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Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 65
Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD
4.8 (16 Ratings)

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Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD
4.8 (16 Ratings)
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Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD

Pulmonary Disease* Age 65
Covington, LA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD is a Pulmonologist in Covington, LA.
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Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD is a Pulmonologist in Covington, LA. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF COSTA RICA / FACULTY OF MEDICINE and completed a residency at Jackson Memorial Hosp-U Miami School of Medicine. They currently practice at Northlake Pulmonary Associates and are affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital. Dr. Blanco has experience treating conditions like Bronchitis, Shortness of Breath and Emphysema among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Blanco received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Blanco is board certified in Critical Care Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Northlake Pulmonary Associates
    1203 S Tyler St Ste 200, Covington, LA 70433
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Bronchitis
Shortness of Breath
Emphysema
Bronchitis
Shortness of Breath
Emphysema
Acute Bronchitis
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Chronic Bronchitis
Bronchoscopy
Thoracentesis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Asthma
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Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Bronchiectasis
Bronchospasm
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Chronic Sinusitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Cancer
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Pleural Effusion
Pneumonia
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Hypertension
Respiratory Failure
Sarcoidosis
Sleep Apnea
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Endoscopic Biopsy Bronchus Robotic Assist
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchiolitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Alkalosis
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Asbestosis
Aspergillosis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bronchiolitis
Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Chest Pain
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Bronchiolitis
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Chylothorax
Classic Polyarteritis Nodosa
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Common Cold
Cough
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Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Histoplasmosis
Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
Hypoxemia
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Influenza (Flu)
Inguinal Hernia
Insomnia
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Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Lung Nodule
Lymphangioma
Male Breast Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleurisy
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Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
Primary Central Sleep Apnea
Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Eosinophilia
Pulmonary Insufficiency
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Scleroderma
Secondary Malignancies
Septic Embolism
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Swine Flu
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Valley Fever
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Vulvar Cancer
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Wheezing
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Breath Testing
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy
Respiratory Management
Sleep Study
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Spirometry

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Blanco
4.8
Based on 16 Reviews
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Mar 20, 2023
One of the kindest caring doctors you’ll ever meet. Takes time to listen to you and explain things in a way that makes you feel as though you’ve been his friend for a lifetime.
Robert Haga — Mar 20, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD is a pulmonologist in Covington, LA. He specializes in Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Pulmonary Disease
Critical Care Medicine
Sleep Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF COSTA RICA / FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Jackson Memorial Hosp-U Miami School of Medicine
    1992
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Jackson Memorial Hosp-U Miami School of Medicine
    1994
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Tulane University Hospital and Clinics
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Blanco's profile.

Dr. Blanco frequently treats the following conditions: Bronchitis, Shortness of Breath and Emphysema. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Ricardo Blanco, MD holds board certification in Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St, Covington, LA

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