Dr. Luis Rolan Espinoza passed away Sunday, March 29th at his residence. Dr. Espinoza was born in Pisco, Peru on July 3rd, 1943. He served as the Chief of Rheumatology at LSUHSC for 30 years. His dedication to his patients and colleagues is evident by the many contributions he made over the years. He was always available to care for a complicated patient and shared his knowledge through publications and lectures all over the world. He was preceded in death by his father Luis Ramiro Espinoza and his brother Enrique Raul Espinoza. He is survived by his mother Luz Lelia Bernales Espinoza (Lima, Peru), his wife, Dr. Carmen Gladys Espinoza, his son Dr. Luis M. Espinoza, his daughter Dr. Gabriela Espinoza Maclin, his grandchildren Luis M. Espinoza Jr, Elyana M. Espinoza, Melvin Maclin III, Miguel A. Maclin, and Gabriel Espinoza. Private services will be held with immediate family at this time. In accordance with Peruvian tradition, a celebration and mass will be planned in his honor in 1 year. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 3 to Apr. 5, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Luis Espinoza

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49 Entries

Carmen Espinoza

March 28, 2025

Querido tío, siempre recordándote y llevándote en nuestros corazones, Dios te tenga en su gloria

Toshie Saito

April 20, 2024

I have published a couple of papers in the last three years. You always believed in me and encouraged me, so I kept my career as a scientist even in challenging situations. Dr. Espinoza, your lessons have always disciplined me to be sincere when facing science. I always remember that my ultimate goal in research is to help suffering patients.
You live forever in our hearts.

Javier Márquez

March 28, 2024

With your teachings you left an indelible mark. We will carry you in our hearts Master Luis Espinoza. A fraternal hug from Colombia to your entire family, now they have an angel who takes care of them.

Janet Alberts

March 28, 2023

Dr. Espinoza, was truly a caring kind doctor. I loved his gently bedside manner. He is truly missed.

Nora Foster

November 23, 2021

Dr.Luis Espinoza was the most wonderful and caring person that I had the pleasure of being his patient for many years. My heart is so full to hear about his passing away. God bless his family. Just think that you have a guardian angel to watch over you. I will never forget his smile and his presence. As his patient he took excellent care of me and I will never forget him.Rest in peace Doctor Espinoza.

Javier Marquez

January 17, 2021

It is impossible to make a profile of Professor Luis Rolan Espinoza. Those of us who were fortunate enough to have been his students or his friends number in the hundreds worldwide, we live different realities. But we come together in one, besides being a great doctor, you were a GREAT HUMAN BEING. Tireless worker, privileged memory, great capacity for analysis and problem solving, you made the difficult easy. You taught us to be Inclusive, to work as a team, you were wise to reward effort, to respect our colleagues regardless of the ladder or rank they occupy and especially our main reason for being our patients. Kindly and generously, you shared your knowledge without selfishness, sacrificing the time of your family whom you always remembered in a nostalgic way in the many commitments worldwide in which you participated, but you could not say no to an invitation to spread what for decades of early mornings and critical reading you learned. Always ready to give advice or correct with a glance. You exhorted us to follow our instincts that an investigation starts from an observation and it was our obligation to publish it. Not to fear making mistakes because success was full of failures. You opened the door of your house to many of your students, you invited us to stay, and then you saw them leave like a father sees a son go, we left full of strength because you made us better people.
God bless you Luis Rolan Espinoza thank you for giving us so much strength in the hearts of your wife Dra Carmen Espinoza, your son Luis Espinoza, your daughter Gabriela and your grandchildren.

Kathleen Faneca

November 28, 2020

Dr. Espinoza was my physician for several years. He was a great doctor and always made me smile. He asked me during one of my office visits why did I work so hard. I told him because I'm single and no family. I said I need to eat! We both smiled. He was a great man and will be missed. I'm sure he is working his magic in heaven. Gold bless him and many prayers to his family.

Josefina Espinoza Jaime

October 11, 2020

Mi más sentido pésame a su esposa e hijos lamentando saber su partida al encuentro de Dios recién he tratado de comunicarme sin resultado quien escribe es su prima hermana Pepa el cuando estudiaba vivía con nosotros en Lince Lima JR. León Velarde 132 hace muchos años cuando iba a la universidad Cayetano Heredia luego se mudaron a Pueblo Libre todos los hermanos con el tío Lucho Papá y esposa la tía Luz un abrazo y mucha fortaleza a toda la familia soy Josefina Espinoza Jaime

Toshie Saito

September 28, 2020

I am deeply sorry to hear Dr. Luis Espinoza had passed away. I was his research fellow. Dr. Espinoza gave me great opportunities and opened up my career as a researcher. His department was truly a nurturing environment for trainees. I still remember many suffering patients in his clinic, which really motivates me to devote myself to the research field. I will work hard to pass his legacy to the next generation.
My sincere condolences.

Karen Schoon

July 11, 2020

He was my doctor and a wonderful man. He will surely be missed. Condolences to his family and friends and colleagues. May GOD give his family peace and know all of you will be in my prayers. GOD BLESS EVERYONE.

Dina Batiste

July 9, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Arlene Hilley

June 28, 2020

Rip Dr Espinoza I will think of you every that this disease has me , I could never find another Dr like you . You will be missed God bless you

Marion Cundin

June 18, 2020

I was a patient of Dr. Espinoza for 10 years. He was a brilliant doctor and a very kind soul. I am forever grateful having known such a wonderful person.
Que descansa en paz y que Dios les bendiga a su querida familia.

Mary Triggs

June 17, 2020

I was so sorry to hear of Dr. Espinoza's death. He was my doctor for several years. He was always attentive and compassionate and he will be truly missed. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.

Mary Triggs

Rhonda Daniels

June 16, 2020

Dr. Espinoza will be truly missed. He was my Physician, Friend, and Critic. He had a heart full of compassion. May his soul rest in peace. My condolences to the Family. Rhonda Daniels

Margaret Wagner

June 10, 2020

Dr Espinoza has been my doctor since 1994. He was such a compassionate person and helped me through some really rough times. I saw him in January and I knew he wasnt well. He didnt want to talk about him but I knew I wouldnt see him again. My heart aches for all his beautiful family. You have my prayers and I want you to know I miss him not just as a doctor but also as a compassionate person. May he Rest In Peace

Veda Dregory

June 5, 2020

My name is Veda Dregory I was so sorry to hear that my Doctor had passed away. A very good person Doctor. Dr. Espinosa is going to be truly missed. My heart goes out to the family.

Janet Alberts

June 5, 2020

I was sorry to learn of Dr. Espinozas passing. He was a compassionate doctor. He had an beautiful bedside manner. I loved my visits with him.

Samantha

April 20, 2020

My name is Samantha Shorty. I was a patient of Dr. Espinoza for over 20 years. He became my doctor when I was 21. He took excellent care of me as I was one of his own. When I was ill he made personal calls to check on me. He will truly be missed. What an incredible doctor he was. My condolences to his family from my Family The Shortys.

James

April 12, 2020

My name is James Johnson and I was a patient of Dr. Espinoza for over 20 years. He was a very good doctor, he cared for his patients a lot. He didnt seem like he ever had a bad day. He will be greatly missed.

Cynthia E Morris

April 11, 2020

My name is Cynthia Morris I was a patient of Dr. Espinoza for ten years he will be sadly missed. He was a good and caring doctor to me. Several months ago I told him that I could not reach him through the office and he gave me his mobile number. Sure enough if I could not reach him through the proper channels I would text him and he would get back with me with my situation. I will be praying for his family .

Karen Toribio

April 10, 2020

I was a medical student that worked with him around 2006. I became a rheumatologist and loved his hands on approach to taking care of patients. He was very bright and had a passion for rheumatology. He served the underprivileged and will always be a role model. Sad to see him go.

Bernadette Badon

April 10, 2020

I will remember Dr.Espinosa with love and fondness. He was a very kind a d gracious man that always made you feel better than you ever did. I was shocked to find out today about his passing. Rest in peace.

April 10, 2020

I worked with Dr. Espinoza at his clinic in Thibodaux Louisiana. He will be sadly missed. He was a humble man that was the master in his field. Prayers to his family.
Darcie

Carmen Espinoza

April 7, 2020

Es muy doloroso y triste saber que una gran persona quien siempre estuvo en favor de ayudar a quien lo necesite partió de este mundo, se que mi tío esta a lado de Dios padre y eso es lo que nos reconforta, quiero que sepan que fue y será nuestro mejor ejemplo, orgullosos de las contribuciones que nos deja. Lo llevaremos siempre en nuestros corazones. Descansa en paz querido tío Lucho.

Perla Pecue

April 7, 2020

I am so sorry for your loss. Dr Espinoza was a giant in his field. He helped so many people and treated people with much kindness and respect. Dr Espinoza will be highly missed. My deepest condolences.

a loved one

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Maria Estevez

April 6, 2020

My deepest condolences to the Espinoza family. My prayers are with them. Dr. Espinoza was my doctor for 2 1/2 years. I had just had an appointment with him in January. I was upset to see of his sudden passing. Dr. Espinoza was very knowledgeable with my condition. Also was a wonderful and caring person. He will be missed by all his patients including myself. May he rest in peace.

Malufa Zaldívar

April 6, 2020

Dear Ms Carmen, you don't know the sadness when I I knew about the departure of dr Espinoza. I remember him for how kind he was to me when I went to rotate with him at UMC last year. I will always remember his kindness with me. Dr Espinoza was a teacher, a humble person and with a big heart. And I also remember you Ms Carmen a very nice person. I will always be grateful to you.
I send you a big hug and to your family too. Malufa

April 6, 2020

He was a wonderful man and doctor to all of his patients. He will be missed by so many people. I enjoyed seeing him in the halls and talking to him. RIP - Teresa

Dr Linda M Keefer

April 6, 2020

I am another medical professional who has benefited from Dr. Espinoza's excellent, compassionate care of patients and great interest in educating medical professionals. He was an amazing man, and over the years I have had patients who have truly loved him. We will all miss him and thank his family for sharing him, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Elena Cucurull

April 5, 2020

Luis was my mentor and friend. He'll have a special place in my heart forever. I'm sorry we couldn't say goodbye. Rest in Peace.

Karen Vega

April 5, 2020

Dr Carmen E. and family:
I am one of Dr. Espinoza's disciples from Peru.
I will never forget all the help and kindness you gave me while I was in New Orleans. Dr Espinoza's departure undoubtedly generates great pain for me. He was one of those people who was always ready to help, even over long distances. A very respectable person, not only as a doctor but also for his quality of human being.
Thanks to him I was able to strengthen my criteria as a rheumatologist and above all to believe in myself. His departure creates a great void in our hearts.
God gives you strength in this moment.

C Cole

April 5, 2020

My prayers goes out to his family, friends, colleagues and patients. You will be sadly missed. Your patient Ms. Cole

edward massey

April 5, 2020

I was a patient of Dr. Espinoza for more than 17 years. I was treated by him at LSU clinic in 1991 in rheumatology and received the best treatment for my conditions. he was always kind, considerate and we had a great relationship. He will be remembered as the consummate physician. I will keep him in my prayers. may his soul rest in peace.

Joy Boudreaux

April 5, 2020

I have been a patient of Dr. Espinoza's for 28 years and I am so upset to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He was a wonderful doctor and i will sorely miss him.

April 5, 2020

Dear Carmen and Family,

Rhoda and I are so sorry to learn of the passing of Luis. He was always such a gentleman and kind to me. I will miss his presence. May the Lord's peace be with him and all of the family.

Ronny Carr

Brian Barkemeyer

April 4, 2020

Sorry to learn of the death of Dr. Espinoza, and my sympathy to his entire family. In providing care to my father, he was always practical, skilled, and caring. He was a trusted colleague at LSU who will be missed. May he rest in peace!

Judith Arseneaux

April 4, 2020

The dedication of Dr. Espinoza for education and patient care was beyond words. He also loved his family and those grand kids gave him a twinkle in his eyes.

He led in a quiet manner and by example. As an administrator, we were often in meetings together. Usually it was a very quiet fight as he would listen, take note of the issues and when he took a deep breath, lowered his head and motioned with his hands, that was the the last word and what he was willing to do. The world has lost one more treasure.

Michelle Spencer

April 4, 2020

Thank you Espinoza family but sharing a great man he's truly going to be missed and he is one of a kind.

Maureen Vincent

April 4, 2020

I was saddened and shocked to learn of Dr. Espinoza's passing. I worked with him for many years in Rheumatology at LSU. He was very compassionate in his work and dedicated to his patients. He will be truly missed. I extend my sincere condolences to family.
May he rest in peace.

Yamini Menon

April 4, 2020

Very saddened and shocked to hear the news, he was my mentor, a great teacher, a great physician and a man with a big Heart. His Legacy will live on. He will me missed by many. May his Soul Rest In Peace.
Extending my Heartfelt condolences to the family

Eileen Wallen

April 4, 2020

We send our deepest condolences on the loss and may his memory be a blessing
He will be missed

Eve Scopelitis

April 4, 2020

I am devastated.
I have lost a great colleague, mentor and friend.
My deepest condolences to Carmen, Luis, Jr. and the rest of the family.
He will live in my thoughts forever.
Rest in Peace, Luis.

Gerard & Sandra Black

April 3, 2020

It is with great sadness that we hear of the death of a great doctor, mentor and teacher. Dr "E" as we affectionally called him is a tribute to the medical profession and his presence will be greatly missed. My condolences to members of his family. Via con dos, amigo.

Gerard & Sandra Black

April 3, 2020

It is with great sadness to discover Dr. Espinoza's death. I have been a patient of his since 2008 where he virtually saved my life . After being admitted to emergency room he was the only doctor who diagnosed an uncommon illness of Weggners Vasculitas. This knowledgeable, caring, kind, gentleman has become endeared to my family and we will certainly miss his presence. Dr. "E" as I affectionally called him, was a great doctor, a good friend who I now bid, Via Con Dios, amigo.

Rosalind Brown

April 3, 2020

Luis, was the kindest, but stern physician I have ever known. He was always pleasant and on time, I was his first 7:00 am appointment most of my appointments, I promise Luis would not only be there but started on time with a smile. I was his patient 14 plus years, I kid you not, I have been grieving just like he my closest family members. I will always remember and love him. I will pray for his family he has always smiled and spoken highly of them all.

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