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Mesothelioma patients who live in Louisiana have access to quality mesothelioma treatment in state. Conventional mesothelioma treatments available include surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Additionally, clinical trials may currently be recruiting pleural and peritoneal mesothelioma patients in Louisiana. Find quality health care options available in Louisiana below.

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01. Statistics

Louisiana Mesothelioma Statistics

  • 769 mesothelioma deaths (1999 – 2015)
  • 204 asbestosis deaths (1999 – 2015)
  • 973 total deaths (1999 – 2015)
02. Cancer Centers

Louisiana Mesothelioma Cancer Centers

For your convenience, we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located in Louisiana. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered and how to contact the cancer center.

Louisiana Mesothelioma Cancer Clinics

The Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center

The Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center

New Orleans, LA 70121
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Willis-Knighton Cancer Center

Willis-Knighton Cancer Center

Shreveport, LA 71103
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03. Doctors

Top Louisiana Mesothelioma Doctors

We have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors that practice in the state of Louisiana. Please click on the doctor name to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations, and office locations.

Louisiana Mesothelioma Doctors

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Brian L. Pettiford, M.D.

Thoracic Surgeon
Jefferson, LA
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Suma Satti Reddy, M.D.

Medical Oncologist
Jefferson, LA
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Mesothelioma patients sometimes will travel long distances to meet with top mesothelioma doctors and thoracic surgeons across the country. These experts will usually focus on a particular mesothelioma type within their practice.

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04. Clinical Trials

Mesothelioma Clinical Trials in Louisiana

The following clinical trials are in progress or actively recruiting participants in the state of Louisiana:

Integrated Cancer Repository for Cancer Research (iCaRe2)

Conditions: Mesothelioma

Last Updated: August 9, 2023

Status: Recruiting

Locations: New Orleans, LA.

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05. Support Services

Find Cancer Support Services in Louisiana

Cancer support services for mesothelioma patients include cancer rehabilitation, counseling, extended stay housing, oxygen supplies and patient transport. The following local services may be helpful while you are receiving treatment for mesothelioma cancer in Louisiana.

Louisiana Treatment Support Services

  • Cancer Rehabilitation

    • Baton Rouge General Cancer Rehabilitation Program Baton Rouge 225-763-4243
    • Benson Cancer Center New Orleans 504-703-5012
    • Tulane Medical Center New Orleans 504-988-5263

  • Counseling & Support

    • Cancer Services Baton Rouge 225-927-2273
    • Gayle and Tom Benson Cancer Center  New Orleans 866-624-7637
    • Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Baton Rouge 225-767-0847
    • Thomas & McMahan Cancer Foundation New Orleans 985-788-6951
    • Willis-Knighton Cancer Center Shreveport 318-212-8300

  • Extended Stay Housing

    • Brent House Hotel New Orleans 800-535-3986
    • Deming Guest Housing New Orleans 504-988-5868
    • Joe's House Statewide 877-563-7468
    • Patrick F. Taylor Hope Lodge New Orleans 504-219-2200

  • Oxygen Supplies

    • Carmichaels Pharmacy and Medical Equipment Lafayette 337-412-6205
    • Marie's Medical Supply West Monroe 318-338-3550
    • Ochsner Home Medical Equipment Metairie 504-513-6214
    • Rotech Baton Rouge 225-926-3734

  • Patient Transport

    • Ameritrans Statewide 866-872-6453
    • Five Star Elite Transportation Services Shreveport 318-505-9505
    • Pilots for Patients Monroe 318-322-5112

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