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Dr. Amanda Fontenot, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
4.2 (49)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Amanda Fontenot, MD

Dr. Amanda Fontenot, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 19 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Meharry Medical College and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Fontenot an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Fontenot works at Practice in New Orleans, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Morbid Obesity and Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Fontenot's Office Locations

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    Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-2701

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  • Ochsner Medical Center

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    4.2
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    Specialties*
    • Bariatric Surgery

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    • 19 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1356531131
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Meharry Medical College
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Florida A&M University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Fontenot has seen patients for Morbid Obesity and Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Fontenot on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    49 patients have reviewed Dr. Fontenot. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Fontenot.

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