Linda McElveen, MD

Linda McElveen, MD, is a primary care (internal medicine) doctor with Ochsner Health. She received her undergraduate degree from Rutgers College in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and her medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Ochsner Clinic Foundation. Dr. McElveen practiced internal medicine as a primary care and hospital-based physician for over 20 years in Slidell, Louisiana. In 2020, she joined Ochsner's Concierge Health team to use her health and wellness expertise to help patients take a prevention-based approach to maximize their well-being. In her spare time, Dr. McElveen enjoys spending time with her family.

Medical Education

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Field of Study: medicine

Internship

Temple University Hospital
Field of Study: Categorical - IM

Residency

Ochsner Clinic Foundation - GME Office
Field of Study: Internal Medicine

American Board of Internal Medicine

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January 2023

Excellent

Dr. McElveen listens and helps me make the best decisions for my health concerns. Very good on follow up.

November 2022

Dr. McElveen always takes time to discuss concern and find answers moving forward.

Extremely impressed with knowledge, explanations, genuineness, and concern for my concerns

Linda McElveen is always wonderful.

Dr. McElveen spent a lot of time with me, asking questions about my health history and offering alternatives. She is very knowledgeable and genuinely cares.

October 2022

I recommend Dr. McElveen to everyone I know. Her care helped turn my health around.

I like Dr. Linda a lot. I'm very comfortable with her.

It was quick and efficient. Loved my experience

September 2022

I have Several MD/DC clinics. Dr. Linda was exceptional.

I find it abhorrent to rate' my doctor, she is brilliant, period

August 2022

Dr. McElveen and her entire staff are the best I have ever dealt with, so happy to have found Dr. McElveen.

July 2022

Linda is the best. That's why we fly in from Texas.

Very pleased.

June 2022

She was very attentive and compassionate.

This was one of if not the most helpful visits with md that cared and was thorough.

Very easy to dialogue with and share my personal concerns.

The doctor was very informed and personable. Good communicator.

January 2020

She’s by far the best doctor I have ever had. I’m so sad to see her move on to bigger things in life but excited for her at the same time.

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July 2019

All of the staff is caring and has a true concern about your health. Thank you!

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November 2021

Most caring, communicative, and trustworthy doctor I’ve ever had. She’s the best!

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We're glad to hear it! We certainly aim to be the best! We really appreciate your review, thank you for choosing us as your healthcare provider!

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