Dr. Peter W Karam M.D.
Internist
2770 3rd Ave Suite 350 Lake Charles LA, 70601About
Dr. Peter Karam is an internist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Karam 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. Karam 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.
Education and Training
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1992
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1992
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension)
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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