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Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 62
Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD
3.6 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA.
Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD
3.6 (18 Ratings)
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Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 62
Covington, LA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA.

About

Dr. Lavin graduated from University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in 1988 and completed a residency at Ochsner Surg-Ochsner Med Found.Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA and has 36 years experience. Dr. Lavin currently practices at Dr. James 'Buddy' Leithead III, MD and are affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital, Avala Hospital, Lakeview Regional Medical Center and Tulane Medical Center. At present, Dr. Lavin received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Lavin's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lavin is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Obesity
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Obesity
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
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Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Esophageal Diverticulum
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Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
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Intestinal Obstruction
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Colectomy
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Esophageal Surgery
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Sleeve Gastrectomy, Laparoscopic
Stomach Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Weight Loss Revisional Surgery

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Locations

  1. 1 Surgical Specialists of Louisiana
    7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd, Covington, LA 70433
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3.6
Based on 18 Reviews
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1 Star (5)

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Jul 14, 2021
Dr.Lavin is amazing. He is doing a prosidure..only he can do. I trust him!! God guides him and everything is going to be done correctly. Dr.Lavin I believe in you. Eunice A
Eunice — Jul 14, 2021
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Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ochsner Surg-Ochsner Med Found
    1995
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lavin's profile.

Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is affiliated with Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital, Avala Hospital, Lakeview Regional Medical Center and Tulane Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Our Lady of the Lake Surgical Hospital

    1700 Lindberg Dr, Slidell, LA

  • Avala Hospital

    67252 Industry Ln, Covington, LA

  • Lakeview Regional Medical Center

    95 Judge Tanner Blvd, Covington, LA

  • Tulane Medical Center

    1415 Tulane Ave, New Orleans, LA