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Dr. Richard Cochran, MD

Dr. Richard Cochran, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Cochran, MD is a general surgeon in Jackson, MS and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

3 Star Rating
Based on 2 reviews 3 Star Rating (2 reviews)

Practice

2500 N State St Jackson, MS 39216

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(406) 640-4933

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cochran is affiliated with Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center Lafayette, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cochran specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cochran's Reviews

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3.0

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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Cochran, MD is a general surgeon in Jackson, MS and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

  • General Surgery

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

University Pathology Associates PLLC2500 N State St Jackson, MS 39216
1

Practice

HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital14000 Fivay Rd Hudson, FL 34667
2

Practice

University of Vermont Medical Center111 Colchester Ave Burlington, VT 05401
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

    4801 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy
    Lafayette, LA 70508
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    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.

    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

  • HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital

    14000 Fivay Rd
    Hudson, FL 34667
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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