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Dr. Luke Williams, MD

Dr. Luke Williams, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Luke Williams, MD is a pulmonologist in Lake Charles, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Williams has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital and CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Practice

501 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Lake Charles, LA 70601
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Williams is affiliated with West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Sulphur, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Williams specializes in the area of Critical Care Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Williams' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Williams

2.9
33 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
45%
45%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
0%
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2 star
3%
3%
1 star
48%
48%

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Dr Williams preformed a procedure incorrectly on my father in ICU last year.He then lied about it to me in tje waiting room and suggested I move to Houston and take my father there!He is unprofessional and arrogant which makes him dangerous in my opinion! He then discharged my father with a collapsed lung a couple days later. My father DIED soon after! I highly suggest finding someone else to take care of your lived ones!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Kristin Manuel – Apr 28, 2025
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Amazing Dr!
Dr Williams has been overseeing my father’s care while he’s been at St Patrick hospital. He always took his time even though my family always had many questions. Dr Williams went over what dad was going through, what his body was or wasn't doing and what he was doing to help make up for the imbalance. He was kind, gentle and honest with us at every step. He encouraged us to keep fighting for dad as long as there was a reasonable chance for his recovery. He is a warrior for his patients and an angel for the families. He is wise with several decades of experience. We are deeply grateful for everything he’s done to give us a little more time together with dad. He went to extraordinary lengths to give dad a fighting chance. Thank you Dr. Williams!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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A. Boggs – Aug 09, 2024
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Arrogant and Ignorant
His rudeness and his having no sympathy was what stood out the most. He made statements that should not come out of a doctor's mouth. He took an oath and believe me its just a job and money for him.... This was the most nasty , rude and unprofessional doctor I have encountered.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 10, 2023
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Judy McCullough
Dr Williams is an excellent doctor. He answered all my questions. He showed me my CT scan and went over everything. He did not rush through the appointment. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2023
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Very good Doctor
I believe him to be a very good Doctor but has too much time dictating to his machine instead of truly listening to his patient. Very blunt and to the point manner but very much on point. Long wait times but he doesn't rush your visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 18, 2022
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He is very good, know what he'd talking about. His staff is very good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Tam – Dec 20, 2021
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First time we met him I was in hospital w pneumonia. He was referred to "check me" by my regular doctor. He walked in, introduced himself, then whipped out his phone(!?) and insisted we watch a video of his young daughter playing the piano. We were shocked. Not only was I feeling bad, I also did not give a crap about his kid! We were appalled. So weird. I am not sure he even listened to my lungs, but he charged us a $700 fee for the 15-20 minutes he was in my room! Based on that strange experience, my opinion is his daughter is a better piano player than he is a doctor! That was a few years ago. I prefer doctors who act professionally, and take my illness with a little more seriousness. I hope he's changed, but I don't to care to find out. My wife and I still talk about that bizarre hospital visit and shake out heads in disbelief! We should have reported him at the time but we had big health problems on which to focus. Just glad he didn't have grandkid pictures to show. Strangeness!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Lamar – Oct 27, 2021
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THIS guys a joke go to Houston to a real doctor!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 14, 2020
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Worst Doctor ever!!! Go to New Orleans or Houston this guy's a clown !!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Lake Charles, LA – Feb 13, 2020
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The "very first time" we met Dr. Williams, he walked into the Treatment Room, without introducing himself and started "smelling" thru the room and said "You guy's smoke? " I smell the smoke, and white people that smoke are "White Trailor Trash". We were shocked at such a statement from someone we had never met before. Dr. Williams, in my opinion, is a nice guy once you get to know him and overlook the boldness of his ways of communicating with you. He tries to be friendly just doesn't know how.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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TinaMarie in LA – Feb 22, 2019
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We LOVE Dr. Williams and his staff. He has been a God send in treating my husbands COPD. I find him very straight forward and personable. I would recommend to anyone that is in need of a Pulmonolgist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Laurie in Lake Charles – Jan 30, 2018
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Dr. Williams saved my Life and the staff at St. Christ. Hospital. I was diagnosed with ARDS... I'm so forever grateful for them I was placed on a ventilator I had at least 12 doctors. Dr. Williams thank you so much & God bless you all. Cynthia White Holcomb
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Cynthia Holcomb in Carriere, Mississippi. 39426 – Jan 13, 2017
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Awful scheduling. I left after waiting two hours
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Redneckmba in Lake Charles LA – Jan 12, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Luke Williams, MD is a pulmonologist in Lake Charles, LA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Williams has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from LSU Health...read more
  • Pulmonary Disease

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  • La State University School Of Med|university Hospital S Tx Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
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Locations

Practice

R. Mark Williams MD Apmc501 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr Lake Charles, LA 70601
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Imperial Health LLP4201 Nelson Rd Ste 100 Lake Charles, LA 70605
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Office1747 Imperial Blvd Ste B Lake Charles, LA 70605
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Practice

Office277 N Highway 171 Ste 8 Lake Charles, LA 70611
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital

    524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr
    Lake Charles, LA 70601
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital

    701 Cypress St
    Sulphur, LA 70663
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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