Summary

Kamel Brakta, MD, is an SRC-accredited Master Surgeon in Robotic Surgery at Willis Knighton Health. A general surgeon and a bariatric surgeon, Dr. Brakta and his team continuously improve the health and well-being of patients seeking safer procedures, exceptional care and better overall surgical experiences.  

At WK Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery, Dr. Brakta surgically treats patients to help them meet their health and weight-loss goals. He skillfully uses robotic and advanced laparoscopic surgery tools for smaller incisions that mean shorter recovery times. Patient safety and comfort are important to Dr. Brakta as he supports their journey to a better quality of life. He has safely performed hundreds of surgeries using the da Vinci Surgical System at Willis Knighton hospitals.  

A Louisiana native, Dr. Brakta earned his undergraduate degree at LSU Baton Rouge and completed master’s degree coursework at Tulane University. He received his medical degree at LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport. His surgery residency was at Washington Hospital Center in D.C., a teaching hospital for Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Brakta is board certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery.  

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Office Location

WK Robotic & Laparoscopic Surgery

2551 Greenwood Rd Ste 310Shreveport, LA 71103
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
  • 4.2
  • 18 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Washington Hospital Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kamel Brakta

  • 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. Kamel Brakta has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kamel Brakta has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Bariatric Surgery
  • General Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Louisiana, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Washington Hospital Center2013

Internship

Washington Hospital Center2009

Medical School

Louisiana State University School of MedicineGraduated in 2008

Other Providers at Willis-Knighton Health System

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Where is Dr. Kamel Brakta's office located?
Dr. Kamel Brakta's office is located at 2551 Greenwood Rd Ste 310, Shreveport, LA, 71103.
What languages does Dr. Kamel Brakta speak?
Dr. Kamel Brakta speaks English.
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You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kamel Brakta accepts on their Vitals profile.

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