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Dr. Michael McCarthy, MD

Dr. Michael McCarthy, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael McCarthy, MD is a pulmonologist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McCarthy has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 174 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (174 reviews)

Practice

7373 Perkins Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McCarthy specializes in the area of Pulmonary Disease. 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. McCarthy's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCarthy

4.8
174 ratings, 148 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Highly recommend
I have been a patient of Dr Mccarthy’s for almost 20 years. He is always kind and never seems rushed. His visits are thorough and he is always responsive when needed outside of appointments.
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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Karla V – Mar 25, 2025
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Dr. McCarthy is thorough, listens and asks questions. He follows up and messages you personally through MyChart. I highly recommend.
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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J W – Feb 19, 2025
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A great physician
Whenever I have a visit with Dr, McCarthy it is a pleasure. He answers all my questions and is always ready to help me.&
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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Pam P – Feb 08, 2025
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LOVE Dr. McCarthy (reviewed imaging results)
The thing that stood out the most to me @ this visit was that I brought in discs with EVERY MRI & CT Scan that I ever had for comparison & for future reference. It took me time go to all different locations to gather all that. Thankfully, he is the kind of doctor that kept them & loaded them in my patient portal to have them for future reference. I appreciate that he took the time to sit with me and explain the images he had. I left there feeling a big weight of worry had been lifted and confident that this doctor is watching me closely, cares about my well being (physically & mentally), & that my concerns were heard & taken seriously. I can finally have some peace of mind that I am being monitored appropriately. I love Dr McCarthy. He is always so professional, punctual, empathetic, caring, thorough…..
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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Amy M Lee – Dec 09, 2024
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Friendly, personable,carrying knowledgeable and very through. Glad he’s my pulmonologist.
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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Richard Argyle – Nov 14, 2024
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Excellent physician!
Shows a personal interest. Explains very well. Reviews all scans himself & calls personally with results. Excellent level of care!
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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Jan Terito – Nov 05, 2024
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Sleep apnia.
He answered my questions clearly during the office visits, and I didn’t feel like I was being rushed. I’m confident that I’m receiving good care for my condition.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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D. Eure – Sep 26, 2024
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Thoughtful and caring Physician
I have seen many physicians over the years. However I must say that Dr McCarthy is one of the most thoughtful and caring physician I have encountered. His exams are very thorough as he is searching for the cause of your dilemma that you are experiencing. The methodology he uses to get to the root of the cause is one that use all diatonic tools available. But mostly he listens and evaluates and pays close attention to what YOU the patient is saying. I would recommend him highly to anyone one needing a pulmonologist. .
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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Michael Denicola – Sep 17, 2024
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Great experience
Dr McCarthy was very thorough with my examination and explanation. He did not rush thru my appointment at all.
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
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MC – Sep 04, 2024
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Professional
He is so nice. He is friendly, pleasant and patient focused always . He explains things in an easy to understand manner.
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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Aug 27, 2024
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Great doctor.
My first visit with him and loved everything about him. Thorough, very knowledgeable, personable, and pleasant. I would recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 24, 2024
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Excellent Pulmonologist!
Always kind! Walks in the room and greets you with a smile. I have complete confidence in his experience with my health issue.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Donna Theriot – Jul 16, 2024
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Wonderful Doctor
Excellent Doctor!!! Dr McCarthy is always pleasant, he always takes the time to diagnose your issue, and discuss with you your treatment plan. He is never in a rush, and rarely runs late. If he is, I know it’s for a good reason, and if I needed extra medical attention he would do the same for me. I’ve been seeing him for over 25 years, and I’m thankful he is my doctor.
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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B Miller – Jul 03, 2024
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Wish I could clone this dr
Dr. McCarthy is hands down the absolute best doctor I have ever encountered! We need to clone him for other areas of medicine. He treated my dad, my mother in law and me. He has knowledge, compassion and a sense of humor! What more could you ask for?
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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McComas – Jun 13, 2024
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Dr McCarthy is simply the best!
Dr McCarthy is always always very attentive to me and my health concerns. He never rushes through my visit. He’s simply the best!
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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Jun 11, 2024
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Good visit
He takes his time with me. No rush to finish the visit.
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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May 29, 2024
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Office visit comments
The staff is friendly. Dr. McCarthy explains conditions well. He listen and answer questions. The appointment wasn’t rush. No long wait time.
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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Joyce Cushenberry – May 24, 2024
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Best pulmonologist
Takes time to explain everything
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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Randolph Breaux – May 21, 2024
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Best Doctor
Dr. McCarthy is very patient and takes the time to speak to his patients. He answers questions and explains conditions and test results in a way the patient can understand. Considers and explains all the patient’s other health issues and interactions involved as related to his treatments.
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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D Major – May 09, 2024
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Liked him at first until he sent me a rude email
I liked him initially but then when a test came back, he emailed me on mychart to tell me about it and said if I had questions to let him know. So I asked him questions, then he sends me a bitter message at 5am on MyChart saying if I want more information on what the lab technician's results mean, that I should come in for an appointment. Don't tell me if I have questions to let you know then not answer my question and get mad at me for asking a question!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael McCarthy, MD is a pulmonologist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McCarthy has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from LSU Health...read more
  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Internship Hospital, 1988
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Practice

Baton Rouge Clinic A Medical Corp.7373 Perkins Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70808
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet

    8585 Picardy Ave
    Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd
    Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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