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Dr. Michael Carpenter, MD

Dr. Michael Carpenter, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Carpenter, MD is a general surgeon in Covington, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Tammany Parish Hospital and Our Lady of the Angels Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

606 W 11th Ave Covington, LA 70433

Make an Appointment

(985) 892-3766

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Carpenter is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital Covington, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Carpenter specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Carpenter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Carpenter

4.2

22 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
14%
14%

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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
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Concetta – Nov 09, 2024
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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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Paul – Jul 29, 2024
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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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Cathy – Nov 22, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
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MA, LA – May 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
BW in Atlanta, GA – Sep 15, 2018
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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
Helpful
Talley – Jul 27, 2018
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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
11 people found this helpful
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Betty Champagne in Covington, LA – Mar 17, 2016
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Dr. Michael Carpenter, MD is a general surgeon in Covington, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Washington University School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Saint Tammany...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Tulane University Hospital And Clinics

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • Washington University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northlake Surgical Associates LTD. A Professional Medical Corp.606 W 11th Ave Covington, LA 70433
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 2:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St
    Covington, LA 70433
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    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

  • Our Lady of the Angels Hospital

    433 Plaza St
    Bogalusa, LA 70427
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    11% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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