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    MediFind found 69 doctor with experience in Apoplexy near Lake Charles, LA. Of these, 53 are Experienced, 15 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    69 providers found
      Distinguished in Apoplexy

      Dr. Edward C. Bergen
      Interventional Cardiology
      Distinguished in Apoplexy

      Dr. Edward C. Bergen
      Interventional Cardiology

      Lake Charles Memorial Heart And Vascular Center

      1717 Oak Park Blvd, Fl 2, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      337-494-3278
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Edward Bergen is an Interventional Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Bergen is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, Angina, Pacemaker Implantation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Bergen is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Michael C. Turner
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Michael C. Turner
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

      Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Service District

      703 Cypress St, Suite A, 
      Sulphur, LA 
       (9.0 miles away)
      337-310-0395
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Turner is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Sulphur, Louisiana. Dr. Turner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Ventricular Tachycardia, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Turner is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Richard M. Gilmore
      Cardiology
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Richard M. Gilmore
      Cardiology
      501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      337-433-8400
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Richard Gilmore is a Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Gilmore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Heart Attack, Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gilmore is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Albert C. Hammett
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Albert C. Hammett
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

      Lake Charles Memorial Heart And Vascular Center

      1717 Oak Park Blvd, Fl 2, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      337-494-3278
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Albert Hammett is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Hammett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Hammett is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Karl A. Duncan
      Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Karl A. Duncan
      Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine

      Lake Charles Memorial Heart And Vascular Center

      1717 Oak Park Blvd, Fl 2, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      337-494-3278
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
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      Accepting New Patients

      Karl Duncan is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Duncan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Angina, Arterial Embolism, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Kevin R. Young
      Cardiology
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Kevin R. Young
      Cardiology

      Lake Charles Memorial Heart And Vascular Center

      1717 Oak Park Blvd, Fl 2, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      337-494-3278
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Kevin Young is a Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Young is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Atherosclerosis, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Kurt A. Duncan
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Kurt A. Duncan
      Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine

      Lake Charles Memorial Heart And Vascular Center

      1717 Oak Park Blvd, Fl 2, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      337-494-3278
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Kurt Duncan is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Duncan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Angina, Fainting, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Duncan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Ahmad A. Awan
      Cardiology
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Ahmad A. Awan
      Cardiology

      Lake Charles Memorial Heart And Vascular Center

      1717 Oak Park Blvd, Fl 2, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      337-494-3278
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Ahmad Awan is a Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Awan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Fainting, and Angina. Dr. Awan is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Mark D. Lafuria
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Mark D. Lafuria
      Internal Medicine

      Swlhs LLC

      2770 3rd Ave, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      337-494-6800
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Lafuria is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Lafuria is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lafuria is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Mohammed S. Sarwar
      Internal Medicine
      Advanced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Mohammed S. Sarwar
      Internal Medicine

      Lcms Rehabilitation Institute Of Southwest Louisiana

      1000 Walters St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (3.1 miles away)
      337-480-8066
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Mohammed Sarwar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Sarwar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Endoscopy. Dr. Sarwar is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Effat Rasul
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Effat Rasul
      Internal Medicine

      Imperial Health Llp

      771 Bayou Pines E Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      337-433-1212
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Effat Rasul is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Rasul is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Rasul is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Ryan T. Foret
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Ryan T. Foret
      Family Medicine

      Lechtenberg And Foret, LLC

      235 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      337-439-4000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Ryan Foret is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Foret is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Tariq A. Khan
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Tariq A. Khan
      Internal Medicine

      Southwest Louisiana Physicians, LLC

      524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      337-436-2511
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Tariq Khan is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Anemia, Heart Attack, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Vijay Neelam
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Vijay Neelam
      Internal Medicine

      Southwest Louisiana Physicians, LLC

      524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      337-436-2511
      Experience:
      16+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Vijay Neelam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Neelam has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Endoscopy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Neelam is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Daniel Antwi-Amoabeng
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Daniel Antwi-Amoabeng
      Internal Medicine

      Southwest Louisiana Physicians, LLC

      524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      337-436-2511
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Daniel Antwi-Amoabeng is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Antwi-Amoabeng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Atrial Myxoma, COVID-19, Heart Attack, and Sepsis. Dr. Antwi-Amoabeng is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Todd A. Peavy
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Todd A. Peavy
      Family Medicine

      Imperial Health Llp

      501 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      337-433-8400
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Todd Peavy is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Peavy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Peavy is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Miguel A. Depuy
      Cardiology
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Miguel A. Depuy
      Cardiology
      600 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      337-436-3813
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Miguel Depuy is a Cardiologist in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Depuy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Progressive Cardiac Conduction Defect, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Bidirectional Tachycardia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Heart Bypass Surgery.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Percival I. Kane
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Percival I. Kane
      Family Medicine
      2750 Aster St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      337-480-8900
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Percival Kane is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Kane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. John B. Groves
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. John B. Groves
      Family Medicine

      Lake Charles Medical Services Family Practice Associates, LLC

      2750 Aster St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      337-480-8900
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      John Groves is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Groves is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Groves is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Donald J. Higgins
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Apoplexy

      Dr. Donald J. Higgins
      Family Medicine

      Lake Charles Medical Services Family Practice Associates, LLC

      2750 Aster St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      337-480-8900
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Donald Higgins is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Higgins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Higgins is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Apoplexy?

      Apoplexy is bleeding into an organ or loss of blood flow to an organ. For example,

      • Adrenal apoplexy -- bleeding into the adrenal glands
      • Pituitary apoplexy -- bleeding into the pituitary gland

      Apoplexy most often refers to stroke symptoms that occur suddenly. Such symptoms occur due to bleeding into the brain. It can also occur by a blood clot in a brain blood vessel. Conditions such as subarachnoid hemorrhage or stroke are sometimes called apoplexy.

      Functional apoplexy is when a person appears to be having stroke-like symptoms. However, there is no brain defect.

      When should I see an Apoplexy doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing an Apoplexy doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How do I find the best Apoplexy doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

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      How does MediFind rank Apoplexy doctors near Lake Charles, LA?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Apoplexy doctors near Lake Charles, LA?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with an Apoplexy doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Apoplexy doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with an Apoplexy doctor near Lake Charles, LA?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Apoplexy doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Apoplexy doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Apoplexy doctors near Lake Charles, LA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find an Apoplexy doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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