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    MediFind found 170 doctor with experience in Gout near Hammond, LA. Of these, 163 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

    Location:
    Hammond, LA, US
    170 providers found
    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    North Oaks Physician Group LLC

    1900 S Morrison Blvd, Suite A North Oaks Urgent Care Hmd, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (1.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hugo Valdes is a Family Medicine provider in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Valdes and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia, Atypical Pneumonia, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pacemaker Implantation, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Valdes is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    North Oaks Medical Center LLC

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr, Suite 300, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Ducombs is an Internal Medicine provider in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Ducombs and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Ducombs is currently accepting new patients.

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    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    North Oaks Medical Center LLC

    15813 Paul Vega Md Dr, Suite 300, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Plunkett is an Internal Medicine provider in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Plunkett and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Peripheral Artery Disease, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Activated PI3K Delta Syndrome (APDS). Dr. Plunkett is currently accepting new patients.

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    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine
    15744 Medical Arts Dr, 
    Hammond, LA 
     (2.7 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Margaret Winkler is an Internal Medicine provider in Hammond, Louisiana. Dr. Winkler and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Hypertensive Heart Disease, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Winkler is currently accepting new patients.

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    2120 Driftwood Blvd, 
    Kenner, LA 
     (35.8 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Norman Hill practices in Kenner, Louisiana. Dr. Hill and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gout, Tenosynovitis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Hill is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Lallie Kemp Medical Ctr

    52579 Hwy 51 S, 
    Independence, LA 
     (8.4 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tashawn Mustiful is an Internal Medicine provider in Independence, Louisiana. Dr. Mustiful and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Mustiful is currently accepting new patients.

    Christopher M. Foret
    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    St Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No 1

    82525 Hwy 25, 
    Folsom, LA 
     (18.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Foret is a Family Medicine provider in Folsom, Louisiana. Dr. Foret and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Fainting, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Foret is currently accepting new patients.

    Rheumatology
    Rheumatology

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (19.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Malik Spady is a Rheumatologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Spady and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Reactive Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Psoriasis. Dr. Spady is currently accepting new patients.

    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine
    Geriatrics | Internal Medicine

    Hospital Service District 2 Of The Parish Of Tangipahoa State Of La

    301 Walnut St, 
    Amite, LA 
     (16.1 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Muhammad Shahid is a Geriatrics specialist and an Internal Medicine provider in Amite, Louisiana. Dr. Shahid and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Fibrillation, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. Dr. Shahid is currently accepting new patients.

    General Practice
    General Practice
    309 Walnut St, Suite D, 
    Amite, LA 
     (16.1 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Derris Ray is a General Practice provider in Amite, Louisiana. Dr. Ray and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Down Syndrome, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Ray is currently accepting new patients.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine
    82525 Highway 25, 
    Folsom, LA 
     (18.5 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mark James is a Family Medicine provider in Folsom, Louisiana. Dr. James and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Penile Cancer, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Bronchitis, and Coronary Heart Disease.

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (19.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeanine Martin is a Rheumatologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Martin and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Erythema Nodosum, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Fibromyalgia, and Ankylosing Spondylitis. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (19.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Ruth Darg-Quinones is a Family Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Darg-Quinones and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Macroamylasemia, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Darg-Quinones is currently accepting new patients.

    Family Medicine
    Family Medicine

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (19.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Smith is a Family Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Smith and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (19.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Therese Posas-Mendoza is a Rheumatologist in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Posas-Mendoza and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis, and Henoch-Schonlein Purpura. Dr. Posas-Mendoza is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    Ochsner Clinic LLC

    1000 Ochsner Blvd, 
    Covington, LA 
     (19.0 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Troy Davis is an Internal Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Davis and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    St Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No 1

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
     (20.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Luis Alvarado is an Internal Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Alvarado and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Sepsis, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Alvarado is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    St Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No 1

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
     (20.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Brinkman is an Internal Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Brinkman and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Chronic Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, and Bronchiectasis. Dr. Brinkman is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    St Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No 1

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
     (20.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Glen Kesler is an Internal Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Kesler and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Chronic Pain, Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, and Hypertension. Dr. Kesler is currently accepting new patients.

    Internal Medicine
    Internal Medicine

    St Tammany Parish Hospital Service District No 1

    1202 S Tyler St, 
    Covington, LA 
     (20.9 mi)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Katie Taranto is an Internal Medicine provider in Covington, Louisiana. Dr. Taranto and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gout. Her top areas of expertise are Polycythemia Vera, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Developmental Reading Disorder, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Taranto is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 03/06/2025

    What is the definition of Gout?

    Gout is a type of arthritis. It occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and causes inflammation in the joints.

    Acute gout is a painful condition that often affects only one joint. Chronic gout is the repeated episodes of pain and inflammation. More than one joint may be affected.

    When should I see a Gout doctor near Hammond, LA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Gout doctor near Hammond, LA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Gout doctors near Hammond, LA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Gout doctors near Hammond, LA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Gout doctor near Hammond, LA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Gout doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Gout doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Gout doctor near Hammond, LA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Gout doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Gout doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Gout doctors near Hammond, LA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Gout doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Gout doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Gout doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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