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Baton Rouge General - Ascension
 

14105 Highway 73 - Prairieville, LA 70769

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Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet
 

8585 Picardy Avenue - Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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3600 Florida Boulevard - Baton Rouge, LA 70806

R. Scott Daugherty, Jr., MD,FACS,FASCRS

R. Scott Daugherty, Jr., MD, FACS, FASCRS

Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery, Robotic Assisted Surgery, Surgical Oncology

BRG Select Provider

Baton Rouge General Physicians

Locations

Baton Rouge General Physicians - Colon and Rectal Associates

8585 Picardy Avenue, Suite 318B
Entrance 2
Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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Monday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Thursday
9:00am - 4:30pm
Friday
9:00am - 12:00pm
Baton Rouge General Physicians - Colon and Rectal Associates

Baton Rouge General Advanced Robotics of Louisiana

8585 Picardy Avenue, Suite 318
Entrance 2
Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Baton Rouge General Advanced Robotics of Louisiana

Crohn's & Colitis Center

8585 Picardy Avenue, Suite 313
Entrance 2
Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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Monday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Tuesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 4:00pm
Friday
7:30am - 12:00pm
Crohn's & Colitis Center

About Me

Ray Scott Daugherty, MD, specializes in treating all colorectal diseases, including colon cancer, rectal cancer, anal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s/Ulcerative colitis), diverticulitis, rectal prolapse, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, perirectal abscess/fistula and pilonidal disease. He offers minimally invasive treatments including robotic-assisted surgery and advanced laparoscopic procedures. A Lafayette native, Dr. Daugherty completed his general surgery residency at LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and his colon and rectal surgery fellowship at LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in New Orleans and received his undergraduate degree from Loyola University New Orleans. Dr. Daugherty is also an assistant professor of surgery at LSUHSC in New Orleans. Prior to returning to Baton Rouge, he spent two years as a clinical instructor in the Department of Surgical Oncology at University of Tennessee/West Cancer Center in Memphis. He serves on the American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons’ Young Surgeons Committee and is also involved in the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and the Cohn Rives Surgical Society.

Podcast Episodes

Rear Problems, Real Solutions - October 20, 2021

Education

Medical School:
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center

Residency:
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center , General Surgery

Fellowship:
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center , Colorectal Surgery

Board Certifications

Colon & Rectal Surgery,

General Surgery

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(1261 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.

200 Reviews

11/06/2025

He was a wonderful doctor and he saved my life. He was wonderful and I'd recommend him to anybody.

11/04/2025

I love Baton Rouge General because I've never had problems with any physician, any nurse, and it's always done in a timely manner.

10/16/2025

They were all excellent. Doctor's "bedside manner" / communication skills were amazing and the staff were all friendly and helpful. And they saw me on short notice / emergency when they didn't have to. Went out of their way to help me in my time of need and can't be happier.

10/14/2025

They made seeing a doctor easy

09/30/2025

I was given an invitation to take some Halloween candy ? from the bowl. ?

09/25/2025

Very disappointed.

09/23/2025

All good

09/11/2025

From the first visit I was very satisfied always answered my questions and provided me with exceptional care from the time you walk through the door. As for Dr Daugherty I can not say enough about his bed side manors and his care he showed me.

08/26/2025

Caring doctor with answers! A rarity

08/21/2025

It was my second time there and they treated me with respect and kindness and compassion and courtesy l will not go anywhere else ??????????

08/20/2025

Great and friendly service, the personnel is very professional.

08/20/2025

PA and Dr were wonderful

08/20/2025

Like how they are normally always on schedule. Only an emergency would cause them not to be on schedule. They never make you feel like they are rushing you out.

08/19/2025

They did a great job! We really appreciate it

08/14/2025

I went with the patient to the appointment to help them navigate, and the doctor was just a wonderful doctor. Took the time, listened, and I liked the way he had this video giving you information on the screen prior to him coming in. Beautiful experience. Beautiful experience.

08/12/2025

Doctor and nurses are kind and professional persons.

08/05/2025

Everyone is always nice and kind and very respectful.

08/05/2025

All persons had good or great attitudes and were very kind and respectful to me

07/10/2025

Him and his assistant where very informative worked together with associates with the treatment of my medical situation

07/15/2025

I had a very pleasant experience & the atmosphere was very pleasant, caring, & professional.

07/03/2025

Didn't have to wait long before being called. The staff were really nice and professional. Definitely recommend!!!

07/01/2025

Explained with diagram what he was going to do. Very easy to talk to. Answered all my questions

06/26/2025

It was very nice to have a doctor who is on time and listens to you. It's a very nice experience all around. Thank you very much.

06/19/2025

It was a very great experience, my first time at the hospital at all. And Dr. Doty and his staff was very intelligent and very sweet and very understandable. That was my first time there, referred by Lolly Kemp.

06/18/2025

Dr. Daugherty is just the best! I so appreciate him and his friendly, caring manner.

06/17/2025

Dr Daugherty, along with his PA, his nurse, and even the girl who scheduled my procedure, provided amazing care and attention to my needs. They all explained everything in detail. I was so nervous about this visit, but the medical staff made my visit as comfortable as possible.

06/12/2025

Staff and Dr. Daugherty were very professional and did a great job of explaining the diagnosis and treatment.

06/10/2025

so far I am pleased with my experience. Never in many years the doctor has made a call to me. I was impressed with Dr. Daughtery.

05/22/2025

Great experience overall front desk attendant really stood out she is very knowledgeable and has a great personality!!!!

05/15/2025

I was definitely pleased with Dr. Daugherty & his assistants; they were very nice & helpful. I would recommend them to everyone. Thanks.

04/29/2025

I was very glad the Dr seemed to think I was doing good so that he felt I did not need Colon surgery

04/29/2025

He was very comforting in the explanation of treatment.

04/24/2025

The Doctor and entire staff was knowledgeable and professional. They were also friendly and made feel at ease.

04/15/2025

Everybody was very nice. The doctor was very helpful, explaining things to me, and I had a very good experience.

03/27/2025

I'm a new patient and my response is limited

03/27/2025

Staff was very nice and friendly, for a person like myself that has white coat very bad that they really calm me down

03/13/2025

Very good

03/20/2025

I am scared of what awaits me but I feel like I am in good hands.

03/20/2025

My experience was excellent. Everyone I came in contact was very polite and friendly

03/18/2025

My doctor and assistant are both super and make you feel important to them

02/20/2025

The staff from start to finish exceeded my expectations.

02/20/2025

Wait time was too long. I arrived at 9;45 for 10 am appointment. I wasn't called to the exam room until after 11. Once in the exam room things moved more quickly.

02/11/2025

Dr. And his staff, are the best. Care and respect for their patients are the best!!!

02/04/2025

I had to have 2 emergency surgeries from 2 different surgeons in this clinic and I am very pleased with Dr Daugherty. He and his staff has taken great care of me. Very pleased with the care

01/30/2025

Always treated me with respect and his knowledge of my case has always been on time

01/28/2025

Perfect

01/14/2025

Very nice office staff, NP and physician.

01/09/2025

Everyone helped sooth my anxiety after being told I should have surgery. My questions were thoroughly answered. I felt heard and safe.

01/09/2025

The PA and the doctor listened to what I had to say, and we move forward with some treatment

01/02/2025

The doctor and entire staff was extremely helpful and patient with me. Considering the type of exam, the doctor and staff took great care to make me feel comfortable and mentally at ease.

12/24/2024

Great visit with Dr Daugherty. Caring, understanding, and explained everything in a way I could understand

12/12/2024

Great friendly staff, takes time to listen to any and all concerns.

12/05/2024

Dr was very caring and so was his PA

11/26/2024

Very professional

11/26/2024

Have a lot of respect for Dr. Daugherty he takes his time, explains things thoroughly and answering my questions to my satisfaction

11/21/2024

This visit was just a meet as a new patient after a referral

11/21/2024

Experience was ver professional, very pleasant and very informative.

11/20/2024

Great experience overall

11/19/2024

Dr. Daugherty and staff have always been so very nice and made you feel like they truly cared and you were not just a number

11/14/2024

Everyone was very nice and courteous to my elderly Mother.

11/05/2024

They were respectful and helpful in a sensitive situation.

10/22/2024

They were all great!

10/17/2024

Very professional.

10/08/2024

Great staff and great Doctor

10/03/2024

This was my first time coming to see him, so he did excellent. And I'm looking forward to having surgery with him. Bye.

09/26/2024

I feel that they want to help get me well

09/24/2024

This was my first visit and everything was handled very professionally.

09/05/2024

The entire staff was very nice and very professional.

08/27/2024

Dr. Daugherty is absolutely awesome.

08/27/2024

Thank you for your service.

08/27/2024

I left with more peace of mind.

08/22/2024

The nurses on the 6 th floor are all angels. Day or night shift they took great care of me.

08/08/2024

Everyone was nice, and though I don't look forward to my colonoscopy, I know I'm in good hands.

08/08/2024

The doctors and staff are remarkable. This is not something we see in the world today. It was a blessing to me.

08/07/2024

Dr. Daugherty is a great doctor. He put me at ease when I was first diagnosed with cancer and scared about the outcome.

07/25/2024

The doctor, resident, and front desk person were all warm, helpful, and skilled.

07/25/2024

Schedule was very quick and not much wait time

07/18/2024

So my doctor was pretty awesome. He listened to me and when he was not 100% sure how to do something, he reached out to his superior and got the, you know, codes or whatever he needed for the insurance and all that. So it was perfect. It was great. I appreciate him. Also, one thing I would say that I really didn't appreciate is my, anytime I have an appointment, I am expected to be there early, but our care, like they decide whether or not they want to postpone or change our date or even location where we are to show up. So it makes it kind of hard for someone that's working to plan, you know, how long to be away from us.

07/17/2024

Everyone was super fantastic!!! Thank you for making this very awkward situation easier.

07/16/2024

The wait was excessive and it seemed the doctor was stretched too thin to be attentive to my questions.

07/02/2024

Dr. Was very knowledgeable in his area of expertise. Explained all options and agreed medication management was appropriate with the condition I have instead of surgery

06/20/2024

Staff is wonderful!

06/20/2024

Very pleased and felt comfortable.

06/11/2024

Thank you. I was quite pleased.

06/06/2024

So far my experience has been informative and I have been treated with respect

06/06/2024

Very professional and caring staff. Really put me at ease having to have an awkward exam.

06/05/2024

Satisfied patient

05/23/2024

Wonderful. Everything's good. No problem.

05/21/2024

Dr Daugherty and his entire office staff are very pleasant, courteous and professional.

05/15/2024

He was very nice and saw to my questions easily.

05/15/2024

Friendly and professional

05/14/2024

Compassionate, thorough, patient.

05/02/2024

They were a blessing to me.

05/01/2024

I felt reassured about my personal situation after meeting and talking with this provider. He listened to all of my concerns and left me feeling reassured that I had met the right doctor to address my issues.

04/30/2024

The provider inspected the issue and left the room promptly without providing any feedback. After ~45 minutes, the nurse returned to advise "everything is fine, you're good to go". All subsequent questions were deflected with "everything is fine, you're good to go".

04/25/2024

I feel content for your attention and I know that the doctors who treated me are going to help me because I need help.

04/17/2024

It's difficult to be personable when one sees so many patients in a day. Some patients are seen on a quarterly, semiannually or yearly basis. Dr. Daugherty and his staff make me feel as though they remembered me as though they had just seen me the day before my visit. I appreciate that and need that in light of the reason for the visit to begin with. I prefer this provider to my previous one.

04/16/2024

Dr. Daugherty is very friendly, yet professional. I would recommend him.

03/26/2024

I wouldn't have it no other way They were just what I needed THANK you very much

03/26/2024

I did not contact this provider within the last 6 months. I was referred by a family member approximately 2 weeks prior to my appointment

03/14/2024

Completely professional and compassionate.

03/14/2024

Great experience

03/14/2024

Felt a little rushed. Would have liked more time with the doctor to discuss issues and better understanding of overall approach to symptoms.

03/05/2024

After my visit with provider I was sent to give blood, chest x-rays & EKG. It was a horrible experience. The staff was very unorganized & unprofessional!!! I missed a very important appointment because of these people. #UNACCEPTABLE!!!!!

02/29/2024

Every person I came in contact with on this visit made me feel very comfortable. I left my appointment feeling impressed.

02/22/2024

The doctor and his assistant were extremely helpful and they were working me in so and made the extra effort to call another one of my doctors and get an appointment moved up due to what we are facing in the future. I'm very pleased. Thank you.

02/07/2024

Satisfactory

01/23/2024

always feel comfortable seeing Dr.Daugherty, was at ease the first day i met him, his staff are welcoming and great, all my visits are great.

01/09/2024

He made me feel so relaxed. It was my first visit with him. He is so caring and gentle.

01/09/2024

The experience was positive

01/04/2024

Yes, Dr. Daughtery was extremely nice to me, not grandiose, just gave good information but was not over the top. He didn't talk down to me. I felt very comfortable. His nursing staff was also excellent. Everyone was very pleasant, kind, patient. I was extremely impressed with the whole outfit. Thank you.

12/12/2023

Very friendly and caring staff. Listens to concerns or questions, and answers are straight forward.

12/06/2023

Completely satisfied so far

11/29/2023

Everything about this visit to Dr. Daugherty was absolutely excellent and outstanding, and I would definitely recommend him to friends and relatives. Good day.

11/28/2023

This facility and its staff were very kind and courteous. I felt respected and heard. I specifically followed this Dr because of my past experience with him when he worked at another Hospital

11/29/2023

Answered all my questions

11/28/2023

Always have a good experience when visiting this office

11/16/2023

I love Dr. Daugherty and the care that he gives his patients. He makes you feel comfortable in a very uncomfortable situation and he is very informative about the procedure. Very caring !

11/01/2023

I was very satisfied with the treatment that I got at that office and the doctor was very, very helpful in helping me understand my problems.

11/02/2023

Everyone was prompt &courteous Dr. Daugherty was efficient & had the best bed side manner ever.

10/31/2023

Everyone I encountered in this office was exceptionally kind and professional the entire time I was there. They all made me feel at ease. The doctor was so kind, professional, listened well, and explained what my best options would be for my case. I was so grateful. Thank you.

10/26/2023

I was really happy that they let me know exactly what they was going to do thanks RBG

10/18/2023

Dr Daugherty is the best. Highly recommend him and his staff.

10/10/2023

I knew immediately that Dr. Daugherty was a doctor I'd be able to trust. He was respectful and showed kindness and compassion all while being very efficient. Not only a good doctor. but a great guy. I left the appointment feeling I was in the right hands.

09/19/2023

When referred by another doctor we always have to call to schedule the appointment ourselves.

09/12/2023

This was my first time seeing this doctor and his staff were extremely nice and welcoming. Very professional office.

09/07/2023

Do it and staff is excellent!

09/07/2023

Staff was professional and polite.

08/22/2023

Doctor and nurse were very informative. Answered all my questions. Not a very long wait time was seen promptly.

08/08/2023

Ended up at hospital next day for same procedure

07/20/2023

It was ok

07/20/2023

We know Drs don't have to be personable but, Dr Daugherty was a sincere and considerate man an Dr.

07/06/2023

Everyone was kind and helped me !

07/05/2023

The idea to fill out the patient background information sent in the mail rather than in the office on the spot is genius. I had time to think things through thoroughly and answer everything accurately.

06/27/2023

Dr. Daugherty and his staff were great. Very professional and put me at ease.

06/20/2023

I called to ask for a letter to submit to The Woman's Fitness Ctr to pause my membership during my recovery and have not heard back from anyone. I'm afraid I'm missed the window to hold payment!

06/13/2023

Dr. Daugherty it's great at and well appreciated.

06/07/2023

Dr. Daugherty and his staff is always attentive helpful and kind.

06/01/2023

Doctor and staff were very professional, efficient, and made me feel comfortable and cared for. I like that I was not sitting around waiting too long ( as I have experienced at other doctor's offices).

06/01/2023

First class all of the way! Extremely thoughtful and kind!!!

05/23/2023

Everyone was great

05/23/2023

Dr. Daugherty is always easy to talk to and always answers my questions to my satisfaction

05/04/2023

Dr Daugherty had an excellent bedside manner. His support staff is also a pleasure to deal with

04/25/2023

I love my doctor he makes me feel very comfortable...

04/18/2023

Dr. Daugherty is great. He listens and is very knowledgeable in his field and uses good judgment in offering options for good health outcomes.

04/13/2023

Very impressed.

04/05/2023

Too many appointment reminders!

03/30/2023

competent courteous capable

03/09/2023

My experience working with the specialist was very nice.

03/07/2023

I was anxious about my problem, but the staff & Doctor were so considerate, I went away relieved & actually looking forward to my treatment!

02/01/2023

As always, great experience when first walking in to the office and at the exit of my appt.

01/26/2023

Each time I visit this provider I was treated in a very professional manner and very friendly

01/10/2023

Good doctor

01/03/2023

The provider and staff were very courteous and professional.

12/29/2022

I felt like l matter as a person.l have not felt that way since my diagnosis.

12/20/2022

Dr Daugherty may be the kindest practitioner with the most sincere & empathetic bedside manner I've ever had. Cannot say enough how kind he is to his patients & their families.

12/15/2022

Very pleasant

12/13/2022

It was my first visit my appointment was in a timely mannerThe doctor explain my case thoroughly and I was very pleased

12/07/2022

Good Dr and good nurses.

12/07/2022

Dr. Daugherty and his nurse/office manager Val make an office visit an encounter which is the best that a medical visit can be. My experience is always one of feeling that I'm being cared for and heard. I would not have picked what caused our paths to cross, however I would pick them again if the need ever arises.

11/22/2022

I was asked to be there for 9 o'clock for a 10 o'clock appointment did not bring me to medication I needed to take until 930 had to take a second dose at 10 o'clock and then wait to have my CAT scan done just found that was a little to be waiting.

11/03/2022

The complete staffing as a whole is so nice and goes above and beyond. I learned more about my disease in the first visit than I had in 3 years.

11/02/2022

Dr.Daugherty is wonderful. He listens to what you have to say with no judgment. He immediately got me in touch with the 2 other surgeons, along with himself who coordinated and did my surgery together. I will always be grateful for his medical care.

10/27/2022

Grateful

10/13/2022

Made me feel like I was the only patient they had . Means so much when you are going through the most scariest and difficult time of your life .

10/11/2022

I would like to thank both of my doctors for taking care of me and the staff is very very kindly to patients when they come in thanks Baton Rouge general

10/04/2022

Dr. Daugherty and his staff are very well informed.

10/04/2022

The staff was very kind and professional.

09/29/2022

Everyone was so friendly and caring. I have told my family and friends about it.

09/15/2022

The doctor is very professional. I love my doctor.

09/15/2022

Excellent doctor, nurses and staff.

09/07/2022

pleasant experience

09/08/2022

All people I dealt with were very nice and professional

09/06/2022

Everyone was courteous, friendly and professional. I cannot imagine anything else they could do for a more positive experience. Medical professionals and staff I interacted with represented your facility in a manner that reflects the highest standards of care - you should be proud of them.

06/23/2022

I was very pleased with my visit. Dr. and staff made me feel very comfortable.

06/16/2022

I made the right choice when I chose Dr. Daugherty. No regrets whatsoever.

06/07/2022

Honest and correct

06/07/2022

I would like to say that Dr Daugherty is most caring and compassionate. His staff reflects it as well.

06/07/2022

It was necessary but difficult.

06/02/2022

I got the answers and recommendations I was looking for. Professional help and clarifications I was looking for.

05/27/2022

Great experience

05/24/2022

I've always have a good experience with Dr. Daugherty office

05/12/2022

Wonderful physician! Great bedside manner

04/27/2022

Everyone in the office was friendly and professional - you don't dread going to the doctors appointment with this group.

04/27/2022

I want to thank him for being honest, with me. He was polite. He didn't want to do surgery because it wasn't necessary and that was my greatest achievement, He's going to recheck me in about 6 months and I thank him with all my heart because I think some doctors just want to make money. He seemed like a doctor that cared about his patients. And I want to thank you for that.

04/12/2022

They were very respectful, very caring, and I'm going to recommend them to anyone else.

03/29/2022

All of the doctor's I had was very good and there nurses was also very nice. And I had good people that was helping me when I stayed at the hospital. I just had one bad person help me one night and they removed her from my room.

03/16/2022

I've always had a good experience with dr Daugherty's office. The complete health care team, from the front desk to the doctor and everyone in the middle has provide quality service for me.

03/17/2022

From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with kindness and professionalism. I was really nervous, and dreading the appointment due to the nature of my visit. Each person that I interacted with, was very nice, professional, and exuded warmth, which is often lacking in busy medical professionals. Their warmth really put me at ease. Each of the 4 people I encountered seemed to genuinely like their job, which is becoming more and more rare. Dr. Daugherty was very nice, seemed extremely knowledgeable and I feel sure he is an excellent physician. And please note, I am not a person that just LOVES every doctor & his office staff. I don't typically provide a glowing review like this one! Kudos to this group of folks! A+ rating!

03/14/2022

I felt very comfortable and the Dr and staff were supportive, sympathetic and attentive to my situation. After several other doctor visits recently, I finally felt at ease and that I would be taken care of.

03/16/2022

Very helpful professional and explained everything so I could understand

02/23/2022

Provider did not seem prepared for visit.

02/23/2022

I was made to feel very comfortable. I was made to feel that follow up questions were encouraged.

02/23/2022

Dr Daugherty and staff are awesome. The parking situation and finding the office was very confusing and stressful. There needs to be more direction in the parking lot.

02/17/2022

I told him about a urine problem. So I did a urine test and didn't get a response

02/10/2022

A very good experience , our anxieties were quickly eased. Thanks!

02/10/2022

They everyone was really nice and very up to date with their job's.

02/10/2022

The doctor and his complete staff are very knowledgeable and treated me with respect and patience.

01/19/2022

I was at ease as much as I could be, seeing a colon rectal doctor! Nurses were great! ??

01/19/2022

Great doctor and staff!
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