Dr. William Patrick Gahan M.D.?
Update this Profile
Dr. William Patrick Gahan M.D., Geriatrician
We verify the medical license of each FindaTopDoc Verified Doctor to ensure that their license is active and they are in good medical standing.

Dr. William Patrick Gahan M.D.

Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine

5247 Didesse Dr Baton Rouge LA, 70808

About

Dr. William Gahan practices Geriatric Medicine in Baton Rouge, LA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Gahan works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.

Education and Training

Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1976

University of Illinois College of Medicine 1976

Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1979

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Geriatric Medicine

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Dr. William Patrick Gahan M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 5247 Didesse Dr

5247 Didesse Dr -
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Get Direction
New patients: 615-284-2222, 225-765-3076
Fax: 225-765-3090, 615-284-3750

Dr. William Patrick Gahan M.D.'s reviews

(0)
Write Review

Recommended Articles

  • How is Lung Cancer Diagnosed?

    Lung Cancer is one of the most common and serious forms of cancers in the world. In fact, it is also one of the leading causes of cancer deaths for both men and women. This form of cancer is known to mainly affect older people, primarily those in their seventies. Smoking has been identified as one...

  • Aricept for Alzheimer's Disease: Side Effects and Usage

    Generic Name: DonepezilBrand Names: Aricept, Aricept ODTWhat is Aricept?Aricept (donepezil) is a medication used for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. This medication improves nerve function in the brain and works by preventing the breakdown of acetylcholine,...

  • What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Arthritis?

    Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation and swelling in the joints. It may also affect the tissues surrounding the joints and other adjacent or connective tissues, and its adverse effects may be either on one or multiple joints. The arthritic disease or condition can be categorized into...

  • Where Exactly Does the Pain Occur During Appendicitis?

    Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a disease that is mostly known as the rupture of the appendix. The human appendix is considered to be a vestigial structure. Vestigial means lacking meaningful work, or the evolving of a part of the body to take on a new shape, or an organ that has...

  • Health Benefits of MSM Supplements

    What is MSM?MSM, or methylsulfonylmethane, is an organic compound containing sulfur, which has been used for improving the functions of the immune system, lowering inflammation caused in the body, and restoring healthy tissue.MSM has biologically-active sulfur, which is the fourth most plentiful...

  • Treatments for Arthritis: 5 Tips on Living with Arthritis

    Living with arthritis is never easy. People who are suffering from this disease will tell you that for sure. You will face constant pain in your arms, legs, your back, and joints. In a word, you will feel like your bones are falling apart. Equally important is that the pain can have a serious impact...

Nearby Providers

Nearest Hospitals

OUR LADY OF THE LAKE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTERl

5000 HENNESSY BLVD BATON ROUGE LA 70808

Head northeast on Didesse Drive 1182 ft
Turn left onto Hennessy Boulevard 441 ft
Turn right onto Dijon Drive 1566 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

THE SPINE HOSPITAL OF LOUISIANAl

10105 PARK ROW CIRCLE, SUITE 250 BATON ROUGE LA 70810

Head southwest on Didesse Drive 167 ft
Turn right onto Picardy Avenue 500 ft
Turn left onto One Perkins Place Drive 1136 ft
Turn left onto Perkins Road (LA 427) 1.7 mi
Turn left onto Bluebonnet Boulevard (LA 1248) 700 ft
Turn right onto Perkins Rowe Avenue 700 ft
Turn left onto Park Rowe Circle 210 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right

SURGICAL SPECIALTY CENTER OF BATON ROUGEl

8080 BLUEBONNET BLVD BATON ROUGE LA 70810

Head southwest on Didesse Drive 167 ft
Turn right onto Picardy Avenue 500 ft
Turn left onto One Perkins Place Drive 1136 ft
Turn left onto Perkins Road (LA 427) 1.7 mi
Turn right onto Bluebonnet Boulevard (LA 1248) 1128 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the right