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Dr. William Richardson, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 65
Dr. William Richardson, MD
3.1 (16 Ratings)
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Dr. William Richardson, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA.
Dr. William Richardson, MD
3.1 (16 Ratings)
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Dr. William Richardson, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 65
New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience
Dr. William Richardson, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA.

About

Dr. Richardson graduated from HARVARD Medical School. Dr. William Richardson, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA and has 36 years experience. Dr. Richardson currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Richardson has experience treating conditions like Gastroparesis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Richardson received an average rating of 3.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 16 times. Dr. Richardson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Richardson is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gastroparesis
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastroparesis
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Removal
Obesity
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Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Pain
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Peptic Ulcer
Ventral Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Port Placements or Replacements
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholelithiasis
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Prolapse
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Obstructive Biliary Disease
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Appendectomy
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bladder Stimulator Implant
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastroparesis Therapy
Gastrotomy
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intragastric Balloon System Insertion
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Placement
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Splenectomy
Stomach Surgery
Stretta® Procedure
Vagotomy
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Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • PHCS
  • Galaxy Health Network
  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare Community Plan
  • Amerihealth
  • Employers Health Network
  • Health Payors Organization PPO
  • Prime Health Services
  • Provider Networks of America
  • Medicare
  • National Healthcare Alliance
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Gilsbar 360
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Special Needs Plan SNP
  • Optum Behavioral Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • HealthSmart
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • United Healthcare
  • USA Managed Care Organization
  • Aetna
  • Veteran Health Services
  • Coventry Health Care of Louisiana HMO
  • Medicaid
  • MHNet - Behavioral Health
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • Peoples Health
  • American Lifecare
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • Humana
  • EyeMed Vision Care
  • National Preferred Provider Network
  • Coventry Health Care

Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Richardson
3.1
Based on 16 Reviews
5 Stars (8)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (7)

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May 16, 2022
New patient Great care and very knowledgeable Support staff such as ray wonderful The fellow was very helpful All really listened!!!! If pt is waiting just need to update how long the wait will be To reinforce not forgotten
— May 16, 2022
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Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • HARVARD Medical School
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of New Orleans
    1999
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. William Richardson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Richardson's profile.

Dr. William Richardson, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. William Richardson, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA