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Dr. Merrill Laurent, MD

Dr. Merrill Laurent, MD

Internal Medicine & Pediatrics*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Merrill Laurent, MD is an internal medicine & pediatrics specialist in Mandeville, LA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with Saint Tammany Parish Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

8 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

8 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

8 am
to
5 pm

Friday

8 am
to
5 pm
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201 Saint Ann Dr
Mandeville, LA 70471

Locations

St. Tammany Physicians Network

St. Tammany Physicians Network-Mandeville201 Saint Ann Dr Mandeville, LA 70471
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  • 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
New Patient?
(985) 273-5027

St Tammany Parish Hospital

St. Tammany Health System1202 S Tyler St Covington, LA 70433
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New Patient?
(985) 273-5027

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Laurent specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Laurent's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Laurent

4.4

17 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
12%
12%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
Helpful
Feb 26, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Feb 21, 2025
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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
Helpful
Gerald Wicker – Mar 26, 2024
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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
Helpful
KVL in Slidell – Mar 26, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mary wilson in Folsom, LA – Oct 28, 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
Covington, LA – Aug 01, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tanya in Covington, LA – Feb 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Anise in Covington – Mar 16, 2016
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About Me

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care philosophy

I believe YOU are in charge of your health. I will use all of my knowledge, training, and experience to help you make the best choices for your health care. My office staff and I are here to assist you in navigating the complexities of our health care system.

biography

I grew up in the suburbs of New Orleans and began my medical career in New Orleans and Metairie. I moved my family and my practice to Covington in 1999, where I have greatly enjoyed serving the people of St. Tammany Parish ever since. Geaux Tigers!
  • Internal Medicine & Pediatrics

  • Pediatrics

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  • Chief Resident|louisiana State University School Of Medicine At New Orleans|lsu Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Lsumc

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Tammany Parish Hospital

    1202 S Tyler St
    Covington, LA 70433
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

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    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

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