Biography
Dr. LaShathan Banks practices family medicine at Ochsner Health in Slidell, Louisiana. Dr. Banks earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at William Carey University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She also holds a master's degree in cell and molecular biology from Tulane University. Dr. Banks completed her residency in internal medicine at Larkin Community Hospital - Palm Springs and a rotating internship at Northwell Health Peconic Bay Medical Center. Her professional affiliations include the American College of Internal Medicine and the American College of Physicians.
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Education and Training
Medical School
William Carey College
Field of Study: Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
Larkin Community Hospital
Field of Study: Internal Medicine
Zucker School of medicine at Hofstra Northwell
Field of Study: Transitional Year
Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Family Medicine
Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews
To obtain patient ratings and comments, we partner with Press Ganey, an independent patient satisfaction company that works with more than 26,000 healthcare organizations to improve the patient experience. These patient verified ratings are based on the “likelihood to recommend” physician scores on the nationally developed Medical Practice Survey. Actual top box results for this question are translated to a 1-5 scale, and the star scores are measured on that scale, with 5 being the best score.
February 2024
Amazing compassionate doctor. Loved her!
January 2024
I cried when I left because it was the first time in my life I didn't feel dismissed. Dr Banks made me feel important, heard and like together we could come up with a solution.
January 2024
Dr. Banks is exceptionally good at listening to my complaints and concerns and addressing them with thoughtful, well explained treatments. I feel like I receive holistic care when I see her. I'm very pleased to have her as my MD.
January 2024
Dr. Banks is the best medical professional I have ever seen, I felt heard and cared for.
December 2023
I have already recommended Dr. Banks to family members. I haven't been to the doctor in 6 years and she made me incredibly comfortable
November 2023
Received answers on questions ask
November 2023
Great experience
November 2023
Good
November 2023
I just love Dr. Banks! She is kind, professional, fun and like a good friend. I feel safe and confident in my care with her - I feel I am in good hands!
November 2023
Dr. Banks is friendly and helpful!
November 2023
Great Provider.
November 2023
Dr Banks is one of the best providers I have been in at Ochsner. She listened to my concerns and dug deeper than anyone I had been to
November 2023
Dr Banks was exceptionally amazing! She listened to my concerns about my mother and addressed all of them. She was professional and friendly. I felt so welcomed by her I gave her a hug!
October 2023
I was very impressed by the whole experience. She's not my PCP but needed to do an urgent visit for an URI. I was extra worried due to my pregnancy and she was very understanding and empathetic. I would highly recommend her.
October 2023
My thoughts, questions and comments were listened to and considered.
October 2023
Felt at ease, comfort and enjoy talking with my Doctor
October 2023
Dr.Banks was very easy to talk to. She answers we all my questions and made sure I understude everything .
October 2023
Dr. Banks was great! She listened to my concerns and gave good feedback. She did not rush me, she took time to ask about my needs and concerns and addressed them accordingly. She was very thorough and paid attention to details. I would definitely recommend her to others. Thanks Dr. Banks
October 2023
Only my second visit but I am very pleased with the care and concerns of my provider. She is the best!
October 2023
Dr. Banks is a one of a kind care provider. She listens and responds to every concern I present to her. She addressed issues that came up with meds and responded quickly to help adjust. Dr. Banks is a keeper. I have been recommending her to anyone that is needing a new PCP.
October 2023
She's a great listener.
September 2023
Dr Banks was excellent, very attentive and informative.
September 2023
All positive
September 2023
Dr Banks was awesome
September 2023
My Dr was awesome, she listened to me and addressed my concerns. Very personable.
