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Dr. Freddy Abi-Samra, MD

Dr. Freddy Abi-Samra, MD

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Freddy Abi-Samra, MD is a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Abi-Samra has extensive experience in Heart Conditions, Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures, and Cardiac Electrical System Procedures. He graduated from American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ochsner Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

10310 The Grove Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70836
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(225) 761-5200

Dr. Abi-Samra is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Abi-Samra specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Abi-Samra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Abi-Samra

4.6

18 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
0%
0%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 08, 2024
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon Settle – Oct 12, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
New Orleans, LA – Apr 06, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Abi-Samra has been on staff at Ochsner since 1986 where he directs the electrophysiology and pacing services. He is board certified in cardiovascular disease and specializes in syncope implantable defibrillators, radiofrequency ablation, permanent...read more

biography

Dr. Abi-Samra earned his medical degree from the American University of Beirut Medical School where he also completed his internship and residency. He completed a cardiology fellowship at Metropolitan General Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio followed...read more

  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

  • Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Metropolitan General Hospital - Cleveland, Oh <br> Cleveland Clinic Foundation - Cleveland, Oh

    Fellowship Hospital

  • American University Of Beirut - Beirut, Lebanon

    Medical School

  • American University Of Beirut Medical Center, Lebanon

    Residency Hospital, 1981

  • American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979

  • Amer University Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1979

  • American University Of Beirut, Faculty Of Arts And Sciences

    Undergraduate School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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  • Arabic

  • French

Dr. Abi-Samra is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Ochsner Pharmacy And Wellness-Baton Rouge10310 The Grove Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70836
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: closed
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Wed: closed
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
      • Fri: closed
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Practice

    Ochsner Clinic Foundation1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121
    2
    Office16777 Medical Center Dr Fl 4 Baton Rouge, LA 70816
    3

    Practice

    Stanocola Home Health16777 Medical Center Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70816
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ochsner Medical Center

      1516 Jefferson Hwy
      New Orleans, LA 70121
      Recipient of 6
      hospital 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

    • Ochsner Medical Center Baton Rouge

      17000 Medical Center Dr
      Baton Rouge, LA 70816

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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