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Drake Bellanger, MD

Drake Bellanger, MD

Obesity Medicine, LGBTQ+ Care

BRG Select Provider

Baton Rouge General Physicians

Locations

Louisiana Center for Bariatrics

8585 Picardy Avenue, Suite 510
Entrance 2
Baton Rouge, LA 70809

View hours
Monday
7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday
7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday
7:30am - 1:00pm
Louisiana Center for Bariatrics

About Me

Dr. Drake Bellanger is one of the few physicians Board Certified in obesity medicine in the Baton Rouge region. His certification by the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) signifies specialized knowledge in the practice of obesity medicine and care. He is also board certified in general surgery. Dr. Bellanger’s in-depth knowledge of weight loss from medicine to surgery provides him a unique perspective on helping patients achieve their personal goals.

Dr. Bellanger was born in Galliano, La., and was raised in Cut Off, both small communities along Bayou Lafourche in southeastern Louisiana. He attended the University of Southwestern Louisiana where he received his undergraduate degree in Biology/Chemistry. Dr. Bellanger was then accepted to L.S.U. Medical School in New Orleans and graduated in 1992 receiving his M.D. degree.

The next five years were spent training in the Surgical Residency Program at the University of South Alabama Hospitals. During his residency in the mid-1990s, Dr. Bellanger trained in Bariatric Surgery under the tutelage of Dr. Charles B. Rodning, MD, PhD, FICS, FACS.

Education

College:
Southeastern Louisiana University

Medical School:
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Residency:
University of South Alabama Hospitals , Surgical Residency

Board Certifications

Obesity Medicine

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(411 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

97 Reviews

03/11/2025

Helpful information, Dr is very kind and knowledgeable

03/10/2025

Dr Bellanger and his staff are amazing he has totally changed my life.

03/05/2025

I felt that the provider and support staff were professional and caring.

02/26/2025

Dr. Bellanger was very nice and informative. I felt like he really listened to me and provided me with options instead of just telling me "here take this". His office staff and NP were also very hospitable, and very timely. I arrived on time and was seen exactly at my scheduled appointment time.

02/24/2025

Very friendly staff, answering all my questions. Great service!

02/18/2025

Great experience!

02/17/2025

Friendly staff. I am always greeted with a smile. They are very kind people who need a pay raise.

02/13/2025

Provider was very nice and was able to logon to my chart to look at other information needed for this visit and helpful I. Him determining a court of treatment for me. That was important to me that he took time to look records up and not assume things with my health.

02/11/2025

Dr. Bellanger was very thoughtful, listened and cared about what I had to say. I would highly recommend him.

01/30/2025

I appreciate Dr. B's encouraging nature and reaffirming nature. He understands the chemical makeup of the body and medication, and explains it in a way you understand. He also makes sure to check bloodwork done.

01/30/2025

Dr Bellanger was amazing I'm actually going to schedule my husband to be seen by him he listened he reviewed my medical history prior to my visit which means the world to a lot of patients.

01/29/2025

Dr. Bellanger is very professional. I've been seeing him for a period of time and he has always been very helpful medically.

01/16/2025

He is very professional and explains all options available.

01/10/2025

The staff at Dr. Bellanger's office were fantastic, as well as Dr. Bellanger. And I would gladly recommend him and come to him at any time.

01/10/2025

Each and every interaction I have had with this provider as well as his staff have been nothing short of exemplary. I will continue to patronize this Provider no matter where he goes.

01/08/2025

Love Dr Bellanger! Followed him from Women's hospital.

01/03/2025

Dr. Bellanger has been my doctor for 13 years. He performed my surgery. He's been following me for aftercare. He helps me maintain my weight goals. We have a very good working relationship. He's following other health problems that I do. He sends me for tests if it's needed and he follows up with my primary care physician. I'm really sorry that Bellanger is not doing surgery anymore, but I recommend him to anyone who needs this kind of medical care. Bye.

01/06/2025

Front office staff are always courteous and helpful. I can't praise Dr. Bellanger enough. He really understands patient concerns and won't stop until he finds a solution.

12/18/2024

I like how the doctor sees you as soon as he can! You don't have to wait!

12/11/2024

He gave me a prescription that was $422 that I could not afford. That's the only thing. And then he has it called back with something else to take. That's all.

12/04/2024

Dr. Bellanger is wonderful. I really enjoy seeing him. He has answered all my questions and he works with me to make sure I get whatever it is I need. Thank you.

12/06/2024

I am very happy with Dr. Bellanger and his staff. I would definitely recommend to others.

12/02/2024

I've been very pleased with Dr. Bellanger and the staff....very personable people.

11/22/2024

Very pleased with the staff and my doctor.

11/22/2024

The doctor is knowledgeable and very caring.

11/20/2024

Dr. Bellanger really listens to his patients. Great bedside manner. Thank you for helping me.

11/20/2024

Awesome physician

11/18/2024

Great experience. Dr. Bellanger made me confident we would get my weight loss concerns on right track

11/06/2024

I have referred several of my friends to make appointments with Dr. Bellanger. I'm so happy to have called him as my life has been amazing since I was first stepped into his office. Love Dr B!!!

11/06/2024

I have referred three people to this provider.

10/28/2024

This was my first time seeing Dr Bellanger. He seemed very concerned about my needs and gave me options. I am excited to see what lies ahead.

10/21/2024

The doctor was very patient and took time to answer all questions. I didn't feel rushed.

10/24/2024

Great service

10/22/2024

I am very satisfied with everything they are doing to help me reach my weight goal

10/21/2024

Great experience overall!

10/16/2024

It was a very great experience. I gained more insight about my health conditions in comparison to my weight loss. It was a great visit overall.

10/14/2024

It was a pleasure being heard and not just talked too.

10/15/2024

Very nice and caring

10/01/2024

professional and knowledgeable.

09/18/2024

I haven't had a bad experience with this office

09/05/2024

The entire staff were nice and helpful and very caring. I appreciate them using my time wisely and not making me wait. The doctor was very nice. He explained everything so that I could understand and I felt comfortable. I was not uncomfortable and I didn't feel like he was talking to me as if I was a physician. He talked to me as if I were a person that he cared. I appreciated that.

09/05/2024

Everyone is very polite and professional! Dr. Bellanger is very caring and knowledgeable!!

08/29/2024

Excellent service!

08/28/2024

Very good

08/27/2024

Excellent staff and experience.

08/23/2024

Everyone was super kind, patient, and my concerns were heard (as always). The nurse that saw me was training a new employee. She took the time to not only explain to me what she was doing, but her trainee as well. For a doctors office that handles such a sensitive/tough portion of healthcare, I have never felt judged, etc. Love them and recommend them to everyone!

08/22/2024

Dr. Bellanger was very engaging and attentive. I highly recommend him as a medical practitioner.

08/13/2024

I felt like he just wanted me in and out and it wasn't like other people were waiting. Also I was expecting him to know more about my past he didn't at all. He wasn't rude just more like I wasn't important. Food and my history is hard and he didn't hear it at all. I also have a huge fear of medicine in pill form because when I was a teen I was put on some that made me gain a ton of weight and he at all would of taken the time to hear me I would of told him this. Also the weight loss medication he gave me makes you not feel hungry and I already have that issue. So hope this helps some.

08/06/2024

I always feel welcomed and understood when I visit my doctor's office.

08/01/2024

The doctor was friendly, and I was comfortable sharing my needs.

08/01/2024

Dr.Bellanger was very respectful and caring... he listened to my concerns and gave me the best options he thought would suit my situation. 10/10 highly recommended:)

07/24/2024

Professional

07/25/2024

Dr Bellanger is great. Easy to talk to and listens! The staff is nice and the appointment is always running on time!

06/27/2024

This doctor listens. He asked if I had any questions or concerns. I feel worthy of his attention.

06/11/2024

The provider was excellent and very knowledgeable

05/30/2024

Very professional

06/04/2024

Very professional and welcoming.

06/03/2024

I feel valued and respected and cared for. So thankful for everyone in this office.

05/30/2024

I would definitely let them know that ahead of time that you all don't have a surgeon on staff and that you're just a medicine doctor.

05/24/2024

Professional

05/24/2024

Excellent experience. Dr listened to my concerns and gave me options.

05/23/2024

I like your facility. It is nice. I enjoy seeing the doctor. He listens and he's very caring. I've seen him for almost two years. And this is the third facility he's been at. I pay my $50 copay at the other two facilities. And when I came to your facility, it's my $50 copay. Plus, they bill me an extra $36 and some change because it's billed differently as an outpatient visit and not a regular doctor visit for a specialist. I don't appreciate that. I don't think that's fair. I think I should be able to pay my $50 copay and that should be enough. So thank you. Have a good day.

05/21/2024

I recently had a wonderful experience with the staff. I found your staff to be very professional and knowledgeable. I would recommend your office to my friends and family.

05/21/2024

I love Dr. Bellanger is amazing always. He has helped me lose the weight and keep it off. The staff always goes above and beyond. Thank You!!!

05/13/2024

Everyone was very nice and respectful. The doctor was very professional and helpful.I look forward in learning more about weight loss and nutrition.

05/13/2024

Would definitely recommend to family and friends.

05/13/2024

Dr. Drake Bellanger is the absolute BEST at what he does from a weight loss perspective but he also takes care of the entire patient . He makes sure you are healthy throughout and if there are needs that arise which require you to be seen by someone else or if you need further management he makes sure you have all of the information and resources you need to do that. I am so grateful for all he has done for me as a provider since 2017!

05/06/2024

I am very pleased with Dr. Bellanger and have recommended someone to see him. She is also happy as well.

05/09/2024

The staff never answers the phone or their messages. I cannot even leave voicemail.

05/07/2024

He used to offer a B12 shot in office at his previous location & now you have to go through 4 steps he said to get. Get a script from him, take down to pharmacy, get filled, & bring back to his office to receive it, not helpful when have to be somewhere else after appointment.

04/29/2024

Everybody was so nice and I love going there

04/29/2024

The nurse in the lab is always a painful experience.

04/25/2024

Dr. Bellanger was very patient and very easy to talk to and he was very considerate of what had to be said and it was very, very, very, very considerate and easy in explaining everything to me about myself and what I need to do and what will be best for myself. God sent me.

04/23/2024

The nurse was very unfriendly

04/18/2024

Dr. Bellanger is very professional and knowledgeable

04/17/2024

The people at this office are always friendly and quick to acknowledge when entering the office. I would recommend Dr. Bellanger to anyone!

04/15/2024

Office staff needs some training on customer service & patient elations. In the few months I've been going there, I have not gotten timely return calls from the Rieske or staff when I need answers. Never, Never even got a return call on a voicemail mail that I left about what I thought was an urgent matter. Professionalism is lacking for sure.

04/10/2024

Dr Bellanger is extremely caring and compassionate. He listens well and always treats me with the utmost respect.

04/08/2024

I have been a patient of Dr. Bellanger's for over 15 years. He has treated me thru bariatric surgery and he now continues to not only treat, but mentor me through the many challenges of trying to keep control my weight this many years later. Whoever says that bariatric surgery is "the easy way out', has obviously never walked in the shoes of a person who has battled obesity. Each time I see Dr. Bellanger, he is kind, non-judgmental, and he listens to my (often complex) life situations that impact my weight struggles. Sometimes, we have stints of treatment that yield me promising results and other times, insurance bureaucracy seem to create barriers that can be incredibly frustrating. Despite all, Dr. Bellanger has helped with trying to be creative with his treatment plans, and he offers me hope - when he takes the time to talk with me about current trends in field of obesity treatment. Sorry for the long post. I just wanted you to understand how much the services offered by Dr. Bellanger are valued.

04/08/2024

Dr. Bellanger is a nice and caring provider. He listens and answers all questions asked. Glad he is at BRG now.

04/02/2024

My experience with Dr. Bellanger has never been anything but absolutely wonderful. Dr. Bellanger has helped me to attain my goals. He's always listened and his office staff has always been there to answer any questions and readily available if needed. So everything about Dr. Bellanger and the staff that he has working with him, I cannot say anything but wonderful things about.

04/04/2024

Excellent customer service

04/04/2024

I love Dr Bellanger he's been there with me for over five years through my all my ups and downs. I think the ladies that work in his office are extremely sweet and I love his Nurse.

03/28/2024

After visiting with my general doctor for several years trying to figure out what was wrong with me, she referred me to Dr. Bellanger. He was extremely thorough and found the root of my issues and helped me develop a plan moving forward. I feel 10 times better now than I did before I was seeing him and recommend him to all of my friends and family. He is fabulous.

04/01/2024

My doctor and his staff were very professional and efficient.

04/03/2024

I've called many times and get NO answer. Or the person sounds aggravated.

04/01/2024

Dr. Bellanger always listens to my concerns and questions. He is very easy to talk to and very down to earth. I have recommended him to a lot of my friends and co-workers. So blessed that he's one of my doctors.

04/02/2024

My doctor is a great doctor!

03/27/2024

Dr Bellanger & his staff are always very professional, kind & sensitive to the weight loss journey I'm facing. I'm very appreciative of the encouragement they give me to not give up!

03/20/2024

Really like dr. Bellanger

04/01/2024

The Dr explained to me what pre- diabetes vs diabetes is. He explained how he wanted me to never get diabetes

04/01/2024

Dr. Bellanger is GREAT !!!! He is very nice and very courteous. He takes time to explain everything that he thinks I need to know or have questions about.

03/26/2024

It was the greatest that you could ever ask for

03/11/2024

Great experience except once the doctor was done, I was left in the room for well over 30 minutes, just for a nurse to hand me a piece of paper (diet). It angered me enough to question going back. Everything else in the process was great and quick.

03/11/2024

Extremely pleased with Dr. Bellanger and his staff. Professional, yet personable.

03/05/2024

Everything went real well. Everybody was real professional and y'all did a great job. Thank you so much. Bye now.

03/05/2024

Hello, he was very courteous and this was my first time meeting him and he was all right with me. Thank you.
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