Summary

Dr. Daniel Beckles is a cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in thoracic surgery, transplant surgery, and cardiovascular disease. He earned his medical degree from the University of New York-Downstate Medical Center and completed his residency training at SUNY Downstate Medical Center in 2004, followed by additional residency work at UT Southwestern Medical Center in 2007. Dr. Beckles further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 2008. With 29 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine, he serves as both Surgical Director of Heart Transplantation and Surgical Director of Mechanical Circulatory Support. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Beckles practices at Ochsner Christus Health at St Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and maintains affiliations with Baylor Scott And White Continuing Care Hospital Temple. His clinical expertise focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for coronary artery disease in women and myocardial ischemia. He performs various cardiovascular procedures including arterial line placement and diagnostic testing such as complete blood counts and iron level assessments. Patients have rated Dr. Beckles an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.8
  • 29 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Brigham and Womens Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 38 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Ochsner Christus Health at St Patrick Hospital

401 Doctor Michael Debakey DrLake Charles, LA 70601
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Thoracic SurgeryNurse PractitionerNurse PractitionerCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
2.5 
29 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Lake Charles , LALake Charles , LALake Charles , LALake Charles , LA
Med School: University of New York-Downstate Medical Center Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Daniel Lincoln Beckles

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - CHIP
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Daniel Lincoln Beckles has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Daniel Lincoln Beckles has the following 38 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Aortic Coarctation
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Carcinoid Tumor
  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Emphysema
  • Empyema
  • Endocarditis
  • Esophageal Diseases
  • Esophageal Perforation
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Transplantation
  • Heart Valve Diseases
  • Heart-Lung Transplantation
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Diseases
  • Malnutrition
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Mitral Valve Prolapse
  • Myasthenia Gravis
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors
  • Pericarditis
  • Pneumonectomy (Lung removal)
  • Pulmonary Fibrosis
  • Respiratory Failure
  • Squamous Cell Cancer
  • Thoracic Diseases
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Brigham and Womens Hospital2008

Residency

UT Southwestern Medical Center2007
SUNY Downstate Medical Center2004

Medical School

University of New York-Downstate Medical CenterGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Daniel Beckles accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Daniel Beckles has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Daniel Beckles speak?
Dr. Daniel Beckles speaks English.
Does Dr. Daniel Beckles accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Daniel Beckles accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Daniel Beckles's office located?
Dr. Daniel Beckles's office is located at 401 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA, 70601.
Which hospitals is Dr. Daniel Beckles affiliated with?
Dr. Daniel Beckles is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Continuing Care Hospital Temple.

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