Dr. Nathan Laufer
Overview
Nathan Laufer MDCM, is originally from Montreal, Canada. He is medical graduate from McGill University, class of 1977. His internal medicine residency was completed at the University of Toronto, 1977-81, and his cardiology fellowship at the University of Michigan, 1981-83, where he remained on faculty prior to moving to Phoenix. Within one year of arriving, he became the Coronary Care Unit Director at Good Samaritan Hospital, a University of Arizona teaching hospital. He is board certified in Internal Medicine and Cardiology in Canada and the US, and board certified in Interventional Cardiology by the ABIM.He has been practicing and teaching cardiology in Phoenix for over 35 years. He is the founder and medical director of the Heart & Vascular Center of Arizona. He is past program director and founder of the 4th year Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Banner Good Samaritan Hospital, founder of the Cardiovascular Society of Arizona, and past Chief, Department of Cardiovascular Disease Banner Estrella Medical Center in Phoenix.He is past President of the Arizona Medical Association. Over the years he has held numerous board positions including president of the Maricopa County Medical Society, president of the Phoenix Board of the American Heart Association, Counselor of the Arizona Chapter of the American College of Cardiology, and Board Member of the University of Michigan Club Of Greater Phoenix.He has received numerous awards including McGill University Scholarships, Teacher of the Year at Good Samaritan Hospital, and National Leadership Award, Wings of Memory, US Holocaust Memorial Museum. He is listed in Who's Who in America, 1998-2018; Phoenix Business Journal Survey of Most Influential in Health Care; Top Doc-Cardiovascular Disease, Phoenix Magazine 1998-2018; Best Doctors in America 2007-18; and numerous other listings.He has lectured all over the US, Russia, and Japan. He organized technique workshops and medical conferences on angioplasty, stenting, and rotablator technology and other aspects of cardiology. He has 98 publications to his credit, many in the field of Interventional Cardiology.He has also participated in numerous charitable activities including US Holocaust Memorial Museum, Anti-Defamation League, Phoenix Symphony, AJC, United Way's Alexis de Tocqueville Society, King David School, JNF, Friends of the IDF, and AIPAC.His wife, Judy, is also from Montreal, was a kindergarten teacher in the West Island and currently a children's book author. They married in 1986 and have one son, Andrew, currently living in Los Angeles.We provide comprehensive care including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of coronary, vascular, and carotid disease, as well as arrhythmias, and women's cardiology.
Dr. Laufer is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Xanthoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1331 N 7th St Ste 375, Phoenix, AZ 85006
9305 W Thomas Rd Ste 270, Phoenix, AZ 85037
20940 N Tatum Blvd Ste 325, Phoenix, AZ 85050
1910 E Thomas Rd Ste 101, Phoenix, AZ 85016
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nathan Laufer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nathan Laufer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nathan Laufer by calling their office at 602-307-0070. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nathan Laufer a top-rated expert for Carotid Artery Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nathan Laufer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Carotid Artery Disease, 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. Nathan Laufer specialize in?
While Dr. Nathan Laufer is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Carotid Artery Disease, Arterial Embolism, and Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Nathan Laufer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nathan Laufer has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Carotid Artery Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Nathan Laufer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nathan Laufer accept my insurance?
Dr. Nathan Laufer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 602-307-0070 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Laufer isDistinguished. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Laufer isDistinguished. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Advanced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Laufer isAdvanced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- AnginaDr. Laufer isAdvanced. Learn about Angina.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Laufer isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- ArrhythmiasDr. Laufer isAdvanced. Learn about Arrhythmias.
- Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy
- AtherosclerosisDr. Laufer isAdvanced. Learn about Atherosclerosis.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Laufer isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Laufer isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- ApoplexyDr. Laufer isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Laufer isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Laufer isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Atrial TachycardiaDr. Laufer isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Tachycardia.