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Dr. Fred Defrancesch, MD

Dr. Fred Defrancesch, MD

Spinal Cord Injury Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Fred Defrancesch, MD is a spinal cord injury specialist in La Place, LA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital and Medical Center Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

2840 W Airline Hwy Ste A La Place, LA 70068
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(985) 479-8000

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Defrancesch specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Spinal Injury Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Defrancesch's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Defrancesch

4.5

21 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jul 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Angela B in LaPlace, La – Jun 10, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Lissa in Baton Rouge, LA – Oct 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Tammy Glover in Destrehan, LA – Jul 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Fred Defrancesch, MD is a spinal cord injury specialist in La Place, LA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Spinal Cord Injury Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Medical Center La-lsu School Med

    Residency Hospital, 2000

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995

  • Loyola University Of New Orleans

    Undergraduate School, 1991
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Internal Medicine
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Spinal Injury Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
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Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Practice

Office2840 W Airline Hwy Ste A La Place, LA 70068
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital

    42570 S Airport Rd
    Hammond, LA 70403
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    87%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital

    4608 Highway 1
    Raceland, LA 70394

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • St. James Parish Hospital

    1645 Lutcher Ave
    Lutcher, LA 70071

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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