Summary

Following undergraduate studies at University of Southern Mississippi as well as University of South Alabama, Dr. Sugathan earned her Doctor of Medicine degree at University of Tennessee in 1990. She completed her residency in internal medicine as well as fellowship in cardiovascular diseases at University of Tennessee-Memphis, followed by a fellowship in critical care medicine at Rush-Presbyterian-St.Luke’s Medical Center in Chicago.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, French
  • Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 9 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Prasanna Sugathan has 2 locations

Imperial Health Cardiovascular Specialists

501 Doctor Michael Debakey DrLake Charles, LA 70601

Imperial Health Urgent Care Moss Bluff

277 N Highway 171 Ste 10Lake Charles, LA 70611
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: ALLAMA IQBAL MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prasanna Sugathan

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Prasanna Sugathan has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Prasanna Sugathan has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Prasanna Sugathan 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Sugathan's NPI number is 1598847733.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Prasanna Sugathan affiliated with?
Dr. Prasanna Sugathan is affiliated with Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Christus Oschner Saint Patrick Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center, Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Southwest Louisiana, Christus Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital, Select Specialty Hospital Camp Hill, and Memorial Hospital For Women.
Does Dr. Prasanna Sugathan accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Prasanna Sugathan speak?
Dr. Prasanna Sugathan speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, and French.

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