Dr. James Lipstate is a rheumatologist in Lafayette, LA. He treats disorders affecting the joints, muscles and bones (and may also involve other organ systems).
Yes, Dr. James M. Lipstate is accepting new patients at this office.
(337) 235-1865
401 Audubon Boulevard, 102b, Lafayette, LA 70503-2676
Dr. James Lipstate graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1980.
Dr. Lipstate has one office in Louisiana where he specializes in Rheumatology and Internal Medicine.
Dr. Lipstate works with three doctors including Dr. Justin Fontenot and Dr. Jennifer Malin.
Rheumatologists are specialized physicians who treat arthritis and other rheumatic diseases—those that affect the muscles, joints and bones. Dr. Lipstate can diagnose and treat highly complex conditions, including those that affect other organs and systems like the brain, kidneys, blood vessels or lungs. Conditions treated may include rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and fibromyalgia, among many others.
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Lipstate specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. Dr. Lipstate can also refer patients to specialists when medically necessary. For example, patients with severe heart problems may be referred to a cardiologist for additional diagnostic tests or treatments.
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Lipstate, but only those who participate in Medicare.