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  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Accepting new patients
  • 22 years of experience
  • Willis Knighton Endocrinology Bossier 2449 Hospital Dr Ste 400, Bossier, LA 71111
  • (318) 409-0616

Brief Intro

Melissa Albritton, MD, specializes in hormone irregularities at Endocrine & Thyroid Specialists at Willis Knighton Bossier. She recognizes the significant role hormones play in so many areas of a person’s health and well-being, ranging from sex hormones to diabetes. Her excitement about each patient’s health condition is infectious and truly motivational as Dr. Albritton works toward cures for her patients.  

A North Louisiana native, Dr. Albritton earned a degree in chemical engineering at Louisiana Tech University before medical school at LSUHSC-Shreveport School of Medicine. Her residency and fellowship were at the same location. Dr. Albritton is board certified in endocrinology and metabolism (National Board of Physicians and Surgeons). Her memberships include American Medical Association, American Association of Clinical Endocrinology and the Endocrine Society.  

Away from the clinic, Dr. Albritton can be found gardening, swimming, running, painting and reading.

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine - 2010

RESIDENCY

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine - 2007

INTERNSHIP

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine - 2004

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Louisiana State University School of Medicine - 2003

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • Endocrine & Thyroid Specialists
  • 2449 Hospital Dr Ste 400, Bossier, LA 71111
  • Mon:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 4:30 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Conditions Addressed

  • Diabetes Mellitus (DM)
  • Hypoparathyroidism
  • Diabetes
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Graves' disease
  • Dyslipidemia
  • Gynecomastia
  • Hyperlipidemia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
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Procedures Performed

  • Thyroid Biopsy

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • AmeriGroup
  • Golden Rule
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • AmeriHealth
  • Medicare
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • AARP
  • Tricare
  • Sana
  • HFN
  • Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Mutual of Omaha
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