Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf
Overview
From the age of seven, as I played “doctor” to my dolls, I knew I wanted to spend my life caring for people. As a primary care physician specializing in both internal medicine and pediatrics, I see patients of all ages and am able to care for multiple generations within families. I am also uniquely equipped to follow pediatric patients with chronic childhood illnesses, including autism and rare genetic diseases, and provide continuity of care as they transition into adulthood. In addition to my clinic work, I am involved in community based health care endeavors, such as providing sports physicals and screening mammographies. The most gratifying parts of my work are the close, caring relationships I form with my patients, and the opportunity to promote health in my own community.
Dr. Diefendorf is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Gitelman Syndrome, Cirrhosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
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Locations
480 Ruin Creek Rd, Henderson, NC 27536
Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc
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Duke Children's Health Center Hematology/Oncology Clinic
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf by calling their office at 252-492-3152. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf a top-rated expert for Gitelman Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gitelman Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf specialize in?
While Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Gitelman Syndrome, Cirrhosis, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf accept my insurance?
Dr. Laura P. Diefendorf accepts most major insurance plans, including Absolute Total Care South Carolina and Aetna. We recommend calling the office directly at 252-492-3152 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Gitelman SyndromeDr. Diefendorf isDistinguished. Learn about Gitelman Syndrome.
- Advanced
- CirrhosisDr. Diefendorf isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Familial HypertensionDr. Diefendorf isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertension.
- Glucocorticoid-Remediable AldosteronismDr. Diefendorf isAdvanced. Learn about Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
- High CholesterolDr. Diefendorf isAdvanced. Learn about High Cholesterol.
- HypertensionDr. Diefendorf isAdvanced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Diefendorf isAdvanced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Experienced
- AnemiaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- CellulitisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Chronic CoughDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Chronic Kidney DiseaseDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)Dr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).