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Dr. David Vargas, MD

Dr. David Vargas, MD

Colorectal Surgery*

Dr. David Vargas, MD is a colorectal surgeon in New Orleans, LA. He is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121

Make an Appointment

(504) 842-4060

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Vargas specializes in the area of Colon & Rectal Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Vargas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vargas

4.3

11 ratings, 3 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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1 Star
18%
18%

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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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Mr. E. – May 09, 2022
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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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Ma2 – Mar 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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yw in New Orleans, LA – Dec 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

David Vargas graduated with distinction with a major in Religious Studies from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He stayed at the University of Virginia and graduated from the School of Medicine. He completed a residency...read more

  • Colorectal 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.

  • Colorectal Surgery, Ochsner Clinic Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital

  • General General Surgery, Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, Pa

    Residency Hospital

  • Shadyside Hospital

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Virginia School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Ochsner Clinic Foundation1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121
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Practice

Ochsner Clinic Foundation1516 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121
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Practice

Rcoa Imaging Service1000 Ochsner Blvd Covington, LA 70433
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Ochsner St. Tammany Cancer Center900 Ochsner Blvd Covington, LA 70433
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 6:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 6:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 6:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 6:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 6:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ochsner Medical Center

    1516 Jefferson Hwy
    New Orleans, LA 70121
    Recipient of 6
    hospital 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

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