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Dr. Bruce Pistorius, MD

Pediatrics*
4.4 (8)
Map Pin Small Shreveport, LA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Bruce Pistorius, MD

Dr. Bruce Pistorius, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Shreveport, LA. They specialize in Pediatrics, has 45 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine and is affiliated with WK Pierremont Health Center. Dr. Pistorius, completed a residency at LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Pistorius an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Pistorius works at Pediatric Healthcare Associates in Shreveport, 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. Pistorius' Office Locations

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    Portico Pediatrics
    1717 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71105 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (318) 212-3930
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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  • WK Pierremont Health Center

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    Specialties*
    • Pediatrics

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    Years of Experience
    • 45 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1851399265
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
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    • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
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    Medical Education
    • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
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    • Pediatrics
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    Dr. Bruce Pistorius, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Pistorius is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Pistorius has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Pistorius works at Pediatric Healthcare Associates in Shreveport, LA. View the full address on Dr. Pistorius’s profile.

    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Pistorius. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Pistorius.

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