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Dr. George Chimento, MD

Dr. George Chimento, MD

Orthopedics*
30+ years of experience

Dr. George Chimento, MD is an orthopedic specialist in New Orleans, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Health Center-Hancock. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

1514 Jefferson Hwy Fl 5 New Orleans, LA 70121
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(504) 842-3970

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chimento specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Chimento's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chimento

4.1

28 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Total Knee Replacement – Feb 19, 2025
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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
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Kim – Jun 13, 2023
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 12, 2021
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Daphne Berg – Jun 09, 2020
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Toni Coogan in metairie, la – Jun 27, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Joyce in New Orleans, LA – Mar 24, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Chuck in New Orleans, LA – Mar 22, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wareagle in Mobile, AL – Dec 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. George Chimento is consistently listed as one of the Best Doctors in America and has been recognized by US News and World Report as one of the top Orthopaedic Surgeons in the country. His practice focuses on primary and revision hip and knee...read more

biography

Dr. Chimento is the Chair of Orthopaedic Surgery for Ochsner Health System in New Orleans and the Gulf South area. His practice focuses on primary and revision hip and knee replacement surgery. He is consistently listed as one...read more

  • Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Hospital For Special Surgery/weill Medical College Of Cornell University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000

  • Tulane University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1990

  • Providence College

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office1514 Jefferson Hwy Fl 5 New Orleans, LA 70121
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Bernard Parish Hospital

    8000 W Judge Perez Dr
    Chalmette, LA 70043

    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

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Health Center-Hancock

    149 Drinkwater Rd
    Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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