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Dr. Donald Faust, MD

Dr. Donald Faust, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Faust, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in New Orleans, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Touro Infirmary and Avala Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

2633 Napoleon Ave Ste 600 New Orleans, LA 70115

Make an Appointment

(504) 899-1000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Faust is affiliated with Avala Hospital Covington, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Faust specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Faust's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Faust

4.4

19 ratings, 4 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
16%
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Rebecca Accardo in Franklin, LA – Sep 26, 2018
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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
K wells in New Orleans, LA – Jan 07, 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
2 people found this helpful
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Suzette La Cour in New Orleans, LA – Nov 14, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Metairie, LA – Jun 25, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Donald Faust, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in New Orleans, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic 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.

  • Daniel C Riordan

    Fellowship Hospital

  • La St University

    Residency Hospital

  • Earl K. Long Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1978

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Donald C. Faust MD2633 Napoleon Ave Ste 600 New Orleans, LA 70115
1

Practice

Children's Hospital200 Henry Clay Ave New Orleans, LA 70118
2

Practice

Touro Infirmary1401 Foucher St New Orleans, LA 70115
3

Practice

Surgical Specialists of La3100 Galleria Dr Ste 300 Metairie, LA 70001
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Avala Hospital

    67252 Industry Ln
    Covington, LA 70433
    Recipient of 5
    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

    View all awards

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% 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

  • 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

    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

  • Touro Infirmary

    1401 Foucher St
    New Orleans, LA 70115
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience 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

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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