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Dr. James Parrish, MD

Dr. James Parrish, MD

Bariatric Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Parrish, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Alexandria, LA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital and CHRISTUS Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

3311 Prescott Rd Ste 201 Alexandria, LA 71301
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(318) 442-6767

At a Glance

  • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Parrish's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Parrish

5.0

23 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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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
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Christina L. – Nov 20, 2023
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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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Nov 22, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Nov 15, 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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Amanda – Oct 04, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Ellen Wade – Aug 15, 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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Apr 12, 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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Apr 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 19, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Crystal – Oct 09, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Christopher – Mar 18, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Britni Ware – Mar 09, 2020
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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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Ann Cole in Ridgecrest, La. – Jun 01, 2017
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 09, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Agatha in Leesville, La. – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Parrish, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Alexandria, LA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Bariatric Surgery

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  • La St University School Med

    Residency Hospital, 2001

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
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Locations

Practice

Mid Louisiana Surgical Specialists3311 Prescott Rd Ste 201 Alexandria, LA 71301
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Practice

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital3330 Masonic Dr Alexandria, LA 71301
2

Practice

CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital651 N Bolton Ave Alexandria, LA 71301
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital

    651 N Bolton Ave
    Alexandria, LA 71301
    Recipient of 7
    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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    92%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    12% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • CHRISTUS Saint Frances Cabrini Hospital

    3330 Masonic Dr
    Alexandria, LA 71301

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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