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Dr. Michael Desalvo, MD

Dr. Michael Desalvo, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Desalvo, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Metairie, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Desalvo has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with Tulane Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

3645 Houma Blvd Metairie, LA 70006
Telehealth available
(504) 885-4677

Dr. Desalvo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Desalvo specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Desalvo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Desalvo

4.7

39 ratings, 12 with a written review
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
twinmama060405 – Sep 02, 2023
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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
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Theresa Giambrone – Dec 28, 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
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Maria Palmer – Apr 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Natalie Jones – Aug 02, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Nov 15, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 06, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 19, 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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon Katner in New Orleans. La – Oct 15, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Metairie, LA – Oct 11, 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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Metairie, LA – Oct 06, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
New Orleans, LA – Feb 04, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ginny in New Orleans, LA – Apr 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michael Desalvo, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Metairie, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Desalvo has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Dr. Desalvo is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    MG Desalvo MD & GM Gremillion Mdamc3645 Houma Blvd Metairie, LA 70006
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Omega Hospital LLC2525 Severn Ave Metairie, LA 70002
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    Practice

    East Jefferson General Hospital4200 Houma Blvd Metairie, LA 70006
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Tulane Medical Center

      1415 Tulane Ave
      New Orleans, LA 70112

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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