal Cancer and Anal or Rectal Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Vargas received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Vargas' office accepts new patients. Dr. Vargas is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Colectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Colectomy
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Colectomy
Intestinal Obstruction
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Crohn's Disease
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Rectal Prolapse
Ulcerative Colitis
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Anal Fissure
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Carcinoma in Situ
Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Rectovaginal Fistula
Secondary Malignancies
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Anal Cauterization
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Fecal Impaction Removal
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparotomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pelvic Exenteration (For: Gynecologic, Urinary, or Colorectal Malignancy)
Puncture Aspiration
Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
Sphincterotomy
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Vaginectomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • National Healthcare Alliance
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Provider Networks of America
  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • Special Needs Plan SNP
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • American Lifecare
  • Galaxy Health Network
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • National Preferred Provider Network
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • Prime Health Services
  • Humana
  • PHCS
  • United Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Health Payors Organization PPO
  • Employers Health Network
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Coventry Health Care of Louisiana HMO
  • USA Managed Care Organization

Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Medical Center
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 316-1074
  2. 2 Rcoa Imaging Service
    1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 875-2828
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  3. 3 Ochsner Foundation Hospital PSYCH
    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-3339
  4. 4 Ochsner St. Tammany Cancer Center
    900 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 249-2383
    Monday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 18:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  5. 5 Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-4060

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargas
4.3
Based on 11 Reviews
5 Stars (9)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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May 09, 2022
Dr. David Vargas is an exceptional surgeon. If surgery is needed he will explain the procedure before hand. He will address your medical issues with professionalism. "5 STARS" for this doctor.
Mr. E. — May 09, 2022
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Virginia School of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Shadyside Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • General General Surgery, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, PA
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Colorectal Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Vargas, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Vargas' profile.

Dr. Vargas frequently treats the following conditions: Anal and Rectal Cancer and Anal or Rectal Pain. See more on Sharecare.

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

Yes, Dr. David Vargas, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA