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Dr. Salvador Velazquez, MD

Dr. Salvador Velazquez, MD

Cardiology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Salvador Velazquez, MD is a cardiologist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Federal University Of Parana Medical School in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 5 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

9001 Summa Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Telehealth available
(225) 761-5200

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Velazquez is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital East Slidell, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Velazquez specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Nuclear 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.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Velazquez's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Velazquez

5.0

5 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
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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
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Gloria Smith – Sep 29, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Salvador Velazquez earned his medical degree from Federal University of Parana, Brazil. He completed his Internal Medicine residency, Cardiology fellowship and Nuclear Cardiology fellowship at Tulane University Medical School and affiliated...read more

  • Cardiology

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  • Federal University Of Parana, Brazil

    Medical School

  • Central America College Jesuit Granada, Nicaragua

    Undergraduate School

  • Touro Infirmary/tulane University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983

  • Touro Infirm Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1974

  • Federal University Of Parana Medical School

    Medical School, 1970

  • Hospital Das Clinicas

    Internship Hospital, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Nuclear Medicine®
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Nuclear Medicine
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Locations

Practice

East Baton Rouge Medical Center LLC9001 Summa Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70809
1

Practice

Ochsner Pharmacy And Wellness-Baton Rouge10310 The Grove Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70836
2
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Ochsner Clinic Foundation1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Slidell Memorial Hospital East

    100 Medical Center Dr
    Slidell, LA 70461
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

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

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

    17000 Medical Center Dr
    Baton Rouge, LA 70816

    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

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner

    180 W Esplanade Ave
    Kenner, LA 70065
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    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
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