Adrian Nugent, M.D., is an interventional cardiologist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) in Zachary, Louisiana. Dr. Nugent earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Hunter College – City University of New York in 2005. He went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine at Medical University of the Americas in January of 2016.
Adrian Nugent, M.D., is an interventional cardiologist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) in Zachary, Louisiana. Dr. Nugent earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Hunter College – City University of New York in 2005. He went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine at Medical University of the Americas in January of 2016.
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He’s a great doctor! Very knowledgeable and compassionate.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
The Best!! He asks questions and he listens!!
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
My first visit very professional & caring
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
The doctor was straight forward with me answer all the questions I needed to know about
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He's a good doctor. He listens to what you have to say and then give his opinion are he explains things to you.
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He genuinely cares and guide you on how to take care of yourself better!
(3 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
He was very knowledgeble
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Very nice.
(1 month ago)
Jul-2026
Very pleasant and answered my questions.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
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6550 Main Street 6550 Main Street Zachary, LA 70791
Adrian Nugent, M.D., is an interventional cardiologist at Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) in Zachary, Louisiana.
Dr. Nugent earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Hunter College – City University of New York in 2005. He went on to complete his Doctor of Medicine at Medical University of the Americas in January of 2016.
He completed his internal medicine residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Bronx) in Bronx, New York. He then stayed within the Mount Sinai Health System where at Mount Sinai Morningside, he completed fellowships in cardiovascular diseases, advanced cardiac catheterization, and interventional cardiology. At Mount Sinai Morningside, during his advanced fellowship, he completed the highest number of venous stent procedures in New York City. In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Nugent has held leadership roles, including serving as the Wellness and Social Lead Fellow.
Dr. Nugent is board certified in internal medicine and nuclear cardiology. He is board eligible in both cardiovascular diseases and interventional cardiology. His research background includes microbiology investigations on Staphylococcus aureus at Mount Sinai, as well as experience in diagnostic product development at Sekisui Diagnostics America.
He is a member of the American College of Cardiology, the American College of Physicians, and the Association of Ringside Physicians. He has been recognized with several academic and research honors, including the Minority Biomedical Research Support (MBRS) award, a summer research fellowship at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, and multiple Dean’s List honors at Hunter College.
Dr. Nugent specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral vascular disease, with advanced training in endovascular interventions.
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He’s a great doctor! Very knowledgeable and compassionate.
The Best!! He asks questions and he listens!!
My first visit very professional & caring
The doctor was straight forward with me answer all the questions I needed to know about
He's a good doctor. He listens to what you have to say and then give his opinion are he explains things to you.
He genuinely cares and guide you on how to take care of yourself better!
He was very knowledgeble
Very nice.
Very pleasant and answered my questions.
Excellent