Summary

Dr. Raul Varela has practiced rheumatology and internal medicine for 54 years. He sees patients in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and completed his residency at Touro Infirmary.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 54 years of experience
  • 3 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Touro Infirmary
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Raul E Varela has 3 locations

Christus Primary Care And Multi Specialty Group

401 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Ste 100Lake Charles, LA 70601
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

Christus Primary Care & Rehabilitation

401 Doctor Michael Debakey DrLake Charles, LA 70601
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

Vein Center Of Southwest Louisiana

501 Doctor Michael Debakey DrLake Charles, LA 70601

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RheumatologyNephrologyPhysical Medicine & RehabilitationNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.3 
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54 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Lake Charles , LABeaumont , TXLake Charles , LALake Charles , LA
Med School: Universidad De Panama Facultad De Medicina Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Raul E Varela

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Raul E Varela has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Raul E Varela has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Internal Medicine
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Touro Infirmary.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad De Panama Facultad De Medicina in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Varela's NPI number is 1134271448.

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Dr. Raul Varela speaks English.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards

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