62 General Surgeons Found in Westlake, LA

We found 62 General Surgeons available in Westlake, LA with an average 4 stars across 515 reviews. Find the best one for your needs by years of experience, distance, reviews on Vitals, and more through the filters provided below. Currently, 28 General Surgeons listed are accepting new patients and 21 accept Medicare.

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Dr. Matthew Ryan Burton, MD

Neurological Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.3 mi
"The whole office is wonderful! Really enjoy Dr. Burton's caring personality. Listened to problems from former dentist and cared to make things better." View Profile

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Dr. Ralph William Colpitts, MD

Plastic Surgery
50 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"i could not ask for a more polit and awesome doctor,, and he did a great job too" View Profile

Dr. Joshua Paul Holstead, MD

Urology
16 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"If you are looking for a great urologist, Dr. Joshua Holstead is awesome. He is compassionate, takes the time to explain everything to you." View Profile

Dr. Subbareddy Konda, MD

Thoracic Surgery
47 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. Subbareddy Konda, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Round Rock, TX and Lake Charles, LA(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Dr. James Douglas Perry, MD

Orthopedic Surgery
43 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"Dr. Perry is an awesome doctor and I would recommend him to anyone. He did surgery on my back and my arm. I exercise, work out and was able to work full time until I retired." View Profile

Dr. Keith Chifei Chung, MD

Surgery
33 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"So nice and helpful, put me and my family at ease right away. He was funny and answered all my million questions. All went smooth and I’m so glad I found him finally." View Profile

Dr. Andrew Lee Foret, MD

Hand Surgery
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"I have complete confidence in Dr. Foret's knowledge and skill. My procedure went exactly as explained. Highly recommend." View Profile

Dr. Jon Perenack, MD, DDS

Surgery
27 years exp
Lake Charles, LA6.9 mi
"Great experience, very happy with my result" View Profile

Dr. Thomas Cleveland Strong, MD

Surgery
43 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"Dr. Strong put me at ease immediately, gave me confidence in him, and his ability to perform my pending surgery. I have a hearing problem and he was patient with that." View Profile

Dr. Kenneth Ajah Ewane, MD

Urology
17 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.7 mi
Dr. Kenneth Ajah Ewane, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Brownsville, TX and Lake Charles, LA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. William Moss, MD

Surgery
39 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.3 mi
"Always smiling. Really cared about my needs and concerns. Great surgeon and took care of my body complications with care and precision. Very thorough, in my opinion." View Profile

Dr. Matias J Nauts, DO

Surgery
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"Very knowledgeable to the point and highly respectful. The first time I met Dr. Nauts I knew I was in good hands, meaning that I picked the perfect surgeon to do my hernia surgery." View Profile

Dr. Matthew Ryan Burton, MD

Neurological Surgery
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.3 mi
"The whole office is wonderful! Really enjoy Dr. Burton's caring personality. Listened to problems from former dentist and cared to make things better." View Profile

Dr. Thomas Howard Mccalla, MD

Surgery
47 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"I have never had a better doctor. I have been through a few months of major health issues and complications during which Dr. McCalla has been outstanding." View Profile

Dr. David Jacob Drez, MD

Sports Medicine
63 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. David Jacob Drez, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lake Charles, LA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Lucien Kennedy Moss Jr, MD

Surgery
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Lucien Kennedy Moss Jr, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA. Their specialties include Surgery, Thoracic Surgery. View Profile

Dr. John Harold Upshaw, MD

Urology
29 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. John Harold Upshaw, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with another office in Lake Charles, LA. He has 29 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Niazy Mahmoud Selim, MD

Surgery
35 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"From the moment I step into his office for a consultation, his staff were very welcoming polite informative ." View Profile

Dr. Matthew J Mutter, MD

Urology
16 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.7 mi
"Dr. Mutter is a consummate professional and makes healthcare choices and decisions based on desired outcomes and potential side effects clear, informed, and most importantly the patient’s choice." View Profile

Dr. Mark Oliver Becker, MD

Emergency Medicine
35 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Mark Oliver Becker, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and New Orleans, LA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Kenneth Wayne Falterman, MD

Surgery
55 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA9.8 mi
"Dr. Falterman was wonderful and caring and kind and treated my son with his complex medical condition extremely well." View Profile

Dr. John Mark Morales, MD

Thoracic Surgery
42 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi

Dr. Kristie Dawn Osteen, MD

Anesthesiology
23 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
"Im 72 and almost died in the operating room. Dr. Osteen gave me a second chance...THANK YOU!" View Profile

Dr. James Eugene Pollard, MD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
31 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sulphur, LA4.7 mi
Dr. James Eugene Pollard, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sulphur, LA, with another office in Orange, TX. He has 31 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Suma Sangisetty Maddox, MD

Surgery
17 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.2 mi
Dr. Suma Sangisetty Maddox, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and NEW ORLEANS, LA. View Profile

Dr. Walter Pierre Ledet, MD

Surgery
58 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"Dr. Ledet is very good with talking to patients and explaining what he will do in surgery." View Profile

Dr. Thomas Maciej Rossowski, MD

Surgery
35 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. Thomas Maciej Rossowski, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Sulphur, LA. View Profile

Dr. Deiadra Janine Garrett, MD

Critical Care Medicine
29 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA9.8 mi
Dr. Deiadra Janine Garrett, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Alexandria, LA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Monte Martin Bonneval, MD

Surgery
53 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA4.7 mi
Dr. Monte Martin Bonneval, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Cut Off, LA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Baron Blakely Newton, MD

Surgery
49 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"Dr Newton is compassionate, kind and thorough, as is his staff. His surgical skills are excellent! I highly recommend him above all other surgeons in the Lake Charles area." View Profile

Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer, MD

Surgery
29 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. Richard Thomas Shimer, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lake Charles, LA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Justin Rudd, MD

Surgery
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. Justin Rudd, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA. He has 14 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, General Surgeon. View Profile

Dr. Ronald Samuel Kober, MD

Vascular Surgery
51 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
"Very competent, well spoken, supportive, and full of common sense." View Profile

Dr. Lesley Martin Warshaw, MD

Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
41 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sulphur, LA6.2 mi
"I use to see Dr. Lesley Worshaw MD in Sulfur, LA until I moved to the north LA he was a great Dr. Very kind, polite, good bed side manners." View Profile

Dr. Andrew Farzad Nasseri, MD

Thoracic Surgery
27 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
"Dr. Nasseri was extremely thorough and caring. he spent enough time to explain to me my condition and different surgical/non surgical options that I had." View Profile

Dr. William Armstrong Brown, MD

Colorectal Surgery
31 years exp
Lake Charles, LA8.2 mi
"He was the best doctor I've ever had. He said my life more times than I could count. I couldn't recommend him enough. He is compassionate and devoted to his patients." View Profile

Dr. George Rawleigh Fisher, MD

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
21 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. George Rawleigh Fisher, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lake Charles, LA. View Profile

Dr. Joseph John Odonnell, MD

Surgery
48 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. Joseph John Odonnell, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in LAKE CHARLES, LA and Lake Charles, LA(and 4 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Amanda Susan Ellington, MD

Surgery
19 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
"She is an amazing surgeon. She is very caring and explains everything in details to ensure that you understand" View Profile

Dr. Dhaval Vyomesh Adhvaryu, MD

Surgery
28 years exp
Lake Charles, LA8.2 mi
"He is the best surgeon ever. I’ve lived with stage 4 hemmroids for 15 years. I thought I would live with it the rest of my life until I met Dr. Adhvaryu." View Profile

Dr. Stephen Bryan Castleberry, MD

Surgery
22 years exp
Sulphur, LA6.6 mi
Dr. Stephen Bryan Castleberry, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sulphur, LA. He has 22 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Robert V Shafor, MD

Surgery
37 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
"I definitely recommend Dr, Shafor to others. He is a good surgeon who cares about his patients. He explains everything." View Profile

Dr. Paul Gibson Murphy, MD

Urology
14 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Paul Gibson Murphy, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Monroe, LA and Monroe, LA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Harold Tillman Shelton

Surgery
52 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.4 mi
Dr. Harold Tillman Shelton is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA. He has 52 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery, Emergency Medicine. View Profile

Dr. Barry Michael Levet, MD

Surgery
35 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA6.1 mi
Dr. Barry Michael Levet, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA. He has 35 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Rebecca Elizabeth Schroll, MD

Surgery
19 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.3 mi
Dr. Rebecca Elizabeth Schroll, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lake Charles, LA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Darin Doumite, MD

Surgery
18 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Darin Doumite, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lake Charles, LA. He has 18 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. David Michael Rudd

Surgery
9 years exp
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. David Michael Rudd is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lafayette, LA(and 6 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Diana P Betancourt

Surgery
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. Diana P Betancourt is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lake Charles, LA. View Profile

Dr. William Stewart Steinhardt, MD

Surgery
15 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA3.6 mi
Dr. William Stewart Steinhardt, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Marrero, LA and Marrero, LA(and 5 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Donald Hoyt Vines, MD

Surgery
Lake Charles, LA3.7 mi
Dr. Donald Hoyt Vines, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA. Their specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Brittany Campbell

Nurse Practitioner
Accepting New Patients
LAKE CHARLES, LA4.8 mi
Brittany Campbell is a health care provider primarily located in LAKE CHARLES, LA. Her specialties include Surgery, Nurse Practitioner. View Profile

Dr. Michael Benjamin Hunter, MD

Anesthesiology
11 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.3 mi
Dr. Michael Benjamin Hunter, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in SAN ANTONIO, TX and Lake Charles, LA(and 2 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Eric Matthew Waetjen, MD

Hand Surgery
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.3 mi
Dr. Eric Matthew Waetjen, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Jackson, MS and Tulsa, OK(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Eric Linville

Surgery
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Eric Linville is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with another office in Lake Charles, LA. Their specialties include Surgery, Trauma Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Eric Weston Linville

Surgery
8 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Eric Weston Linville is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA. He has 8 years of experience. His specialties include Surgery. View Profile

Dr. Kyungmin M Kang, MD

Neuroradiology
14 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Kyungmin M Kang, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and Hollywood, FL(and 7 other locations). View Profile

Dr. Morgan Shea Kirkpatrick

Surgery
7 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Morgan Shea Kirkpatrick is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA, with other offices in Lake Charles, LA and Lake Charles, LA. View Profile

Dr. Andrew Wallace Wright, MD

Anesthesiology
15 years exp
Lake Charles, LA5.4 mi
Dr. Andrew Wallace Wright, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Lake Charles, LA. He has 15 years of experience. View Profile

Dr. Matthew Douglas Ayo

Surgery
10 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sulphur, LA6.5 mi
Dr. Matthew Douglas Ayo is a health care provider primarily located in Sulphur, LA, with other offices in Sulphur, LA and New Orleans, LA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

Dr. William Devin Seale, MD

Surgery
13 years exp
Accepting New Patients
Sulphur, LA6.6 mi
Dr. William Devin Seale, MD is a health care provider primarily located in Sulphur, LA, with other offices in New Orleans, LA and New Orleans, LA(and 3 other locations). View Profile

What is a General Surgeon and How Can They Help You?

A surgeon performs operative interventions to treat pathology, trauma, and structural abnormalities through invasive techniques. Surgeons diagnose surgical conditions and provide perioperative patient management.

Surgeons complete medical school and surgical residency lasting five to seven years depending on specialty (general surgery, cardiothoracic, etc.). Many pursue subspecialty fellowship for specialized surgical expertise.

A Surgeon's clinical work involves:

  • Concentrates on operative management of disease and injury across body systems
  • Assesses patients, orders investigations, determines surgical indications, performs operations, oversees postoperative care
  • Treats traumatic injuries, neoplasms, hernias, appendiceal inflammation, biliary disease, and vascular pathology
  • Uses conventional open techniques, laparoscopic methods, robotic-assisted procedures, and minimally invasive approaches
  • Known as: general surgeon, operative specialist, MD, DO

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best way to search for a General Surgeon in Westlake who accepts my health insurance?
Navigate to the insurance filter located at the top of the search page and select your health plan. This will display only General Surgeons in Westlake who are in-network with your carrier. For additional confirmation, visit each doctor's profile or reach out to their office by phone.
Where can I find General Surgeons in Westlake who offer virtual appointments?
Select the "Virtual Visit" filter at the top of the search page to see General Surgeons providing telehealth services in Westlake. Check each doctor's profile for video visit options and online scheduling availability. You may also call their office to set up a remote consultation.
What's the easiest way to locate highly-rated General Surgeons in Westlake?
Use the "Ratings" filter at the top of the search page to filter results by the average star rating. Browse individual profiles to see patient reviews and ratings in detail. When comparing General Surgeons, look at both the average star rating and how many patients have submitted reviews.
Is it possible to schedule a same-day visit with a General Surgeon in Westlake?
Visit individual doctor profiles to see their current scheduling availability in Westlake. If you don't see same-day openings listed online, try calling their office—walk-in times may be available that don't appear on the website.
Which General Surgeons in Westlake have the shortest wait times?
Review the Ratings & Reviews card on each provider's profile to see their average wait time in Westlake. This helps you find a General Surgeon that doesn’t make their patients wait too long.
Can I schedule appointments with General Surgeons in Westlake without calling?
Search for General Surgeons who have "Book Online" or "Request Now" options on their profiles. Click these buttons to access online appointment scheduling. If a provider doesn't offer web-based booking, their phone number will be available for traditional scheduling.
How do I locate a General Surgeon in Westlake with evening or weekend hours?
Check the Locations card on each profile to view office hours for General Surgeons in Westlake. This helps you find providers with non-traditional availability. For the most accurate information about extended availability, call the office directly.
How do I leave feedback about my appointment with a General Surgeon in Westlake?
Go to your doctor's profile page and click the "Leave a Review" button or link. You can share your rating and write about your experience. Patient reviews like yours help others in the community choose the right General Surgeon.
How can I locate a General Surgeon in Westlake who is fluent in my preferred language?
Review the language information displayed on individual profiles for General Surgeons. If this information isn't available online, contact the office directly to ask about the doctor's language capabilities or whether interpreters are available.
How do I search for a General Surgeon in Westlake who works at a particular hospital or medical center?
Check the "Hospital Affiliation" and "Locations" sections on each provider's profile to see where General Surgeons practice. You can also enter a specific hospital or medical group name into the search tool to find General Surgeons who work there.

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