
Carl P Fastabend MD
Cardiologist | Cardiovascular Disease
501 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Lake Charles LA, 70601About
Dr. Carl Fastabend is a cardiologist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Fastabend specializes in diagnosing, monitoring, and treating diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels and the cardiovascular system. These conditions include heart attacks, heart murmurs, coronary heart disease, and hypertension. Dr. Fastabend also practices preventative medicine, helping patients maintain a heart-healthy life.
Education and Training
Va Commonwealth Univ, Med Coll of Va Sch of Med, Richmond Va 1974
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Cardiovascular Disease
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- Fernando J. Ruiz M.D.1717 Oak Park Blvd Lake Charles LA 70601
- Jean King White M.D.600 Dr Michael Debakey Dr Lake Charles LA 70601
- James S Dunnick M.D.600 S Ryan St Lake Charles LA 70601
- Christopher S Thompson M.D.1717 Oak Park Blvd Lake Charles LA 70601
- John M Winterton M.D.1717 Oak Park Blvd Lake Charles LA 70601
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CHRISTUS ST PATRICK HOSPITALl
524 DR MICHAEL DEBAKEY STREET LAKE CHARLES LA 70601LAKE AREA MEDICAL CENTERl
4200 NELSON ROAD LAKE CHARLES LA 70605CHRISTUS ST PATRICK HOSPITALl
524 DR MICHAEL DEBAKEY STREET LAKE CHARLES LA 70601LAKE AREA MEDICAL CENTERl
4200 NELSON ROAD LAKE CHARLES LA 70605