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Dr. Andrew Laster, MD

Rheumatology*
3.5 (39)
Map Pin Small Charlotte, NC
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Andrew Laster, MD

Dr. Andrew Laster, MD is a Rheumatology Specialist in Charlotte, NC. They specialize in Rheumatology, has 45 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and is affiliated with MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center and Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. Dr. Laster, completed a residency at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Laster an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Laster works at Arthritis & Osteoporosis Consultants Of The Carolinas in Charlotte, NC. They frequently treat conditions like Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Laster's Office Locations

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    Arthritis & Osteoporosis Consultants Of The Carolinas
    1918 Randolph Rd Ste 600, Charlotte, NC 28207 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (704) 936-0875

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center
  • Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center

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Sarcoidosis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Temporal Arteritis
Vasculitis
Steroid Injection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Pain
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
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Raynaud's Disease
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Sarcoid Arthropathy
Systemic Sclerosis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
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Osteoporosis Screening
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    About Dr. Andrew Laster, MD

    Specialties*
    • Rheumatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 45 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1669428488
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Duke University Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • The Johns Hopkins Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • The Johns Hopkins Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Andrew Laster, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Laster is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Laster works at Arthritis & Osteoporosis Consultants Of The Carolinas in Charlotte, NC. View the full address on Dr. Laster’s profile.

    Dr. Laster has seen patients for Osteoporosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Laster on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    39 patients have reviewed Dr. Laster. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Laster.

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