Summary

Dr. Enrique Mendez specializes in rheumatology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Salvadorena Alberto Masferrer Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. With 35 years of medical experience, Dr. Mendez brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Mendez practices at locations in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and maintains an affiliation with Christus Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital. He treats patients with osteoarthritis, helping them manage joint pain and maintain mobility. Dr. Mendez also provides care for individuals dealing with chronic pain conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 17 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez has 2 locations

Enrique Mendez Md Medical Group

1727 IMPERIAL BLVD BLDG 1BLAKE CHARLES, LA 70605
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Center For Orthopaedics

1747 Imperial BlvdLake Charles, LA 70605
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
3.3 
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3.5 
35 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
LAKE CHARLES , LALake Charles , LALake Charles , LALake Charles , LA
Med School: Universidad Salvadorena Alberto Masferrer Facultad De Medicina Med School: Universidad De Panama Facultad De Medicina Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.

Medical Specialties

Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Universidad Salvadorena Alberto Masferrer Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Enrique Mendez affiliated with?
Dr. Enrique Mendez is affiliated with Christus Oschner Saint Patrick Hospital.

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