Summary

Josephine M. Futrell, MD, PhD, gives you her full attention during your visit and considers you her most important patient. Well versed in the variety of dermatologic conditions, she’s ready to treat your medical, surgical or cosmetic needs.

An Arkansas native, Dr. Futrell started her career as a faculty member at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock where she earned her PhD. Moving to Louisiana, she earned her MD at LSUHSC-Shreveport School of Medicine and completed residency training at Tulane University School of Medicine. Dr. Futrell is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and a member of American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.

Dr. Futrell is married to her college sweetheart, Dr. Michael Futrell. In her personal time, Dr. Futrell enjoys running and kickboxing.

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Office Locations

Dr. Josephine M. Futrell has 2 locations

Ark-La-Tex Dermatology - Bossier City

2300 Hospital Dr Ste 400Bossier City, LA 71111
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

Ark-La-Tex Dermatology - Shreveport

7941 Youree DriveShreveport, LA 71115
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

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Josephine M. Futrell

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 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. Josephine M. Futrell has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Josephine M. Futrell has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
  • Acne Rosacea
  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Tulane University School of Medicine

Internship

LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine

Medical School

Louisiana State University School of Medicine

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Josephine Futrell affiliated with?
Dr. Josephine Futrell is affiliated with Willis Knighton Medical Center.
Is Dr. Josephine Futrell accepting new patients?
Dr. Josephine Futrell is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Josephine Futrell's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Josephine Futrell?
You can find contact information for Dr. Josephine Futrell here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Josephine Futrell speak?
Dr. Josephine Futrell speaks English.
Does Dr. Josephine Futrell accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Josephine Futrell has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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