
Dr. Joel Thomas Shores M.D.
Internist
1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA, 70605About
Dr. Joel Shores is an internist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Shores specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Shores provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
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- Dr. Greyson Clarke Thomas MD1980 Tybee Lane Lake Charles LA 70605
- Dr. Jarmon Charles Comeaux M.D.2770 3rd Ave Lake Charles LA 70601
- Dr. Susan Bourgeois Ieyoub M.D.4345 NELSON RD STE 201 LAKE CHARLES LA 70605
- Dr. Peter W Karam M.D.1000 WALTERS ST LAKE CHARLES LA 70607
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