Opelousas General Health System Welcomes Dan M. Shapiro, D.O., to its Medical Staff

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.