Louis D. Le, MD
- Pediatric Surgery
Trauma Medical Director
Assistant Professor, Division of Pediatric Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine
Phone:
936-267-7333
Languages: English
Departments:
Office location:
17580 Interstate 45 South
The Woodlands, TX 77384
Get to know Louis D. Le, MD
Dr. Le is a board certified surgeon experienced in caring for pediatric patients of all ages (neonates through adolescents), with interest in advanced minimally invasive techniques. He has specialized expertise in the treatment of pediatric trauma patients, as well as the management of complex patients requiring extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).
Dr. Le earned his medical degree at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in New Orleans and went on to complete a general surgery residency at LSUHSC School of Medicine. He went on to pursue fellowships in Pediatric Trauma and Pediatric ECMO at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center. He then moved to Portland, OR to complete a Pediatric Surgery Fellowship at Oregon Health and Science University and is delighted to join the faculty at Texas Children’s Hospital.
Clinical Interests
Pediatric trauma, pediatric ECMO, congenital colorectal disease (Hirschsprung’s, imperforate anus), minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy and thoracoscopy)
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon Health & Science University | Fellowship | Pediatric Surgery | 2017 |
| Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center | Fellowship | Pediatric ECMO | 2015 |
| Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center | Fellowship | Pediatric Trauma Surgery | 2014 |
| Louisiana State University & Health Science Center | Residency | General Surgery | 2013 |
| Louisiana State University Medical School | Medical School | Doctor of Medicine | 2006 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Pediatrics | Member |
| American College of Surgeons | Member |
| American Pediatric Surgical Association | Member |
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Research interests
Dr. Le has a research background in fetal wound healing. His current research interests include quality of care for all patient by improving systems.