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Dr. Joseph Lamar, MD

Pulmonology*
Map Pin Small Opelousas, LA
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Joseph Lamar, MD

Dr. Joseph Lamar, MD is a Pulmonology Specialist in Opelousas, LA. They graduated from NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY and is affiliated with Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center and Opelousas General Health System.

Dr. Lamar works at Practice in Opelousas, LA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lamar's Office Locations

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    WellSmart Health-Pulmonology Clinic
    1270 Attakapas Dr, Opelousas, LA 70570 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 943-7186

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center
  • Frye Regional Medical Center
  • Opelousas General Health System

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Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
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Asthma
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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Emphysema
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Pneumonia
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Shortness of Breath
Sleep Apnea
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Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
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Acute Respiratory Infection
Alkalosis
Anemia
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Anxiety
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Bacterial Sepsis
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Dyslipidemia
E. Coli Pneumonia
Empyema
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Fever
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Hernia
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Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypothyroidism
Joint Pain
Leukocytopenia
Lipid Disorders
Malnutrition
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nausea
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Pleural Effusion
Pneumonitis
Postnasal Drip
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Hypertension
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Sarcoidosis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Compression
Wheezing
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Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Immunization Administration
Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Thoracentesis
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    About Dr. Joseph Lamar, MD

    Specialties*
    • Pulmonology

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    Specialties*
    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1073928883
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • NEBRASKA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
    Medical Education

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