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Dr. Peter Karam, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 58
Dr. Peter Karam, MD
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Dr. Peter Karam, MD is an Internist in Lake Charles, LA.
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Dr. Peter Karam, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 58
Lake Charles, LA
Accepting new patients
33 years of experience
Dr. Peter Karam, MD is an Internist in Lake Charles, LA.

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Dr. Karam graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine. Dr. Peter Karam, MD is an Internist in Lake Charles, LA and has 33 years experience. Dr. Karam currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Dr. Karam has experience treating conditions like Lichen Simplex Chronicus among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Karam received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Karam's office accepts new patients. Dr. Karam is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
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Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
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Alkalosis
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atherosclerosis
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Chondromalacia
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Constipation
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Dysentery
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Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
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Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
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Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Gout
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Hepatitis A
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Hypercalcemia
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Influenza (Flu)
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Kidney Infection
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
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Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Long COVID Disorder
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Marijuana Withdrawal
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
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Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
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Neurogenic Bladder
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Osteoarthritis of Hand
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Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Peptic Ulcer
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Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
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Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Yeast Infections
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Allergy Shots
Breath Testing
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Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization
Immunization Administration
Joint Injection
Physical Examination
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Urinalysis
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Locations

  1. 1 Advanced Mri
    2770 3rd Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 494-6800
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
  2. 2 Walter Olin Moss Regional Medical Center
    1000 Walters St, Lake Charles, LA 70607
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (337) 480-8066

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May 24, 2024
He visited my husband in the hospital and ended up saving his life.
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Peter Karam, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Karam's profile.

Dr. Peter Karam, MD is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Peter Karam, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA