Name: Dr. John W. Noble

Specialty: Orthopedics | General Orthopedic Surgery

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – Louisiana State University School of Medicine

Affiliation(s): Christus Lake Area Hospital | Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Southwest Louisiana | West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital | Imperial Calcasieu Surgical Center | Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana

Location (City/State): Lake Charles, Louisiana

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1982656450

About the Doctor

Dr. John W. Noble is one of Southwest Louisiana’s most accomplished and highly regarded orthopedic surgeons, bringing more than two decades of surgical expertise and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care to his practice at the Center for Orthopaedics and Spine LLC in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He earned both his medical degree and completed his residency in Orthopaedic Surgery at Louisiana State University School of Medicine — one of Louisiana’s premier medical institutions — training there from 1990 to 1995 and emerging with a comprehensive, rigorously developed foundation in orthopedic surgery that has defined his clinical career ever since.

Dr. Noble’s surgical expertise is concentrated in joint replacement and arthritis surgery, with particular distinction in knee replacement — one of his highest-volume procedures relative to the state average. His affiliation with the Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana and Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Southwest Louisiana, which is recognized as High Performing in Knee Replacement, positions him at the very forefront of joint replacement care in the region. Patients requiring hip and knee replacement surgery benefit from Dr. Noble’s combination of technical precision, deep surgical experience, and access to specialized joint replacement facilities that are purpose-built to deliver the best possible surgical outcomes.

Beyond joint replacement, Dr. Noble provides comprehensive orthopedic care for arthritis, lower back pain, joint pain, and a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, serving patients across multiple hospital and ambulatory surgical settings throughout the Lake Charles area. He practices alongside a skilled team of orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and physical medicine specialists at the Center for Orthopaedics and Spine LLC, ensuring patients have access to multidisciplinary musculoskeletal expertise under one roof.

What truly sets Dr. Noble apart is his extraordinary patient satisfaction record. With a perfect overall rating of 5 out of 5 based on 167 total patient reviews — and perfect scores in thoroughness of examination, ability to answer questions, and clarity of instructions — he has earned all seven available patient experience awards, including Patients’ Top Choice, Makes Time for Patients, Listens Attentively, Clearly Explains, Performs Thorough Exams, and Great Bedside Manner. This remarkable record of patient satisfaction reflects a physician who combines surgical excellence with genuine compassion and respect for every individual in his care. He holds active medical licenses in both Louisiana and Texas (through 2026) and has previously been licensed in South Carolina and North Carolina.

Education & Training

• Medical School – Louisiana State University School of Medicine
• Residency – Orthopaedic Surgery, Louisiana State University School of Medicine (1990–1995)
• Fellowship/Additional Training – General Orthopedic Surgery | Joint Replacement Surgery
• Subspecialty Focus – General Orthopedic Surgery | Hip and Knee Replacement | Arthritis Surgery

Medical Conditions Treated

• Knee Arthritis and Knee Joint Degeneration
• Hip Arthritis and Hip Joint Degeneration
• Osteoarthritis (Degenerative Joint Disease)
• Rheumatoid Arthritis Affecting Joints
• Joint Pain and Chronic Joint Disorders
• Lower Back Pain and Lumbar Spine Conditions
• Knee Injuries (Ligament Tears, Meniscus Damage)
• Hip Injuries and Hip Fractures
• Sports-Related Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Bone Fractures and Traumatic Orthopedic Injuries
• Bursitis and Tendinitis
• Cartilage Damage and Chondral Defects
• Shoulder Pain and Shoulder Joint Disorders
• Post-Surgical Joint Rehabilitation and Recovery
• Degenerative Disc Disease and Spinal Musculoskeletal Conditions

Medical Procedures Performed

• Total Knee Replacement Surgery
• Partial Knee Replacement Surgery
• Total Hip Replacement Surgery
• Joint Revision Surgery (Re-do Hip and Knee Replacement)
• Knee Arthroscopy (Diagnostic and Therapeutic)
• Meniscus Repair and Meniscectomy
• Ligament Reconstruction (ACL, MCL)
• Joint Injection Therapy (Corticosteroid and Viscosupplementation)
• Fracture Repair and Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
• Bone and Joint Infection Management
• Cartilage Restoration Procedures
• Arthroscopic Surgery of the Knee and Hip
• Diagnostic Imaging Interpretation (X-ray, MRI, CT Scan)
• Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Planning and Physical Therapy Coordination
• Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgical Approaches

Services Offered

Dr. Noble offers a comprehensive range of orthopedic surgical and non-surgical services tailored to restore mobility, relieve pain, and improve the overall quality of life for patients living with joint disease, musculoskeletal injuries, and degenerative orthopedic conditions. His practice at the Center for Orthopaedics and Spine LLC is designed to provide patients with seamless, expert care from initial consultation through surgery, recovery, and long-term follow-up.

Joint replacement surgery is the cornerstone of Dr. Noble’s practice and the area in which his expertise and patient volumes most significantly exceed state averages. He performs total and partial knee replacements and total hip replacements at the Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana and Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Southwest Louisiana — both of which are recognized for excellence in joint replacement outcomes. Dr. Noble’s surgical approach prioritizes both functional restoration and long-term implant durability, ensuring that patients regain not just mobility but a renewed ability to engage in the activities that matter most to them.

For patients who are not yet ready for or who wish to avoid surgery, Dr. Noble provides a full range of conservative orthopedic management options. These include joint injection therapy using corticosteroids or viscosupplementation (hyaluronic acid), physical therapy referral and rehabilitation planning, activity modification counseling, and anti-inflammatory treatment strategies. His goal is always to identify the least invasive pathway to achieving meaningful, lasting relief — with surgery recommended only when conservative measures have been exhausted or when the severity of a condition clearly warrants it.

Dr. Noble also provides expert care for acute orthopedic injuries including fractures, ligament tears, and meniscus damage, utilizing both arthroscopic and open surgical techniques as appropriate. His affiliation with multiple hospital systems and ambulatory surgical centers throughout the Lake Charles area ensures that patients have access to the right level of care in the right setting for their specific needs.

Services include:

• Orthopedic consultation and comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluation
• Total and partial knee replacement surgery
• Total hip replacement and revision joint surgery
• Knee and hip arthroscopy (diagnostic and surgical)
• Ligament and meniscus repair and reconstruction
• Fracture evaluation, treatment, and surgical repair
• Joint injection therapy (corticosteroid and viscosupplementation)
• Arthritis management — conservative and surgical
• Lower back pain evaluation and musculoskeletal management
• Sports injury assessment and orthopedic treatment
• Cartilage restoration and joint preservation procedures
• Post-surgical rehabilitation and physical therapy coordination
• Diagnostic imaging review and interpretation
• Second opinion orthopedic consultations
• Non-surgical pain management and conservative care planning

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
• AmeriHealth Caritas (Medicaid)
• Cigna (PPO)

Please contact the practice directly to confirm additional insurance plans accepted, as coverage may vary.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Center for Orthopaedics and Spine LLC address: 1747 Imperial Blvd Lake Charles, LA 70605 📞 (337) 721-7236

Hospital Affiliations

• Christus Lake Area Hospital — Lake Charles, LA
• Christus Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital Southwest Louisiana — Lake Charles, LA (High Performing in Knee Replacement)
• West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital — Sulphur, LA
• Imperial Calcasieu Surgical Center — Lake Charles, LA (Best ASC in Ophthalmology)
• Joint Replacement Center of Louisiana — Lake Charles, LA