Dr. Ernest Washington Kinchen M.D.
Internist
2100 Jefferson St Lafayette LA, 70501About
Dr. Ernest Kinchen is an internist practicing in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Kinchen 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. Kinchen 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
Howard University Medical School MD
Howard University College of Medicine 1965
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Anemia
- Sleep Apnea
- Arthritis
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (cad)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea (osa)
- Vascular Disease
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