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Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology* Age 42
Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD
4.5 (4 Ratings)

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Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist in New Orleans, LA.
Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD
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Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD

Pediatric Hematology & Oncology* Age 42
New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist in New Orleans, LA.

About

Dr. Fletcher graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 2008 and completed a residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist in New Orleans, LA and has 17 years experience. Dr. Fletcher currently practices at Ochsner Medical Center and are affiliated with Medical City Dallas, Forrest General Hospital, Highland Community Hospital, Ochsner LSU Health-Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center and Singing River Gulfport. At present, Dr. Fletcher received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. Fletcher's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Fletcher is board certified in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Blood Disorders
Bone Cancer
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Coagulation Disorders
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Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Diffuse Lymphoblastic Lymphoma
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Ewing's Sarcoma
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Hemochromatosis
Hemophilia
Hemophilia A
Hereditary Persistence Fetal Hemoglobin
Hodgkin's Disease
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Hypogammaglobulinemia
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma
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von Willebrand Disease
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cancer Pain Management
Cancer Treatment
Chemotherapy
Hematologic Disorder Treatment
Intrathecal Chemotherapy
Leukemia Diagnostic Evaluations
Lumbar Puncture

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • United Healthcare
  • Humana
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • Cigna
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Aetna
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Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Medical Center
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
  2. 2 Office
    1000 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433
  3. 3 Office
    7777 Forest Ln Ste D400, Dallas, TX 75230
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
  4. 4 Ochsner for Children New Orleans
    1315 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:15
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:15
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:15
    Thursday
    08:00 - 11:15
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:15
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  5. 5 Office
    501 Saunders Ave Ste 110, Tyler, TX 75702
  6. 6 Pain Management Plano
    7211 Preston Rd Ste T3920, Plano, TX 75024

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4.5
Based on 4 Reviews
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4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
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Jan 10, 2017
I can't speak highly enough about Dr. Fletcher and his amazing staff! They made us feel like family and he always took the time to explain everything about my daughter's condition.
Melissa in New Orleans, LA — Jan 10, 2017
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Specialties*
Pediatric Hematology & Oncology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    2008
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and Pediatrics
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    2009
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    2011
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    2014
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Fletcher's profile.

Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD is affiliated with Medical City Dallas, Forrest General Hospital, Highland Community Hospital, Ochsner LSU Health-Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center and Singing River Gulfport.

Yes, Dr. Matthew Fletcher, MD holds board certification in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology and Pediatrics.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Medical City Dallas

    7777 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX

  • Forrest General Hospital

    6051 U S Highway 49, Hattiesburg, MS

  • Highland Community Hospital

    130 Highland Pkwy, Picayune, MS

  • Ochsner LSU Health-Monroe Medical Center

    4864 Jackson St, Monroe, LA

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA

  • Singing River Gulfport

    15200 Community Rd, Gulfport, MS