As the only gynecologic oncology surgeon in our region, Destin Black, MD, directs a busy practice, caring for women who face complex health issues. She joined the Willis Knighton Cancer Center team after fellowship training at the prestigious Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, where, upon graduation, she was recognized as the top surgical fellow. She is the director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at LSU Health Sciences Center, where she teaches students and residents. Dr. Black is the author of many peer reviewed research papers and book chapters. She served on the program committee for the 2008 Society of Gynecologic Oncology Annual Meeting, of which she is a member. She is also a member of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Dr. Destin R. Black, MD
- Gynecologic Oncology
- Accepting new patients
- 26 years of experience
- Willis Knighton Gynecologic Oncology South 2508 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 300, Shreveport, LA 71118
- (318) 354-4212
Brief Intro
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Education Background
FELLOWSHIP
Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center - 2007
RESIDENCY
LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine - 2003
INTERNSHIP
LSUHSC Shreveport School of Medicine - 2000
MEDICAL SCHOOL
Louisiana State University School of Medicine - 1999
Languages Spoken
- English
Location & Hours
- Gynecologic Oncology Associates - South
- 2508 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 300, Shreveport, LA 71118
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Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed
Specialties Treated
- Gynecologic Oncology
Conditions Addressed
- Chronic Diseases
- Cervical Cancer
- Ovarian Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Vulvar cancer
- Cancer
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Procedures Performed
- Colposcopy
- Hysteroscopy
Insurance Accepted
* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Tricare
- Medicare
- Peoples Health
- Ambetter
- Medicaid
- Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
- All Savers Insurance
- CHRISTUS Health Plan
- AmeriHealth
- HealthScope Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
- Mutual of Omaha
- Gilsbar 360 Alliance
- Humana
- APWU
- UnitedHealthOne
- CHAMPVA
- Optum Health
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
- UnitedHealthcare
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LA Hospitals by Specialty
- Cancer 15
- Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 19
- Orthopedics 26
- Neurology & Neurosurgery 24
- Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 25
- Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 23
- Diabetes & Endocrinology 9
- Children's Hospital 4
- Urology 23
- Psychiatry 69
- Geriatrics 23
- Rehabilitation 50
- Obsterics & Gynecology 3
- Ear, Nose & Throat 3
- Long Term Care 23
- Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 12