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Dr. Peter Fail, MD

Dr. Peter Fail, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Fail, MD is a cardiologist in Houma, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fail has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Interventional Cardiac Procedures, and Heart Conditions. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Our Lady of the Angels Hospital and Terrebonne General Health System. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

225 Dunn St Houma, LA 70360
Telehealth available
(985) 876-0300

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fail is affiliated with Our Lady of the Angels Hospital Bogalusa, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Fail is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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. Fail specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Interventional Cardiology. • 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Fail's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fail

4.9

43 ratings, 28 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
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Mar 31, 2025
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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
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Dec 06, 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
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Nov 21, 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
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Tim Hearn – Oct 07, 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
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Aug 13, 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
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Bonnie Dupree – Jun 24, 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
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May 09, 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
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Mar 11, 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
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Maria – Jan 23, 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
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CJJ – Nov 26, 2023
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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
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Sep 15, 2023
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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
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Jul 18, 2023
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What could be improved
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May 31, 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
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frank thomas – Mar 31, 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
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Mar 18, 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
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Bridgette John – Jan 10, 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
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Ray H – Nov 02, 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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Sep 01, 2022
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No results
What could be improved
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Michael Le Blanc – Jul 09, 2022
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Sidney Forrestier – Apr 22, 2022
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About Me

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Dr. Peter Fail, MD is a cardiologist in Houma, LA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fail has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions, Interventional Cardiac Procedures, and Heart Conditions. He graduated...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • Episcopal Heart

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Episcopal Heart

    Fellowship Hospital, 1989

  • American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Interventional Cardiology
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Dr. Fail is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Cardiovascular Institute of the South LLC225 Dunn St Houma, LA 70360
    1

    Practice

    Office2730 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Lafayette, LA 70506
    2

    Practice

    Office102 Twin Oaks Dr Raceland, LA 70394
    3

    Practice

    Office191 Innovation Ct # B Gray, LA 70359
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Our Lady of the Angels Hospital

      433 Plaza St
      Bogalusa, LA 70427
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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.

      86%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      11% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      18% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Terrebonne General Health System

      8166 Main St
      Houma, LA 70360
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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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

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

      8% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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