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Rufus L. Hixon, MD7777 Hennessy Boulevard, Suite 103, Baton Rouge, LA 70808 map
Dr. Rufus Hixon works as a pediatrician in Baton Rouge, LA, providing primary care for children of all ages, from little ones to teenagers.
Rufus L. Hixon, MD
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Rufus Hixon graduated from Medical College of Georgia.
Dr. Hixon has one office in Louisiana where he specializes in Pediatrics and Cardiology.
Specialties
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Pediatrics
Dr. Hixon is a pediatrician, a physician dedicated to helping kids of all age groups. He offers comprehensive health care for newborns, young children & teens. As a pediatrician, Dr. Hixon is a primary care provider, the first point of contact when a patient is sick. Dr. Hixon is trained to provide well-rounded health care for children of all ages and works very closely with the patient's parents & family making sure that the child is developing & maturing properly.
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Cardiology
Dr. Hixon is a cardiologist in Baton Rouge, trained to provide comprehensive care for the heart and cardiovascular system in patients. Dr. Hixon may see patients for symptoms like shortness of breath, chest pains or dizziness, among others. Heart conditions that may be diagnosed and treated by a cardiologist may include rheumatic heart disease, congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, heart aneurysms, angina and arrhythmia, among others.
Education & Training
Languages Spoken
- English
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