Dr. Richard Kent Broussard, MD

Dr. Richard Broussard is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who has dedicated four decades to caring for patients with digestive health concerns. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. His extensive experience spans 40 years of practice, making him a seasoned expert in both gastroenterology and internal medicine. Dr. Broussard speaks Spanish and French, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Broussard practices at several respected medical facilities in Lafayette, Louisiana, including Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center, and Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, acid reflux disease, and diverticular disease. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal procedures to diagnose and …monitor digestive health issues. Patients have given Dr. Broussard an average rating of 4.5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.