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Dr. Surendra Purohit, MD

Dr. Surendra Purohit, MD

General Surgery*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Surendra Purohit, MD is a general surgeon in Covington, LA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from DEVI AHILYA VISHWAVIDHYALAYA / MAHATMA GHANDI MEMORIAL MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1968. He is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

9 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

9 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

9 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

9 am
to
5 pm

Friday

9 am
to
5 pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed
Call to Book
71207 Highway 21
Covington, LA 70433

Locations

Louisiana Healthcare Associates

Louisiana Healthcare Associates71207 Highway 21 Covington, LA 70433
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
New Patient?
(985) 273-5027

Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Purohit specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Purohit's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Purohit

4.6
19 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
5%
5%
2 star
11%
11%
1 star
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Very knowledgeable
Explained your problem and cares about his patients. Very dedicated.
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
Helpful
Gale Grossnickle – Feb 18, 2025
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I have known Dr. Purohit for some years .Before me being a patient .He was my grandfather 's doctor. MY grandfather thought the world of Doctor Purohit. I start working with Dr. Purohit back in 1994 when Lakeview hospital first open ..He was not my doctor than ..As yrs .went by and working by his side I saw how much he cared for his parents. I decided to make him my doctor. I would always tell him when ever worked with him or would pass him in the hallway. I wanted him to be My doctor so I could live to be 90 /95 .He would always look and smile ..I have been his patient for some years and wouldn't trade him for nothing..Thanks Dr.Purhoit..
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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Jun 06, 2023
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Hate dealing with staff
Dr. Purohit is an extremely good surgeon. I just cannot stand dealing with his staff. They are very rude and always rushing you.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 19, 2022
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Excellent doctor!!
We have used Dr. Purohit for almost 10 years. He has performed surgeries on my husband and myself and is exceptional. He does robotic surgery and is highly skilled. He has several degrees and does his own surgeries. You can get total health under his care. We have referred several of our friends and family to him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Damon & Darlene Gaudet – Mar 24, 2022
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Went to 2 other doctors about the same issue, one rushed to conclusions, and one did nothing at all and said it was fine. Dr. Purohit listened and worked with me to correct the issue. He did not rush to surgery but wanted the correct answer that's best for me. He wanted me to be in the decision-making process and was patient with me asking the same questions over and over. I can tell he cared about me the whole time. I am very happy to call Dr. Pruihit my Doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Adam Johnson – Nov 20, 2021
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Excellent caring dr who takes time to listen and explains things clearly. Had surgery Oct 2019 after 5 months of going to other drs who had no clue what my problem was and each gave a different reason for my problem. He knew right away and solved it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Gail Digby – Jan 16, 2020
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Great Dr treated me & my husband for many years, great surgeon
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Elvira Barbee – Nov 16, 2019
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This doctor is by far the best doctor I have ever been too. He is caring, knowledgeable, and listens, like REALLY listens to what I have to say, not like other doctors that cut you off mid sentence and don't listen to all the details. I won't go to any other doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 24, 2019
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He is a very good surgeon. I just left surgery today for hidradenitis of the armpit. No other dr wanted to do the surgery bc they were scared of it healing badly and cutting too much out but he was confident in doing it which made me confident in him. My surgery went very smoothly and it happy I chose him. Although sometimes it can be hard to understand him bc of his accent overall a great surgeon
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Abita Springs – Feb 24, 2017
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Fantastic doctor and surgeon. He was able to quickly diagnose when other doctors were clueless.. Very caring about his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Charles H. in Covington, LA – Apr 06, 2016
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biography

Dr. Surendra Purohit, MD is a general surgeon in Covington, LA and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from DEVI AHILYA VISHWAVIDHYALAYA / MAHATMA GHANDI MEMORIAL MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1968. He is affiliated with Saint...read more
  • General Surgery

*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 Mass

    Fellowship Hospital, 1975
  • Durham Co Hospital|st Vincent Hospital|worcester City Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1970
  • Devi Ahilya Vishwavidhyalaya / Mahatma Ghandi Memorial Medical College

    Medical School, 1968
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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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
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