Dr. John W. Noble

Name: Dr. John W. Noble
Specialty: Orthopedics 
Qualification/Board Certification: MD; Board certification not specified
Affiliation: Christus Lake Area Hospital, Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Southwest Louisiana, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital, Imperial Calcasieu Surgical Center, Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana
Locations: Lake Charles, Louisiana
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1982656450

About the Doctor

Dr. John W. Noble is a highly regarded orthopedic surgeon practicing in Lake Charles, Louisiana, with over 21 years of experience. He received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the same institution. Dr. Noble has earned a perfect 5/5 patient rating from 167 reviews, the “Patients’ Top Choice” designation, and seven patient awards for making time for patients, listening attentively, explaining clearly, performing thorough exams, and demonstrating great bedside manner. He is an expert in four key areas: knee replacement, arthritis, lower back pain, and joint pain. He accepts new patients and a range of insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, and Amerihealth Caritas (Medicaid). Dr. Noble is affiliated with multiple hospitals and surgical centers in the Lake Charles area.

• Graduate of Louisiana State University School of Medicine

• Orthopedic surgery residency at LSU 

• Over 21 years of clinical experience

• 5/5 patient rating (167 reviews); Patients’ Top Choice with 7 awards

• Expert in knee replacement, arthritis, lower back pain, and joint pain

• Accepts new patients

Education & Training

Medical School – Louisiana State University School of Medicine
Residency – Louisiana State University School of Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery 
Fellowship/Additional Training – Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Osteoarthritis of the knee and hip

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Lower back pain

• Joint pain (shoulder, hip, knee)

• Meniscal tears

• Ligament injuries (ACL, MCL)

• Fractures and dislocations

• Bursitis and tendinitis

• Rotator cuff tears

• Carpal tunnel syndrome (if within scope)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Total knee replacement

• Partial knee replacement (unicompartmental)

• Total hip replacement

• Knee arthroscopy (diagnostic and therapeutic)

• Meniscectomy and meniscal repair

• Fracture fixation (plates, screws, intramedullary rods)

• Joint injection (corticosteroid, viscosupplementation)

• Shoulder arthroscopy (rotator cuff repair, labral repair)

• Carpal tunnel release (if performed)

• Hardware removal

Services Offered

Dr. John W. Noble provides comprehensive orthopedic care with a focus on joint replacement and the management of arthritis and joint pain. His practice emphasizes thorough evaluation, patient education, and shared decision-making. He offers non-surgical treatments including medications, physical therapy referrals, and joint injections, as well as advanced surgical procedures such as total knee and hip replacement, arthroscopy, and fracture care. Patients consistently praise his clear explanations, attentive listening, and thorough examinations. Dr. Noble coordinates postoperative rehabilitation and long-term follow-up to ensure optimal recovery and return to function. He also collaborates with primary care physicians, physical therapists, and other specialists to provide integrated care.

• Orthopedic consultations for joint pain, arthritis, and sports injuries

• Total knee and hip replacement (primary and revision)

• Partial knee replacement

• Knee and shoulder arthroscopy

• Fracture care (casting, splinting, surgical fixation)

• Joint injections for pain relief

• Preoperative optimization and postoperative rehabilitation coordination

• Second opinions for joint replacement candidates

• Management of lower back pain (non-surgical and surgical referrals)

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Amerihealth Caritas (Medicaid)

• Cigna (PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 1747 Imperial Blvd, Lake Charles, LA
Phone: (337) 721-7236

Hospital Affiliations

• Christus Lake Area Hospital – Lake Charles, Louisiana

• Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Southwest Louisiana – Lake Charles, Louisiana

• West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital – Sulphur, Louisiana

• Imperial Calcasieu Surgical Center – Lake Charles, Louisiana 

• Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana – Lake Charles, Louisiana