Dr. James Leithead currently practices at Why Weight and is affiliated with Avala Hospital. He accepts multiple insurance plans. Dr. Leithead III is board certified in General Surgery.
Dr. Leithead III, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Metairie, LA. Dr. Leithead III completed a residency at Department of Surgery – Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center.
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