Dr. Richard Abben, MD is a cardiology specialist in Houma, LA and has over 44 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Abben has extensive experience in Cardiac Electrical System Procedures, Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures, and Heart Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital and Lady Of The Sea General Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Abben treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Abben treats other conditions, please contact the office at (985) 876-0300.
Cardiac MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) of Heart or Chest
Cardiac Ultrasound
Cardiovascular Diagnostic Test
Cardiovascular Stress Test
Cardioversion, Elective
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Chest Pain Evaluation
Cholesterol Screening
Coronary Angiogram
Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
Dobutamine Thallium Stress Test
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Electrophysiological Study
HeartAware Online Risk Screening
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Nuclear Stress Testing
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening (PAD)
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Pharmacologic Nuclear Stress Test
Pharmacologic Stress Test, Adenosine
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Stress Test
Structural Heart Disease Evaluations and Treatment
TCD Bubble Test
Thoracentesis
Tilt Table Testing
Tilt_Testing
Transcatheter Mitral Valve Repair
Treadmill Stress Test
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
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His caring attitude, his concern for his patients. Very knowledgeable!
He was my 2nd opinion. It took 5 minutes for him to become my primary. One of the few doctors I have always looked forward to visiting. He has kept me going.
Dr. Abben is knowledgeable, considerate, and kind. My pacer doctor moved and I had to choose a new doctor. He came highly recommended and I was not disappointed. I felt at ease before my surgery and he answered all of my questions before and after.
During my office visits he continues to display the same qualities.
Thank you Dr. Abben for your expertise and kindness!
Staff was wonderful, they even got me in early, because I got my time mixed up and was there extremely early. I trust Dr. Abben, he has seen several of my family members.
Absolutely! One of the best and most thorough cardiovascular doctors in this area. Not only does he treat your heart, treats with compassion and empathy which is very important. I would recommend Dr. Abben for any cardiovascular problems my family and friends encounter.
Yes I would. I have been with Dr. Abben for a long time and would not switch to another doctor. He checked me out in a reasonable time and was out in a flash.
He was my parents' physician; he has been mine since 1992; he is my daughters' cardiologist since the age of 18 (she is 39), and he has been my spouse's since 2007. We could not be more happy with the quality of care he has provided to us all throughout the decades.
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Abben to family and friends is 4.9722223 out of 5
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Dr. Richard Abben, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Houma, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Abben has extensive experience...Read more
Does Dr. Richard Abben, MD accept any insurance plans?
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Does Dr. Richard Abben, MD accept new patients?
New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Abben, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on undefined's profile.
What are Dr. Richard Abben, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Richard Abben, MD specializes in Cardiac Electrical System Procedures and Cardiac Implantable Device Procedures. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. Richard Abben, MD treat?
Dr. Richard Abben, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Congestive Heart Failure, Heart Disease, and Hyperlipidemia. See more on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Richard Abben, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Richard Abben, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Saint Anne General Hospital and Lady Of The Sea General Hospital.
How much experience does Dr. Richard Abben, MD have?
Dr. Richard Abben, MD has over 44 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Richard Abben, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 5/5 for Dr. Richard Abben, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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