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Dr. John Bolton, MD

Oncology*
4.4 (7)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients
48 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Bolton, MD

Dr. John Bolton, MD is an Oncology Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They specialize in Oncology, has 48 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine and is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. Dr. Bolton, completed a residency at Lsu Medical Center/Charity Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Bolton an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Bolton works at Practice in New Orleans, LA with other offices in Covington, LA. They frequently treat conditions like Upper Digestive Tract Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer and Retroperitoneum Cancer 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. Bolton's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Ochsner Clinic Foundation
    1514 Jefferson Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70121 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 842-4070
  2. 2
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    901 Ochsner Blvd, Covington, LA 70433 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 249-2383

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  • Ochsner Medical Center

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Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
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Pancreatic Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Liver Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Peritoneal Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Bile Duct Procedure
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Port Placements or Replacements
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Abdominal Disorders
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Basal Cell Carcinoma
Benign Tumor
Biliary Tract Cancer
Brain Cancer
Cancer
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Carcinoid Syndrome
Carcinoma in Situ
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Chordoma
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Coagulation Disorders
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenal Cancer
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Eye Cancer
Fracture
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Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Kidney Cancer
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Lymphoma, Large-Cell
Lymphosarcoma
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Melanoma
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Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Neutropenia
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pheochromocytoma
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pleural Effusion
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Prostate Cancer
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Reticulosarcoma
Secondary Hypertension
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thrombosis
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Tongue Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Biliary Drainage
Cancer Screening
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Esophagostomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Surgery
Hemigastrectomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Kidney Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Liver Biopsy
Lung Surgery
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Oral Cancer Screening
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Parathyroidectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Renal Transplant
Skin Screenings
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Drainage of Pleural Cavity With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Vagotomy
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Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. John Bolton, MD

    Specialties*
    • Oncology

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 48 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1154389039
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Lsu Medical Center/Charity Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Lahey Clinic
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. John Bolton, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Bolton is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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

    Dr. Bolton has seen patients for Upper Digestive Tract Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer and Retroperitoneum Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Bolton on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Bolton. 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. Bolton.

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