Summary

Dr. James Blackburn specializes in geriatric medicine and psychiatry, bringing a unique combination of expertise to care for older adults. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at Baptist Memorial Hospital. With 66 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Blackburn has dedicated his career to understanding the complex health needs of aging patients. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Blackburn practices at Lafayette Psychotherapy Group in Lafayette, Louisiana. His extensive experience includes treating conditions such as colon polyps, knee osteoarthritis, and general osteoarthritis. He performs specialized procedures including colonoscopy and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy to diagnose and monitor digestive health concerns. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 66 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baptist Memorial Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Lafayette Psychotherapy Group

913 S College Rd Ste 102Lafayette, LA 70503
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Howell Blackburn, MDDr. Tami Tauzin Lagraize, MDSheryl A SmithKatherine Hicks Little
Geriatric MedicineInternal MedicinePsychiatryNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
66 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, French
Lafayette , LALafayette , LALafayette , LACrowley , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Howell Blackburn

  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Howell Blackburn has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Howell Blackburn has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Cognitive Issues/Testing
  • Confusion
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Testing
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • EOL Care
  • Insomnia
  • Osteopenia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Psychiatry
  • Schizophrenia
  • Senility
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Urinary Incontinence

Certifications, License, & Education

66 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baptist Memorial Hospital

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New OrleansGraduated in 1960

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Dr. James Blackburn's office is located at 913 S College Rd Ste 102, Lafayette, LA, 70503.
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