Opelousas General Health System Welcomes
Dan M. Shapiro, D.O., to its Medical Staff
Opelousas, LA, 09/07/2026 – Lance Armentor, BSM, MHA, President & CEO of Opelousas General Health System
announces that Dan M. Shapiro, D.O., will join the OGHS Medical Staff effective September 2026. Dr. Shapiro
specializes in Infectious Disease. His scope of service includes complex infection management, immunocompromised
care, primary medical care for patients with HIV, sepsis, and other infectious diseases.
“We are extremely pleased to welcome another highly qualified infectious disease physician to our medical staff
alongside Dr. De’Angellica Vaughn-Allen,” said Armentor.“This continued investment in infectious disease expertise
demonstrates our commitment to expanding access to specialized care and bringing more services closer to home for the
patients and families we serve. Having two physicians with expertise in this important specialty strengthens our medical
staff and helps us to provide comprehensive, high-quality care for patients with complex infectious diseases. We are
excited about what this growing area of our medical staff means for the future of healthcare in our community.”
Dr. Shapiro completed his medical training at Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Lillington, NC. He
completed a residency in Internal Medicine at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC. He completed a fellowship in
Infectious Disease at Ochsner Medical Center in Baton Rouge. Dr. Shapiro is board certified in both Internal Medicine
and Infectious Disease.
He is a member of American College of Physicians, American Osteopathic Association, and American Academy of
Family Physicians.
“I am excited to join the medical staff at OGHS and become part of a team that is committed to providing high-quality,
specialized care to the community,” said Shapiro. “The addition of another infectious disease physician is an exciting
opportunity to expand access to care and strengthen the services available to patients with complex infections and other
infectious diseases. I look forward to working alongside my colleagues, sharing expertise and collaborating to provide
great care. I am honored to be joining the staff of Opelousas General and look forward to building lasting relationships.”
Dr. Shapiro joins Dr. Vaughn-Allen at Opelousas General Rural Health Clinic. The medical practice is currently located at
1200 Hospital Drive, Suite 5., next to Opelousas General Main Campus. Referrals can be faxed to 888-894-2980.
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About Opelousas General Health System
Since 1957, Opelousas General Health System has been dedicated to the provision of quality healthcare through its strong
commitment and high standards. Central to the success of OGHS’s commitment to excellence is the presence of an
outstanding and highly qualified staff of physicians, nurses, technologists, and other personnel who provide professional
treatment in a caring environment. Serving as the region’s referral medical center, OGHS is a 171-bed, full service
medical center, and the area’s most comprehensive community healthcare facility offering a wide range of medical
specialties and state-of-the-art technology. Visit us at www.opelousasgeneral.com .
