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Dr. Nicholas Persich, MD

Gastroenterology
5.0 (57)
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36 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Nicholas Persich, MD

Dr. Nicholas Persich, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Metairie, LA. They specialize in Gastroenterology, has 36 years of experience. They graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine and is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Persich an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Persich works at Practice in Metairie, LA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Persich's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Metairie Gastroenterology Apmc
    4228 Houma Blvd Ste 120, Metairie, LA 70006 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 456-6701
  2. 2
    Jefferson Electrophysiology
    4224 Houma Blvd Ste 400, Metairie, LA 70006 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 456-8020

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  • East Jefferson General Hospital

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    About Dr. Nicholas Persich, MD

    Specialties
    • Gastroenterology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1235245705
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Hotel Dieu Hosp
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    Internship
    • Medical Center of Louisiana-New Orleans
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    Medical Education
    • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • LSU Affil Hosp
    Undergraduate School

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