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Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 67
Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD
4.3 (6 Ratings)

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Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Lake Charles, LA.
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Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 67
Lake Charles, LA
Accepting new patients
41 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Lake Charles, LA.

About

Dr. Lugo graduated from Medical College of WI in 1983 and completed a residency at Hospital Good Samaritan.Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Lake Charles, LA and has 41 years experience. Dr. Lugo currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Dr. Lugo has experience treating conditions like Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax) among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lugo received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Lugo's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lugo is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Embolectomy Arterial
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Embolectomy Arterial
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Embolectomy Arterial
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Aortic Aneurysm
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atherosclerosis
Atrial Fibrillation
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease
Congenital Heart Defects
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Empyema
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Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Lung Cancer
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Nonrheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Nonrheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Systolic Heart Failure
Aneurysm Repair
Aortic Arch Repair
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Maze Procedure
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Thoracentesis
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adhesive Pericarditis
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy
Aneurysm
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Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Aortic Stenosis
Arrhythmias
Arteriovenous Fistula
Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Atrial Flutter
Benign Heart Tumors
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Pleural Neoplasm
Benign Tumor
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Buerger's Disease
Cancer
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Cardiac Tamponade
Cardiomegaly
Cardiomyopathy
Cerebral Embolism
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Congenital Aortic Valve Disorders
Congenital Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Dissection
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Embolism
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Heart Disease
Hypertensive Heart without Failure
Iliac Aneurysm
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Abscess
Lymphedema
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Mediastinal Tumors
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Noninfective Endocarditis
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Edema
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Pleural Neoplasm
Pneumonitis
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Septal Defect
Septic Embolism
Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Subacute Endocarditis
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thrombosis
Thymomas
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Unstable Angina
Vascular Disease
Venous Compression
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Atrial Tissue Ablation
Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Coronary Thrombectomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Esophageal Surgery
Head and Neck Surgery
Heart Defect Repair
Heart Surgery
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Impella Device
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Insertion of Epicardial Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)
Lung Surgery
Mitral Valve Bicuspidization
Mitral Valve Prosthetic Implantation
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lung Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Paracentesis
Partial Lobectomy
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Removal or Revision of Pacemaker or Cardioverter and-or Defibrillator
Resection of Cardiac Tumor
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Tracheal Surgery
Tricuspid Valve Surgery
Vascular Surgical Procedure
Venous Thrombectomy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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    Cigna
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Locations

  1. 1 Heart & Vascular Center
    1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 2, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 494-3278
  2. 2 Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 494-6799
  3. 3 Heart & Vascular Center
    1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 2, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 494-6799
  4. 4 Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 494-3000

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4.3
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Dec 06, 2019
Dr Lugo was my surgeon back in 2008 for my stage 3 esophageal cancer. Great surgeon along with his surgical team.
Darrel Lucas — Dec 06, 2019
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Medical College of WI
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • LA Co USC Medical Center
    1984
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Hospital Good Samaritan
    1990
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Dr. Lugo frequently treats the following conditions: Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax). See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joseph Lugo, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA