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Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 62
Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD
3.6 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA.
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Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 62
Covington, LA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA.

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Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Covington, LA and has 36 years experience. They graduated from University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in 1988 and completed a residency at Ochsner Surg-Ochsner Med Found.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Surgical Hospital and AVALA Hospital. At present, Dr. Lavin received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lavin is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Obesity
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Obesity
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Obesity
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Ileus
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Intestinal Obstruction
Pancreatic Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Acid Reflux Surgery
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Esophageal Surgery
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Port Placements or Replacements
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Stomach Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Weight Loss Revisional Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • United Healthcare

Locations

  1. 1 Surgical Specialists of Louisiana
    7015 Highway 190 East Service Rd Ste 200, Covington, LA 70433
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 234-3000
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
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    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Surgical Specialists of La
    3100 Galleria Dr Ste 300, Metairie, LA 70001
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 934-3000
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 Avala
    67252 Industry Ln, Covington, LA 70433
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 809-9888
  4. 4 Office
    1810 Lindberg Dr Ste 1700, Slidell, LA 70458
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (985) 234-3000

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3.6
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (11)
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2 Stars (2)
1 Star (5)

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Jul 14, 2021
Dr.Lavin is amazing. He is doing a prosidure..only he can do. I trust him!! God guides him and everything is going to be done correctly. Dr.Lavin I believe in you. Eunice A
Eunice — Jul 14, 2021
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is a bariatric surgery specialist in Covington, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences in 1988. He specializes in Bariatric Surgery and General Surgery.
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Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ochsner Surg-Ochsner Med Found
    1995
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lavin's profile.

Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD is affiliated with Our Lady Of The Lake Surgical Hospital and AVALA Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Lavin, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Our Lady Of The Lake Surgical Hospital

    1700 Lindberg Dr, Slidell, LA

  • AVALA Hospital

    67252 Industry Ln, Covington, LA