About
F. Brobson Lutz, Jr., MD practices internal medicine and infectious diseases at Drs. Combs & Lutz, LLC in New Orleans. He converted his practice to a Patient-Centered Membership Model on January 1, 2018, with the goal of shifting patients from crisis-driven care toward prevention and long-term wellness. His clinical interests span infectious diseases, cardiovascular health, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, influenza, COVID-19, obesity, and travel medicine.
Dr. Lutz has served as a regular guest on WVUE Fox 8 and WWL TV Channel 4 local newscasts, with a video archive running back to 2009. He has contributed monthly articles to New Orleans Magazine since 2004. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the New York Times, NPR, and Inside Edition all sought his perspective. A 2025 WWL TV feature recognized him among the healthcare figures who stepped up during Hurricane Katrina. He holds membership in the Louisiana State Medical Society and the Orleans Parish Medical Society.
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lutz right for?
Dr. Lutz is a strong fit for adults who want a physician with deep expertise in both internal medicine and infectious diseases. Patients managing hypertension, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular risk, or weight are well served by his preventive approach. He also suits patients who travel internationally and need guidance on immunizations and travel medicine. Those who value a physician with a long public record of health education in the New Orleans community will feel at home with Dr. Lutz.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lutz treats a wide range of conditions including infectious diseases, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, cardiovascular disease, influenza, COVID-19, and obesity. He also covers preventive care, immunizations, and travel medicine. His broad clinical scope allows him to address most adult primary care needs within a single practice.
Dr. Lutz practices internal medicine and infectious diseases at Drs. Combs & Lutz, LLC. His clinical record spans decades of practice in New Orleans, with extensive public health commentary recognized by national outlets including the New York Times and NPR.
Dr. Lutz focuses on moving patients away from reactive care and toward prevention and wellness. He builds individualized treatment plans and emphasizes early intervention over crisis management. His membership model gives him the time to pursue that philosophy consistently with each patient.
Yes. Dr. Lutz has served as a regular health commentator on WVUE Fox 8 and WWL TV Channel 4, with appearances archived back to 2009. He contributes monthly to New Orleans Magazine, with a print archive dating to 2004. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the New York Times, NPR, and Inside Edition all quoted him.
Yes. Dr. Lutz holds dual clinical expertise in internal medicine and infectious diseases. He covers conditions ranging from influenza and COVID-19 to travel-related infections and immunization guidance. That background makes him a strong resource for patients with complex infectious disease questions.
Dr. Lutz has practiced medicine in New Orleans for decades. His media archive alone dates back to 2009, and his print contributions to New Orleans Magazine reach back to 2004. A 2025 WWL TV story recognized his role as a healthcare figure during and after Hurricane Katrina.
Yes. Dr. Lutz has written and spoken extensively on travel immunizations and health precautions for international travelers. Members can discuss travel medicine needs, including destination-specific vaccine recommendations, during their appointments.
Dr. Lutz administers influenza immunizations and other vaccines as part of routine preventive care. The practice uses only vaccines manufactured in the United States.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026