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Jerald Zakem

Rheumatology

Jerald Zakem, MD

Rheumatology

New Orleans, LA

Dr. Zaken graduated with honors from the University of Kentucky and earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville. He completed his internship, residency and rheumatology fellowship at the University of South Florida in Tampa. A fellow of the American College of Rheumatology, Dr. Zakem is board certified in internal medicine and rheumatology and has been on staff at Ochsner since the end of 2000.

50+

Years in Practice

Peer Recognition

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Clinical Rheumatology

Conditions & Treatments

GoutLupusPsoriatic ArthritisRheumatoid ArthritisSclerodermaSjogren SyndromeAnkylosing Spondylitis

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Health
  • Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics
  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
  • St Bernard Parish Hospital

Experience

50+ years in practice