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Dr. Laura Altom, MD

Surgical Oncology*
4.1 (16)
Map Pin Small Cary, NC
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Laura Altom, MD

Dr. Laura Altom, MD is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in Cary, NC. They specialize in Surgical Oncology, has 16 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Rex Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Altom an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Altom works at North Carolina Surgery at Cary in Cary, NC with other offices in Holly Springs, NC. They frequently treat conditions like Proctoptosis, Rectal Prolapse and Intestinal Diverticulitis 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. Altom's Office Locations

  1. 1
    North Carolina Surgery at Cary
    1505 SW Cary Pkwy, Cary, NC 27511 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (919) 784-7874
  2. 2
    North Carolina Surgery at Holly Springs
    781 Avent Ferry Rd, Holly Springs, NC 27540 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (919) 784-7874

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  • Rex Hospital

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Rectal Prolapse
Intestinal Diverticulitis
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Colorectal Cancer
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ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Manometry
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Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
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Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
Abdominal Disorders
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Celiac Disease
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Esophagitis
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Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemophilia
Hepatitis C
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Intestinal Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Ischemic Colitis
Lung Cancer
Lymphoma, Large-Cell
Lymphosarcoma
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
Megacolon
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Reticulosarcoma
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
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Small Intestine Cancer
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Unexplained Weight Loss
Visceroptosis
Vitamin_Deficiency
Vomiting Disorders
Anal Cauterization
Cancer Screening
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colpopexy
Colporrhaphy
Colporrhaphy with Robotic Assist
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Destruction or Excision of Vaginal Lesions
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Gallbladder Scan
Gastroenterology Procedures
Hepatitis A Screening
Hepatitis B Virus Screening
Hepatitis C Virus Screening
Hepatitis Screening
Hernia Repair
Impedance Testing
Instrumental Diagnostic Evaluation for Dysphagia
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Liver Biopsy
Liver Function Test
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Oral Cancer Screening
pH Probe
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Proctosigmoidopexy with Robotic Assist
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Screening Colonoscopy
Skin Screenings
Sphincterotomy
VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    Specialties*
    • Surgical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 16 years of experience
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    NPI Number
    • 1144481409
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Ochsner Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • UAB Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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    Dr. Altom has seen patients for Proctoptosis, Rectal Prolapse and Intestinal Diverticulitis, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Altom on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Altom. The overall rating for this provider is 4.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Altom.

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