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Dr. Brian Kann, MD

Colorectal Surgery
4.0 (8)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Brian Kann, MD

Dr. Brian Kann, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 26 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Hahnemann Universtiy - Philadelphia and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital. Dr. Kann, completed a residency at Umdnj-Rwjms. Patients rated Dr. Kann an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Kann works at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. 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. Kann's Office Locations

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    Ochsner Medical Center
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-4060

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  • Ochsner Medical Center
  • Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital

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Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
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Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Constipation

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    About Dr. Brian Kann, MD

    Specialties
    • Colorectal Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 26 years of experience
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    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1689763179
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Ochsner Medical Center
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    Residency
    • Umdnj-Rwjms
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Hahnemann Universtiy - Philadelphia
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery
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    Dr. Kann works at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. View the full address on Dr. Kann’s profile.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Kann. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Kann.

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