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Richard Gitter, MD, Thoracic Surgery, Metairie, LA

RichardGitterMD

Thoracic Surgery • Metairie, LA

Cardiovascular Surgery

Physician

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  • Office

    1 Galleria Blvd
    Suite 100
    Metairie, LA 70001
    Phone+1 504-833-0111
    Fax+1 504-833-0114

Education & Training

  • University of Virginia Medical Center
    University of Virginia Medical CenterFellowship, Thoracic Surgery, 1997 - 1999
  • Baylor University Medical Center
    Baylor University Medical CenterResidency, Surgery, 1992 - 1997
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
    Tulane University School of MedicineClass of 1992

Certifications & Licensure

  • AL State Medical License
    AL State Medical License 1999 - 2025
  • CO State Medical License
    CO State Medical License 2020 - 2025
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 2012 - 2025
  • IA State Medical License
    IA State Medical License 2007 - 2021
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 2010 - 2013
  • NE State Medical License
    NE State Medical License 2009 - 2012
  • VA State Medical License
    VA State Medical License 1997 - 2012
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Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Press Mentions

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
    Minimally Invasive SurgeryApril 30th, 2021

Professional Memberships

Dr. Richard Gitter, Dr. Richard Gitter, MD, Dr. R Gitter