Dr. Louis C. Blanda, MD

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Get to know Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Louis C. Blanda, who serves patients in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Dr. Blanda is an established orthopedic surgeon with Lafayette Bone & Joint Clinic in Lafayette, Louisiana. He and his colleagues offer patients a wide variety of orthopedic and rehabilitation services, specializing in general orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, sports medicine, arthroscopy, reconstructive surgery (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, and knee), joint replacement (shoulder, hip, and knee), orthopedic trauma, and neurosurgery. 

“At Lafayette Bone and Joint, we are dedicated to providing you and your family with the best medical treatment for all of your pain management needs. Located in the heart of Lafayette for over forty years, the clinic comprises four fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, a physiatrist, and a nursing staff—all with state-of-the-art healthcare facilities. Since all the surgeons specialize in different areas, they are able to take a more holistic approach to medicine and give you the individualized attention you deserve” as stated on the practice’s website. 

A native of New Orleans, Dr. Blanda graduated with his undergraduate degree from Tulane University. He then went on to complete his medical studies at the Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans in 1969. Upon graduation, he served his residency in orthopedic surgery at New Orleans Charity Hospital from 1970 until 1974.

With over five decades of experience, the doctor is board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS). The ABOS is an organization with the goal of establishing educational and professional standards for orthopedic residents and surgeons as well as evaluating the qualifications and competence of orthopedic surgeons.

Practicing at the Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital, Dr. Blanda is affiliated with Lafayette General Medical Center and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

In good standing with a number of professional organizations, he is a member of the Louisiana State Medical Society, the Lafayette Parish Medical Society, the Acadiana Orthopedic Association, and the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons.

Orthopedic surgery is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders.

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