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Dr. Lauren Pointer, MD

Dr. Lauren Pointer, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Lauren Pointer, MD is a gastroenterologist in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Pointer has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. She is affiliated with Touro Infirmary. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

Practice

1401 Foucher St New Orleans, LA 70115
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(504) 897-8250

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pointer is affiliated with Touro Infirmary New Orleans, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Pointer specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • 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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About Me

biography

Dr. Lauren Pointer, MD is a gastroenterologist in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Pointer has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. She is affiliated with Touro Infirmary. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Touro Infirmary1401 Foucher St New Orleans, LA 70115
1

Practice

Buckman Health Center Interventional Pulmonology3434 Prytania St Ste 110 New Orleans, LA 70115
2
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  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: closed
    • Wed: closed
    • Thu: closed
    • Fri: 9:00am - 3:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

St. Charles Health Center Digestive Care3700 Saint Charles Ave Fl 2 New Orleans, LA 70115
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Tulane University School of Medicine1430 Tulane Ave New Orleans, LA 70112
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • 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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