
Overview
I care for children and adolescents with rheumatic diseases, which are autoimmune and autoinflammatory conditions. These include juvenile idiopathic arthritis, lupus, myositis, scleroderma, and vasculitis. I am particularly interested in caring for those who have forms of juvenile myositis and am researching ways to understand and treat this spectrum of disease. I value listening to each patient’s individual story and strive to provide patient-centered care with the most evidence-based approach. I chose to specialize in pediatric rheumatology because it is an ever-changing field that allows me to learn from and form meaningful relationships with patients and their families. I love seeing patients get back to happy, healthy lives.
Dr. Tam Covert is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, and Myositis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27710
4709 Creekstone Dr, Durham, NC 27703
3000 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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I am a pediatric rheumatologist and immunologist, and I take care of children with immune and autoimmune problems, specifically juvenile arthritis, lupus, dermatomyositis, myositis fever disorders, and scleroderma. Many times we see children with all kinds of different complaints, and I work to investigate their symptoms and come up with a diagnosis and treatment plan. It is so gratifying to help kids feel better and get them back to their normal, healthy lives. The doctors here at Duke work as a robust and very specialized multidisciplinary team. When patients come here, they normally need to see multiple different specialists, and we have a unified center of care and come to them, instead of having them go to different appointments at different places. We partner with the family to define what care should happen and how to manage the patient. Dr. Reed is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Myositis, Polymyositis, and Dermatomyositis.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lauren Tam Covert
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Tam Covert?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lauren Tam Covert by calling their office at 919-684-6575. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lauren Tam Covert a top-rated expert for Juvenile Dermatomyositis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lauren Tam Covert is classified as an Advanced expert for Juvenile Dermatomyositis, 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. Lauren Tam Covert specialize in?
While Dr. Lauren Tam Covert is a Pediatrics, they have specific expertise in Juvenile Dermatomyositis, Dermatomyositis, and Polymyositis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatrics.
Does Dr. Lauren Tam Covert participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lauren Tam Covert has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Juvenile Dermatomyositis. You can view a list of Dr. Lauren Tam Covert's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lauren Tam Covert accept my insurance?
Dr. Lauren Tam Covert accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 919-684-6575 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
- Advanced
- DermatomyositisDr. Tam Covert isAdvanced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Juvenile DermatomyositisDr. Tam Covert isAdvanced. Learn about Juvenile Dermatomyositis.
- MyositisDr. Tam Covert isAdvanced. Learn about Myositis.
- PolymyositisDr. Tam Covert isAdvanced. Learn about Polymyositis.
- Experienced
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)Dr. Tam Covert isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).


