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Dr. Michael Garitty is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and has practiced orthopedic surgery for 12 years. Dr. Garitty is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Garitty practices at several locations throughout Lake Charles, Louisiana, including affiliations with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and the Archer Institute of Lake Charles Memorial Health System. He focuses on helping patients overcome joint pain, knee discomfort, and stiffness that can limit daily activities. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques designed to restore mobility and reduce pain.
Dr. Garitty practices at several locations throughout Lake Charles, Louisiana, including affiliations with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and the Archer Institute of Lake Charles Memorial Health System. He focuses on helping patients overcome joint pain, knee discomfort, and stiffness that can limit daily activities. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and hands-on manual therapy techniques designed to restore mobility and reduce pain.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 12 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
- 1 specialty
- 13 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Michael James Garitty has 3 locationsCenter For Orthopaedics
1747 Imperial BlvdLake Charles, LA 70605 Tel: (337) 721-7236
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
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| Orthopedic Surgery | Family Medicine | Orthopedic Surgery | Orthopedic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 12 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Lake Charles , LA | Lake Charles , LA | Lake Charles , LA | Lake Charles , LA |
| Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | |||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael James Garitty has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael James Garitty has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
12 Years Experience
Dr. Michael James Garitty holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 2014.
NPI Number
Dr. Garitty's NPI number is 1962815332.
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- Dr. Michael Garitty is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital and Archer Institute Of Lake Charles Memorial Health System.
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- Dr. Michael Garitty's office is located at 1747 Imperial Blvd, Lake Charles, LA, 70605.
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