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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 52 doctor with experience in Osteoarthritis near Lake Charles, LA. Of these, 42 are Experienced, 8 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    52 providers found
      Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
      Orthopedics
      Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
      Orthopedics
      1747 Imperial Blvd, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Noble is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Noble is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Hip Resurfacing, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Noble is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Osteoarthritis
      Distinguished in Osteoarthritis

      Center For Orthopaedics And Spine LLC

      1747 Imperial Blvd, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonathan Foret is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Foret is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tennis Elbow, Bursitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Foret is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 3, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (0.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Robert Duarte is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Duarte is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Coccydynia, Osteoarthritis, Acute Pain, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

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      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis

      Lake Charles Medical Services Orthopedics Associates LLC

      1717 Oak Park Blvd, Fl 3, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Meinhold is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Meinhold is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tenosynovitis, and Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis. Dr. Meinhold is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis

      Lake Charles Medical Services Orthopedics Associates LLC

      230 W Sale Rd, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Hinton is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Hinton is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Baker Cyst, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Hinton is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis

      Collins Orthopaedics LLC

      1625 Wolf Circle, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (3.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Geoffrey Collins is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Collins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, Synovitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Collins is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis

      Lake Charles Medical Services Orthopedics Associates LLC

      4345 Nelson Rd, Orthopaedic Specialists, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      James Jackson is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Osteoarthritis, Trochlear Dysplasia, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Jackson is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Orthopedics
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Orthopedics

      Lake Charles Medical Services Orthopedics Associates LLC

      4345 Nelson Rd, Orthopaedic Specialists, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (3.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kipp Cryar is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Cryar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Arthritis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Cryar is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis

      Center For Orthopaedics And Spine LLC

      1747 Imperial Blvd, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      George Trappey is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Trappey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Frozen Shoulder, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Osteotomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Trappey is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Osteoarthritis
      Advanced in Osteoarthritis

      Center For Orthopaedics And Spine LLC

      1747 Imperial Blvd, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (4.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Garitty is an Orthopedics provider in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Garitty is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Garitty is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine

      Imperial Health Llp

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

      Benjamin Williams is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Williams is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Tracheitis, Sinusitis, Familial Hypertension, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine

      Lechtenberg And Foret, LLC

      235 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (0.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      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 Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Hyperlipidemia Type 3, Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Ureteroscopy, and Hip Replacement.

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Internal Medicine

      Southwest Louisiana Physicians, LLC

      524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Acute Kidney Failure, Anemia, Heart Attack, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Khan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine

      Imperial Health Llp

      501 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Osteoarthritis. 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 Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine

      Imperial Health Llp

      631 Dr Michael Debakey Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

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

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      771 E Bayou Pines Dr, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Thomas Lebeau is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Lebeau is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Orthostatic Hypotension, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Low Blood Pressure, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine

      Swla Center For Health Services

      2000 Opelousas St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

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

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      2750 Aster St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Michael Seep is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Seep is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Family Medicine

      Lake Charles Medical Services Family Practice Associates, LLC

      2750 Aster St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Osteoarthritis. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Higgins is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      Experienced in Osteoarthritis
      2750 Aster St, 
      Lake Charles, LA 
       (1.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Carolyn Hutchinson is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Hutchinson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hutchinson is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Osteoarthritis?

      Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disorder. It is due to aging and wear and tear on a joint.

      When should I see an Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis 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 does MediFind rank Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis doctors near Lake Charles, LA?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Osteoarthritis 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 Osteoarthritis doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Osteoarthritis 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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