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Dr. Howard Hirsch, MD

Dr. Howard Hirsch, MD

Orthopedics*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Howard Hirsch, MD is an orthopedic specialist in New Orleans, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner and Ochsner Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(504) 464-8588

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hirsch is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner Kenner, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hirsch specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • 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. Hirsch's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hirsch

4.1
19 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
74%
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4 star
5%
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3 star
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1 star
21%
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Excellent doctor
I fell and broke my hip. Dr Hirsch did an excellent job
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
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Terri B – Apr 04, 2022
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Retired
Knee pains
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
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Mar 15, 2022
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Great doctor. Great bedside manner. Had a hip replacement explained procedure to me before surgery. I am only 39 with fears of future issues. Surgery went very well. Thank you Dr Hirsch.
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
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CHRISDOERER – Oct 13, 2021
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I had the best experience with Dr.Hirsch. My first visit and he was very knowledgeable and optimistic about how he can help me. I will go to him for my knee replacement ...he is also rated as one the top hundred orthopedic surgeon in the United States. You made a great impression to my husband and I. You impressed us with your down to earth,as a posed to what I have encountered in the past. May God bless you. Eunice A
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
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Maimi – Sep 15, 2021
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Dr. Hirsh did my mother knee replacement. Great job, he is kind, warm hearted and sympathetic. He has a great staff, the surgery went very well no complications and my mom is elderly women with many underlining diseases. Thank you Dr. Hirsh.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Leslie in Providence, RI – Oct 11, 2017
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Dr. Hirsch is a great doctor. I has helped me out for a long time with my Total R and L hip replacements. My experience with him has been great. Also he has done my friends hips too. with no problems.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Brenda Haley in Pawtucket, RI – Oct 17, 2016
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Dr. Hirsch was recommended to me by Dr. Susan Pollan, my pain management provider. I trust her implicitly and she was correct in her assessment of Dr. Hirsch. He replaced my cousin's knee and will replace mine in late July. My cousin's experience was great and I am certain that mine will be, as well. The only difficulty I have had is in reaching the office staff by telephone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Jane Flatley in Seekonk, MA – May 29, 2016
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My former review of Dr. Hirsch was not accepted by HealthGrades. I suppose they felt it was too harsh. What's harsh is a doctor treating patients and their families like they are clueless, stupid people.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
15 others found this helpful
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Judy H in Providence, RI – Jan 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

I was born in Baton Rouge. I have been fortunate to be able to pursue my education in many of our country's top institutions and even abroad. My wife and I lived for 25 years in Rhode Island. During that time, I practiced orthopedic surgery, taught...read more

  • Orthopedics

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

  • A/o Traumatology

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Pennsylvania - Philadelphia, Pa

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Oklahoma - Oklahoma City, Ok

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of California, San Francisco - San Francisco, Ca

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993

  • University Okla College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Brown University Alpert Medical School

    Medical School, 1986

  • Brown University

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, Member

  • English

  • French

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Locations

Practice

Ochsner Clinic Foundation1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121
1

Practice

St Charles Parish Hospital1057 Paul Maillard Rd Luling, LA 70070
2

Practice

Ochsner Clinic LLC200 W Esplanade Ave Kenner, LA 70065
3

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

    View all patient feedback

  • St. Charles Parish Hospital

    1057 Paul Maillard Rd
    Luling, LA 70070

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    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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