Summary

Born in the Dallas/Fort Worth area in Texas, John Patrick Lavo, MD, attended Baylor University (Sic 'Em Bears!) for his undergraduate education where he obtained a bachelor's degree in economics. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, which he completed in May of 2015. Dr. Lavo went on to complete a residency in otolaryngology at LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport. During his residency, Dr. Lavo fell in love with northwest Louisiana and decided to make it his home, joining the staff of Willis Knighton after his training.

Dr. Lavo's practice covers the majority of traditional ENT practice, including sinus and allergy, pediatrics (including chronic ear infections and tonsillitis), otology and ear disorders, voice and swallow dysfunction, and hypoglossal nerve stimulator for sleep medicine.

When not at work, Dr. Lavo enjoys tinkering with new electronic tech and cooking with his wife.

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Office Location

WK Bossier ENT & Allergy

2449 Hospital Dr Ste 440Bossier City, LA 71111
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John P. Lavo

  • AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health of Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Advantra Louisiana
  • Aetna Coventry Medicare Dual Preferred
  • Aetna Medicare Freedom PPO
  • Amerihealth Caritas Louisiana
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield - PPO Preferred Care
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield Federal Employees
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - HMO Louisiana
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Louisiana - Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield OGB
  • CIGNA Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care (Aetna)
  • First Health
  • GEHA (Government Employees Health Association)
  • Gilsbar
  • Health Plus of Louisiana
  • Healthy Blue
  • Humana
  • Humana Choice PPO
  • Humana Gold Plus SNP Dual Eligible
  • IMA of Louisiana
  • Louisiana Healthcare Connections
  • Louisiana Medicaid
  • Louisiana Medicaid CHIP
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (Aetna)
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Medicare Traditional Part B

Medical Specialties

Dr. John P. Lavo has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John P. Lavo has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Ear Nose And Throat
  • Otolaryngology

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine2020

Internship

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine2016

Medical School

University of Texas Medical BranchGraduated in 2015

Other Providers at Willis-Knighton Health System

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Dr. John Lavo speaks English.
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Dr. John Lavo's office is located at 2449 Hospital Dr Ste 440, Bossier City, LA, 71111.

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