Dr. Kemp CoreilMD

Internal Medicine

at Kemp Coreil, MD — Lafayette, LA

About

Kemp Coreil, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician serving adults throughout the Acadiana region of Louisiana. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, with minors in Chemistry and Biology, from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 1990. He then earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport in 1994.

Dr. Coreil completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the University of Tennessee Memphis, The Health Science Center. His program selected him as Chief Resident for 1997-1998. He holds certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine and specializes in internal medicine and preventive care. His professional involvement has been deep; he served as President of Medical Staff at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center from 2008 to 2010 and held Department of Medicine Chief roles at both Our Lady of Lourdes and Southwest Medical Center. He belongs to the American College of Physicians and the Louisiana State Medical Society. Dr. Coreil approaches every visit with a commitment to thorough patient education. He takes time to walk patients through their diagnoses, test results, and treatment options in full detail.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

University of Louisiana at Lafayette, B.S. Microbiology 1990, Minors in Chemistry and Biology

Medical School

Louisiana State University Medical Center, Shreveport, LA – Doctorate of Medicine 1994

Residency

Internal Medicine, University of Tennessee Memphis, The Health Science Center, 1995-1997; Chief Resident 1997-1998

Additional Training

Internship: University of Tennessee Memphis, The Health Science Center, Memphis, TN 1994-1995

Certifications

Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Who is Dr. Coreil right for?

Dr. Coreil is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician with deep expertise in preventive medicine. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his proactive, research-driven approach. He works well with patients who want thorough explanations of their diagnoses and treatment options. Those seeking corporate health and wellness support will also find his practice well-suited to their needs. Patients who value after-hours accessibility and same- or next-day scheduling will feel at home in his practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Coreil treats a broad range of adult health conditions through his internal medicine practice. He focuses on preventive care, chronic disease management, and corporate health and wellness. He also holds certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine, expanding his scope of care for patients with serious illness.

Dr. Coreil prioritizes patient education during every visit. He walks each patient through their condition, test results, and treatment options in detail. Patients consistently note that he takes as much time as needed and never rushes through an appointment.

Dr. Coreil earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport in 1994. He completed his internship and Internal Medicine residency at the University of Tennessee Memphis, The Health Science Center, where he served as Chief Resident in 1997-1998.

Dr. Coreil holds certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. He specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine and has practiced in the Acadiana region for decades.

Dr. Coreil holds affiliations with Lafayette General Medical Center and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. He served in multiple leadership roles at Our Lady of Lourdes, including President of Medical Staff from 2008 to 2010 and Department of Medicine Chief from 2002 to 2004.

Yes, preventive care is a central focus of Dr. Coreil's practice. He uses the MDVIP Wellness Program to deliver comprehensive screenings and build personalized wellness plans for each member. His goal is to identify and address health risks before they develop into serious conditions.

Yes. Dr. Coreil makes himself available to patients by phone after hours and on weekends. Members find this access especially valuable for urgent health concerns that arise outside of regular office hours.

Dr. Coreil belongs to the American College of Physicians and the Louisiana State Medical Society. He has also held extensive leadership positions at area hospitals, including board-level roles at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center.

Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026