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Dr. Melanie Firmin, MD

Dr. Melanie Firmin, MD

Anesthesiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Melanie Firmin, MD is an anesthesiologist in Alexandria, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS in 1982. She is affiliated with medical facilities CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital and BYRD Regional Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1587 N Bolton Ave Ste 1200 Alexandria, LA 71303
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(318) 473-9267

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Firmin is affiliated with CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital Alexandria, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Firmin specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • 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. Firmin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Firmin

4.1

15 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
20%
20%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
May 16, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Tommy Varnell in Winnfield, La. – Mar 10, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Charles Tuzzolo in Pineville LA – Dec 28, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dave Lee – Sep 26, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Parthenia S. Douglas-Beal in Leesville, LA – Mar 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Melanie Firmin, MD is an anesthesiologist in Alexandria, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY / ALEXANDRIA CAMPUS in 1982. She is affiliated with medical facilities CHRISTUS...read more

  • Anesthesiology

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  • Louisiana State University / Alexandria Campus

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Locations

Practice

Melanie C. Firmin MD Apmc1587 N Bolton Ave Ste 1200 Alexandria, LA 71303
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Practice

Dr Michael W Dole MD212 Pecan Park Ave Alexandria, LA 71303
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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 providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    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

  • BYRD Regional Hospital

    1020 W Fertitta Blvd
    Leesville, LA 71446
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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