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Our office is conveniently located at 2622 Jena Street next to Ochsner Baptist Medical Center, 2 blocks from Napoleon Avenue, and is home to Drs. Combs and Lutz and their staff.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 to 4 with early closing on Fridays. Please call (504) 895-0361 for an appointment.

Visitor parking is available to the rear of the building. More . . .
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I have decided to turn my practice into
a Patient-Centered Membership Model

(10/1/17) The need for primary care physicians has grown faster than the availability of PCP's especially after Hurricane Katrina. As the number of new patients needing a PCP expanded, the waiting time for an appointment increased and the amount of time per visit decreased. I like the idea of spending more time on fewer patients, same or next day appointments, and the ability to schedule patients without causing them to wait. A reception room should be just that - a reception room, not a waiting room.

After long and careful consideration, I have decided to turn my practice into a Patient-Centered Membership Model on January 1, 2018. Doing this will allow me to enhance your care. Some benefits of this new model ... (Continue )

Flu Shots
Everyone over 6 months of age needs to get influenza immunization during October before the flu season starts.

Our office uses only vaccines manufactured in the United States. Please call us at (504) 895-0361 to schedule an immunization date.

And remember, immunization for influenza DOES NOT cause the flu.
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Health Tips
  • Exercise for 30 Minutes 3-5 Times A Week
  • Reduce Fat & Cholesterol
  • Maintain Correct Weight & Blood Pressure
  • Avoid Tobacco Products & Second Hand Smoke
  • Avoid Excessive Alcohol Consumption
  • Avoid High Risk Sexual Behavior
  • Avoid Excessive Exposure to Sun
  • Avoid Other High Risk Activities
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