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Dr. George Fuhrman, MD

Oncology*
4.2 (5)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
38 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 38 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Fuhrman, completed a residency at Orlando Regional Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Fuhrman an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Fuhrman works at Practice in New Orleans, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Appendicitis 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. Fuhrman'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) 842-4070

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  • Ochsner Medical Center

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Biliary Tract Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Breast Abscess
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Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
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Colorectal Cancer
Conn's Syndrome
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Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diverticulitis
Endocrine Disorders
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
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Hypothalamus Cancer
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Intestinal Abscess
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Ischemic Colitis
Lobular Carcinoma
Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
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Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
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Obstructive Jaundice
Pancreatic Cancer
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Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peritoneal Cancer
Pineal Region Tumors
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Retroperitoneum Cancer
Rib Fracture
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Secondary Hypertension
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
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Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Urinary Tract Cancer
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Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome
Abdominoplasty
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Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Colostomy
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Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
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Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastectomy
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Oncology

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    • 38 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
    • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Mercer University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Fuhrman has seen patients for Appendicitis, 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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