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Walter Choate

Orthopaedics

Walter Choate, M.D.

Sports Medicine

Harahan, LA

Dr. Choate is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at the Ochsner Sports Medicine Institute. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. His practice focuses on arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder, elbow, and knee. Dr. Choate serves currently serves as team physician for the New Orleans Saints, Delgado College, and several high schools in the New Orleans are

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Credentials

Years in Practice

19+ years

Peer Recognition

  • Castle Connolly — Top Doctor

    2025-2026 (2 years)

  • Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Sports Medicine

Conditions & Treatments

Musculoskeletal ConditionsShoulder SurgeryKnee SurgeryRotator Cuff RepairACL & Ligament ReconstructionArthroscopic SurgerySports Injuries

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Health
  • Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics

Conditions Dr. Choate treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Choate accept Aetna insurance?
Walter Choate's public profile lists Aetna, American Lifecare, and Amerigroup (Wellpoint) plus 24 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
Where does Dr. Choate practice?
Walter Choate practices in Harahan, LA with hospital affiliations including Ochsner Health and Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics.
What does Dr. Choate specialize in?
Walter Choate is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Sports Medicine.
How long has Dr. Choate been practicing?
Walter Choate has 19+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.

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