Dr. Robert Lake, MD
North Charleston, SC
21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lake, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in North Charleston, SC?
Dr. Robert Lake, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in North Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Lake graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lake’s office at (843) 577-5011.
Where did Dr. Lake go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lake board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Lake, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lake speak?
Dr. Lake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lake typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lake diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lake. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lake typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lake may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Lake's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lake accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Lake's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Lake's office located?
Dr. Robert Lake's Primary Practice
2075 Eagle Landing Blvd
North Charleston, SC 29406
(843) 577-5011
What is Dr. Lake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487696019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lake
What is Dr. Robert Lake's specialty?
Dr. Lake is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near North Charleston, SC.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Robert Lake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lake is affiliated with Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Robert Lake accepting new patients in North Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Robert Lake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Lake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lake's office at (843) 577-5011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Lake?
Please contact Dr. Lake's office at (843) 577-5011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Lake have?
Dr. Robert Lake is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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