
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 clinical expertise encompasses Gitelman Syndrome, Cirrhosis, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
Dr. Diefendorf is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med, Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics, General Pediatrics. Dr. Diefendorf is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
480 Ruin Creek Rd, Henderson, NC 27536
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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.
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- 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.
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Diefendorf isAdvanced. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
- 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).
- DiarrheaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- FaintingDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Fainting.
- Familial Combined HyperlipidemiaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia.
- Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1Dr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Familial Hypocalciuric Hypercalcemia Type 1.
- Folate DeficiencyDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Folate Deficiency.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- GoutDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Gout.
- HeadacheDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- High Potassium LevelDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about High Potassium Level.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Hyperlipidemia Type 3Dr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Hyperlipidemia Type 3.
- HypothyroidismDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Hypothyroidism.
- Idiopathic HypercalciuriaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Hypercalciuria.
- InsomniaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Insomnia.
- Lactic AcidosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Lactic Acidosis.
- Low Potassium LevelDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Low Potassium Level.
- Low Sodium LevelDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Low Sodium Level.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- LymphangitisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Magnesium DeficiencyDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Magnesium Deficiency.
- MelorheostosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis.
- Melorheostosis with OsteopoikilosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Melorheostosis with Osteopoikilosis.
- Memory LossDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Metabolic AcidosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Metabolic Acidosis.
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Multiple Carboxylase DeficiencyDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency.
- NecrosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- NeuralgiaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- NeurosarcoidosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Neurosarcoidosis.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- OsteopeniaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Osteopenia.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Pharyngomaxillary Space AbscessDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Pharyngomaxillary Space Abscess.
- PneumoniaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Respiratory AcidosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Respiratory Acidosis.
- SarcoidosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Sarcoidosis.
- SciaticaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- ScoliosisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- SpasticityDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Spasticity.
- Subacute Combined DegenerationDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Subacute Combined Degeneration.
- Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Secretion (SIADH)
- TenosynovitisDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Thyroid StormDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Storm.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.
- VertigoDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency AnemiaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia.
- XanthomaDr. Diefendorf isExperienced. Learn about Xanthoma.
