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Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD

General Surgery* Age 49
Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD
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Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD is a General Surgeon in Lafayette, LA.
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Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD

General Surgery* Age 49
Lafayette, LA
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience
Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD is a General Surgeon in Lafayette, LA.

About

Dr. Eschete graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 2003 and completed a residency at LSU Medical Health Sciences Center|LSU--Chief Academic Resident.Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD is a General Surgeon in Lafayette, LA and has 21 years experience. Dr. Eschete currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. Dr. Eschete has experience treating conditions like Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Gallstones and Peptic Ulcer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Eschete received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 77 times. Dr. Eschete's office accepts new patients. Dr. Eschete is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Peptic Ulcer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Peptic Ulcer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Peptic Ulcer
Obesity
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Abdominal Pain
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjustable Gastric Banding
Adrenalectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Colectomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Meniscus Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Surgical Hospital Management System LLC
    1000 W Pinhook Rd Ste 310, Lafayette, LA 70503
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 289-8060
  2. 2 Ochsner Lafayette General Surgical Hospital
    1000 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA 70503
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 233-9900
  3. 3 Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center
    1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70503
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 289-7991

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Eschete
4.8
Based on 77 Reviews
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1 Star (4)

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Mar 16, 2022
Weight Loss Surgery ,the Doctor and staff were friendly and knowledgeable
Jill Bourque — Mar 16, 2022
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center
    2004
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • LSU Medical Health Sciences Center|LSU--Chief Academic Resident
    2007
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • North Shore/long Island Jewish Medical Center
    2009
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Eschete's profile.

Dr. Eschete frequently treats the following conditions: Cholecystitis and Gallstones, Gallstones and Peptic Ulcer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Dennis Eschete, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

    1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA