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Melissa Spera, MD

Gastroenterology
Accepting New Patients
Melissa Spera, MD
4.8 of 5 Stars
Based on 59 Patient Verified Ratings
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Melissa Spera, MD

Gastroenterology
Accepting New Patients
Primary Location
120 Ochsner Blvd
Gretna, LA 70056
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121

Biography

Dr. Melissa Spera completed her bachelor of science degree at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She then completed a masters of science degree in pharmacology at Tulane University in New Orleans. She received her medical degree from the Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 2012. Following graduation, Dr. Spera completed her internal medicine residency and gastroenterology fellowship at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans. Dr. Spera practices general gastroenterology with a special interest in esophageal disorders. Dr. Spera is board-certified in internal Medicine and gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Education and Training

Graduate School

Tulane University School of Medicine - GME
Field of Study: Pharmacology

Medical School

LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Field of Study: MD

Internship

LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
Field of Study: Internship-Internal Medicine

Residency

LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
Field of Study: Residency-Internal Medicine

Fellowship

LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans/ LSU School of Medicine in New Orleans
Field of Study: Fellowship-Gastroenterology

Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

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Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews

To obtain patient ratings and comments, we partner with Press Ganey, an independent patient satisfaction company that works with more than 26,000 healthcare organizations to improve the patient experience. These patient verified ratings are based on the “likelihood to recommend” physician scores on the nationally developed Medical Practice Survey. Actual top box results for this question are translated to a 1-5 scale, and the star scores are measured on that scale, with 5 being the best score.

May 2024

Dr Spera was extremely thorough with all aspects of my visit. She was concerned and explained diagnosis and treatment options clearly. She made me very comfortable and I had a good understanding of my problems and the best course of action for my treatment. She didn't talk down to me like I couldn't understand her.

May 2024

The doctor was very patient and knowledgeable .

May 2024

She made me feel relaxed. She presented pleasant and interested in my concerns. She made me feel included in the decision process by educating me on my symptoms and possible causes.

March 2024

Dr Spera listened. Very reassuring

March 2024

Dr. Spera was very thorough in our meeting

January 2024

Great

January 2024

Dr. was clear and to the point

December 2023

Good.

December 2023

Smooth

November 2023

Very good

November 2023

I was extremely impressed by how the first virtual visit went with Dr.Spera. Her level of care and understanding of what I been through the last few weeks.

August 2023

Excellent

August 2023

Wonderful experience

August 2023

Dr. Spera is always a delight. Wonderful bedside manner and great at education.