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Dr. John Nitsche, MD

Rheumatology
4.5 (168)
Map Pin Small Metairie, LA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Nitsche, MD

Dr. John Nitsche, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Metairie, LA. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Allergy & Immunology. They graduated from Hahnemann University and is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital. Dr. Nitsche, completed a residency at Tulane Med Sch|Tulane Med School. Patients rated Dr. Nitsche an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Nitsche works at Hand Center Of Louisiana in Metairie, 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. Nitsche's Office Locations

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    Metairie Office
    4228 Houma Blvd Ste 600B, Metairie, LA 70006 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 454-2191

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  • East Jefferson General Hospital

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    About Dr. John Nitsche, MD

    Specialties
    • Rheumatology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1053311530
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Rush Med Coll-St Lukes Presby|Rush University Medical Center|Scripps Clin/R&H Fdn
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Tulane Med Sch|Tulane Med School
    Residency
    Internship
    • Tulane Med School
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Hahnemann University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Allergy & Immunology, Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
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    Dr. Nitsche works at Hand Center Of Louisiana in Metairie, LA. View the full address on Dr. Nitsche’s profile.

    168 patients have reviewed Dr. Nitsche. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nitsche.

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