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Dr. James Aiken, MD

Dr. James Aiken, MD

Emergency Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Aiken, MD is an emergency medicine specialist 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 1979. He is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans.

Practice

2000 Canal St New Orleans, LA 70112

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(504) 702-3000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Aiken specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Aiken, MD is an emergency medicine specialist 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 1979. He is affiliated with University Medical Center New Orleans.

  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Emergency Medicine
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Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

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Locations

Practice

University Medical Center2000 Canal St New Orleans, LA 70112
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sun: 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office1816 Industrial Blvd Harvey, LA 70058
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • University Medical Center New Orleans

    2000 Canal St
    New Orleans, LA 70112

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

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