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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Contractor, Physiatrist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Farokh Contractor, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Contractor completed his residency at La State Univ Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Contractor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contractor’s office at (504) 897-8543.
Where did Dr. Contractor go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine | La State University Med Center
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | University of Mumbai / Goa Medical College
What languages does Dr. Contractor speak?
Dr. Contractor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Contractor typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Farokh Contractor may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Contractor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Contractor accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Contractor's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Contractor's office located?
What is Dr. Contractor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Contractor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659489433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contractor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Contractor
What is Dr. Farokh Contractor's specialty?
Dr. Contractor is a Physiatrist near New Orleans, LA.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Farokh Contractor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Contractor is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Farokh Contractor accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Farokh Contractor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farokh Contractor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Contractor's office at (504) 897-8543 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farokh Contractor?
Please contact Dr. Contractor's office at (504) 897-8543 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Contractor
Midos Gary R Glynn Md Apmc
1401 Foucher St # R
New Orleans, LA 70115