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George M. Fuhrman, MD

General Surgery
Accepting New Patients
George M. Fuhrman, MD
4.9 of 5 Stars
Based on 22 Patient Verified Ratings
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George M. Fuhrman, MD

General Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Primary Location
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121

Biography

Dr. George Fuhrman is a surgical oncologist at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. He serves as the Chair of the Ochsner Department of Surgery and has also served as a program director for the past 26 years. Dr. Fuhrman's current practice focuses on acute care surgery with an interest in the management of surgical complications, such as bile duct injuries, enterocutaneous fistula and necrotizing pancreatitis. He is also actively engaged in the performance of complex surgical oncology and breast surgery.

Education and Training

Medical School

Medical College of Georgia
Field of Study: MD

Internship

Orlando Regional Medical Center
Field of Study: Surgery

Residency

Orlando Regional Medical Center
Field of Study: General Surgery

Fellowship

MD Anderson Cancer Center
Field of Study: Fellowship

MD Anderson Cancer Center
Field of Study: Surgical Oncology

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Field of Study: Surgical Oncology

Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - General Surgery

Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews

All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by Ochsner Health patients through post-care surveys. Only surveys administered by Ochsner Health are displayed, and reviews are confidential to ensure privacy. Not all reviews submitted from patients included a comment.

November 2024

Dr. Fuhrman and staff provides professionalism and comfort, and puts your mind at ease.

October 2024

Dr. Fuhrman is the BEST!

September 2024

I felt very confidnet and at ease with Dr. Furman. He was incredible.

July 2024

Dr. Fuhrman was/is a fantastic surgeon. He is extremely professional, knowledgeable and compassionate.