Dr. Marc Acosta M.D.
Internist
3100 Houma Blvd Metairie LA, 70006About
Dr. Marc Acosta is an internist practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Acosta specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Acosta provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1980
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1980
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Back Pain
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Bronchitis
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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