Summary

Dr. Francisco Candal is a pulmonologist and internal medicine physician with nearly five decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. Dr. Candal brings 49 years of expertise to his practice, providing care in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Candal practices at Ochsner Medical Center and sees patients at locations in Slidell, Louisiana. He specializes in treating respiratory conditions like sleep apnea and has extensive experience managing COVID-19 cases, including providing testing services. His practice also includes procedures such as bursa injections for joint-related concerns. Patients consistently rate Dr. Candal highly, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 49 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Francisco Javier Candal has 2 locations

Endocrinology And Diabetes Care

2240 Gause Blvd ESlidell, LA 70461
Mon8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 3:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ochsner Health Center Slidell

2750 Gause Blvd ESlidell, LA 70461
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Francisco Javier Candal, MDDr. James Francis French, MDDr. Ajay Ananda Acharya, MDDr. David Joseph Cuccia, MD
PulmonologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.9 
2.5 
3.4 
49 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Slidell , LABay Saint Louis , MSGulfport , MSMandeville , LA
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Sriram Chandra Bhanja Medical College Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Francisco Javier Candal

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Francisco Javier Candal has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Francisco Javier Candal has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lsu Health Sciences

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Francisco Candal's office located?
Dr. Francisco Candal's office is located at 2240 Gause Blvd E, Slidell, LA, 70461.
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