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Dr. James Wooldridge, MD

General Surgery* Age 47
Dr. James Wooldridge, MD
4.7 (13 Ratings)

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Dr. James Wooldridge, MD is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, LA.
Dr. James Wooldridge, MD
4.7 (13 Ratings)
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Dr. James Wooldridge, MD

General Surgery* Age 47
New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Wooldridge, MD is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, LA.

About

Dr. Wooldridge graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine. Dr. James Wooldridge, MD is a General Surgeon in New Orleans, LA and has 22 years experience. Dr. Wooldridge currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Wooldridge has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Wooldridge received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Wooldridge's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Wooldridge is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Explains Conditions Well

Patients said this doctor explains conditions well.

Trustworthy

Patients said this doctor is trustworthy.

Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Removal
Obesity
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Removal
Obesity
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Umbilical Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Endoscopy
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Prolapse
Lung Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pediatric Obesity
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Reflux Nephropathy
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastrectomy
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Heller Myotomy
Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
ORBERA™ Intragastric Balloon System Insertion
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Splenectomy
Stomach Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Weight Loss Revisional Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Basic Plan
  • United Healthcare
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Gilsbar 360
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • Molina
  • Special Needs Plan SNP
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • American Lifecare
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Evolutions Healthcare Systems
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Three Rivers Provider Network
  • Health Payors Organization PPO
  • Always Care Benefits
  • HealthSmart
  • Prime Health Services
  • National Preferred Provider Network
  • EyeMed Vision Care
  • Galaxy Health Network
  • PHCS
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • USA Managed Care Organization
  • Cigna
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • Employers Health Network
  • United Healthcare Community Plan
  • Medicare
  • Humana
  • Coventry Health Care of Louisiana HMO
  • Peoples Health
  • National Healthcare Alliance
  • Provider Networks of America
  • Medicaid
  • Aetna

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wooldridge
4.7
Based on 13 Reviews
5 Stars (12)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Patient Reviews
Dec 05, 2022
I get seen and taken care of on time
Cathy Percy — Dec 05, 2022
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Tennessee College of Medicine
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of California, Irvine School of Medicine
    2009
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Wooldridge, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Wooldridge's profile.

Dr. James Wooldridge, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Wooldridge, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA