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Gary Kohler, MD

Location Information
  • Primary Location
    Memorial Pulmonary Associates
    2770 3rd Ave., Suite 350
    Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Hours
    • Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
      Sat-Sun: Closed

      Please call 337.494.2750 for more information.

Meet Gary Kohler, MD

Gary Kohler, MD, is a pulmonologist with Memorial Medical Group who is fellowship-trained and board-certified in pulmonary care and critical care by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

He received his medical degree from LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport. He then went on to complete his internship and residency in internal medicine at the University of Tennessee, where he served as Chief Resident of Internal Medicine. He remained at the University of Tennessee to complete his fellowship and serve as Chief Fellow of Pulmonary/Critical Care.

Dr. Kohler provides comprehensive care and treatment for a variety of chest conditions including COPD, emphysema, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia and chronic diseases of the lung.

Specialties:

  • COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder)
  • Emphysema
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Pneumonia
  • Chronic diseases of the lung
  • Asthma
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Lung cancer
  • Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy (ENB)

Research:

  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Sepsis syndrome
  • Adult respiratory distress syndrome
  • Nutrition in respiratory failure
  • Pulmonary mycetoma
  • COPD patients on mechanical ventilation

Professional Affiliations:

  • Diplomat, American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Diplomat in Pulmonary Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Diplomat in Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Fellow, American College of Chest Physicians
  • American Thoracic Society

Golden Stethoscope Award

August 2024

Education
  • Medical School
  • Louisiana State University School of Medicine
    Shreveport, LA
  • Internship
  • University of Tennessee
    Knoxville, TN
  • Residency
  • University of Tennessee
    Knoxville, TN
Insurances Accepted:
  • Aetna Health Inc., 
  • Blue Cross / Blue Shield, 
  • Cigna Health And Life Insurance Company, 
  • Hmo Louisiana, Inc., 
  • Humana, 
  • IMA, 
  • Louisiana Health Service & Indemnity Company, 
  • Meritain Health, 
  • Office Of Group Benefits, 
  • Other, 
  • Self Insured, 
  • United Health Care, 
  • United Medical Resources, 
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
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I'm a new patient. Can I fill out the paperwork before my appointment?
To help prepare for your first appointment, you can download and print new patient paperwork prior to your visit. Please click Download under Patient Forms above. If you are not able to to do this before your visit, you can fill out paperwork in the office. Please note: some clinics may have other specific forms for new patients in addition to the forms above.
It's my first visit, do I need my medical records from my previous doctor(s)?
If you have seen another physician, it is helpful to have his/her previous office records. A consent for the release of information must be signed and then we can request records from your previous physician.
Do you need my insurance information at the time of my visit?
Yes, we require your insurance card at time of service. We will file all claims to our participating insurance groups. Payment of insurance co-pays, deductibles, and all fees NOT covered by your insurance company are expected at the time of service. Fees may be paid by cash, check or credit card.
Do you need my insurance information at the time of my visit?
Yes, we require your insurance card at time of service. We will file all claims to our participating insurance groups. Payment of insurance co-pays, deductibles, and all fees NOT covered by your insurance company are expected at the time of service. Fees may be paid by cash, check or credit card.
If I call with a question for the nurse or doctor, when can I expect a callback?
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I would like to access my medical records. How do I do that?
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Do you need my insurance information at the time of my visit?
Medical records can be accessed through the Follow My Health or the My MMG patient portals. You can request a copy of your medical records by calling 337.494.3149 or faxing a request to 337.494.3148. To learn more about accessing your records or to complete a Request for Information, click here.