Summary

Dr. Alan Lacoste is an ophthalmologist and family medicine physician who graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans. With over five decades of medical practice, he brings extensive experience to his dual specialties of eye care and comprehensive family medicine. Dr. Lacoste speaks both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

He practices at Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and maintains hospital affiliations with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lacoste highly for his care, with an average rating of 5.0. His combined expertise in ophthalmology and family medicine allows him to provide both specialized eye treatments and comprehensive primary care services to patients throughout the Lake Charles area.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 51 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

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Dr. Alan Daniel Lacoste, MDGarett Randall IstreDr. Shreyas Venkat PeddigariDr. Rikki Lynn Gilmore
OphthalmologyNurse PractitionerFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients
51 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Lake Charles , LASulphur , LALake Charles , LALake Charles , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: All Saints University School Of Medicine Dominica Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alan Daniel Lacoste

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Alan Daniel Lacoste has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alan Daniel Lacoste has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Family Medicine
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retina Surgery
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Dr. Alan Daniel Lacoste holds an inactive medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Lacoste's NPI number is 1275515165.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Alan Lacoste speak?
Dr. Alan Lacoste speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Alan Lacoste accepting new patients?
Dr. Alan Lacoste has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Alan Lacoste's office located?
Dr. Alan Lacoste's office is located at 4200 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70605.
Does Dr. Alan Lacoste accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alan Lacoste accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alan Lacoste affiliated with?
Dr. Alan Lacoste is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

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