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Dr. George Fuhrman, MD

Oncology
4.2 (5)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
37 years of experience

Overview of Dr. George Fuhrman, MD

Dr. George Fuhrman, MD is an Oncology Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Oncology, has 37 years of experience. They graduated from Medical College of Georgia and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center.

Dr. Fuhrman works at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Appendicitis and Incisional Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts 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. Fuhrman'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) 842-4070

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  • Ochsner Medical Center

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    About Dr. George Fuhrman, MD

    Specialties
    • Oncology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 37 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Vietnamese
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    NPI Number
    • 1215997564
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Orlando Regional Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Medical College of Georgia
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • MERCER UNIVERSITY
    Undergraduate School

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    Dr. George Fuhrman, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Fuhrman is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Fuhrman works at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. View the full address on Dr. Fuhrman’s profile.

    Dr. Fuhrman has seen patients for Appendicitis and Incisional Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Fuhrman on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    5 patients have reviewed Dr. Fuhrman. 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. Fuhrman.

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