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Dr. Karen Bates, MD

Cardiology* Age 71
Dr. Karen Bates, MD
3.5 (6 Ratings)
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Dr. Karen Bates, MD is a Cardiologist in Lafayette, LA.
Dr. Karen Bates, MD
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Dr. Karen Bates, MD

Cardiology* Age 71
Lafayette, LA
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience
Dr. Karen Bates, MD is a Cardiologist in Lafayette, LA.

About

Dr. Bates graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine. Dr. Karen Bates, MD is a Cardiologist in Lafayette, LA and has 35 years experience. Dr. Bates currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Woman's Hospital. Dr. Bates has experience treating conditions like Tobacco Use Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Bates received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Bates' office accepts new patients.

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Tobacco Use Disorder
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Pharyngitis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Pharyngitis
Tobacco Use Disorder
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Shortness of Breath
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acne
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Back Pain
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Coccygeal Pain
Constipation
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Diabetes Type 1
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Dyslipidemia
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Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Ganglion Cyst
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hidradenitis
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Perimenopause
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Diabetes Counseling
Pap Smear
Wellness Examination

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  • Cigna PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics
    2390 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70506
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 261-6000
  2. 2 Ochsner University Hospital & Clinics
    2390 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA 70506
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 261-6100
  3. 3 Office
    1340 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70112
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 261-6100

Patient Satisfaction

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3.5
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4 Stars (1)
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Mar 31, 2019
I have been seeing Dr. Bates for a long time. I am a disabled woman with alot of medical issues and alot of unique things that happen to me. She addresses every single issue and Always listens to what I have to say. She treats me as a whole person. She's # 1 in my book. Thanks
— Mar 31, 2019
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Cardiology
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Education

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  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    1989
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Dr. Karen Bates, MD is affiliated with Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center and Woman's Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ochsner University Hospital and Clinics

    2390 W Congress St, Lafayette, LA

  • Ochsner Acadia General Hospital

    1305 Crowley Rayne Hwy, Crowley, LA

  • Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center

    1214 Coolidge Blvd, Lafayette, LA

  • Woman's Hospital

    100 Womans Way, Baton Rouge, LA