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Jake Rodi, MD

Family Medicine

Dr. Jake Rodi graduated from Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Medicine in May 2009. He completed his training at the LSU School, Department of Family Medicine Residency Program – Kenner, where he was recognized as an Intern of the Year nominee and received the Resident Teacher and Chairman’s Award.

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Hurricane supplies
Health Trends
May 11, 2021

8 Essentials for Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane season is unpredictable. Now is the time to look ahead and starting planning for the possibility of a large storm making landfall near you.
By Jake Rodi, MD
Understanding Blood Test Results
Prevention & Wellness
Jan 26, 2021

Breaking Down Your Blood Test

A blood panel is a type of test often requested by providers, and can consist of a complete blood count test, a complete metabolic profile, urinalysis, thyroid study, cholesterol or lipid panel or all of the above.
By Jake Rodi, MD
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Conditions & Treatment
Sep 4, 2020

You Have Pneumonia - What Does That Mean?

Don’t be alarmed, anyone can get pneumonia. Most recently, Hillary Clinton, the Democratic presidential nominee, was diagnosed.
By Jake Rodi, MD
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Food & Fitness
Jan 4, 2021

Making Resolutions Stick

New Year's resolutions are made by about 45% of Americans but are rarely kept for a whole year.
By Jake Rodi, MD
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Prevention & Wellness
Sep 4, 2020

Your Immune System: Separating Myth from Fact

Given your immune system's role as protector against illness, you want to do all you can to give it a boost.
By Jake Rodi, MD
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