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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
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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
84%
84%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
0%
0%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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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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
Helpful
Jun 06, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 19, 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
Helpful
Damon & Darlene Gaudet – Mar 24, 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
Helpful
Adam Johnson – Nov 20, 2021
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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
Helpful
Gail Digby – Jan 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Elvira Barbee – Nov 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 24, 2019
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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
Helpful
Abita Springs – Feb 24, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
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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