Dr. Ricardo McCall MD, Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Ricardo McCall MD

Gastroenterologist | Gastroenterology

Lake Charles Louisiana, 70601
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Ricardo McCall, MD, is a remarkable gastroenterologist working at GI Associates of Louisiana in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He maintains his affiliation with Lake Area Medical Center and St. Patrickâ??s Hospital. Dr. McCall received his medical degree at Louisiana State University and trained at Ochsner Medical Center. He is board certified in internal medicine and gastroenterology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Education and Training

Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1992

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Southwestern Medical School

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Dr. Ricardo McCall MD's Expert Contributions
  • Bleeding after a colonoscopy - is it normal?

    A small amount of bleeding after a colonoscopy is not uncommon, if biopsies were performed during the procedure. However, large amounts of bleeding from the rectum can occur after removal of large polyps and it would be best to call your doctor or seek evaluation at the nearest emergency room immediately. READ MORE

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Treatments

  • Acid Reflux
  • Diarrhea
  • Colon Polyps
  • Gastritis
  • Pain

Fellowships

  • Ochsner Medical Center

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Being in the medical field makes him humble.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Fishing

Dr. Ricardo McCall MD's Practice location

Gastroenterology Associates

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Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601
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401 DR MICHAEL DEBAKEY DR STE 100 -
LAKE CHARLES, LA 70601
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Richard McCall, MD

555 S Ryan St #101 -
Lake Charles, LA 70601
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