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Dr. Laura Lafave, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
4.2 (14)
Map Pin Small Minneapolis, MN
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17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Laura Lafave, MD

Dr. Laura Lafave, MD is an Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Specialist in Minneapolis, MN. They specialize in Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS and is affiliated with Hennepin Healthcare.

Dr. Lafave works at Clinic & Specialty Center - Hennepin Healthcare in Minneapolis, MN with other offices in Golden Valley, MN. They frequently treat conditions like Diabetes Type 1, Diabetes Counseling and Thyroid Goiter along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Lafave's Office Locations

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    Hcmc Csc Pharmacy
    715 S 8th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (612) 873-6963
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    Golden Valley Clinic
    5653 Duluth St, Golden Valley, MN 55422 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (612) 873-6963

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    4.2
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    Oct 25, 2017
    It is difficult to schedule with Dr. Lafave, she is very popular! As the other reviewer stated, for Hashimoto's Disease, Dr. Lafave does not accept that food sensitivities and/or digestive issues are at all related to having an autoimmune disorder. She is however, willing to prescribe natural thyroid replacement hormones. Therefore if your thyroid issue is stable, you are only needing your annual prescription refilled, and you prefer to use natural thyroid hormones, use her!
    dogmom in Minneapolis, MN — Oct 25, 2017
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    About Dr. Laura Lafave, MD

    Specialties
    • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1750463030
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA / SAINT PAUL CAMPUS
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    Board Certifications
    • Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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    Dr. Lafave has an average wait time of Under 10 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Lafave has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Lafave has seen patients for Diabetes Type 1, Diabetes Counseling and Thyroid Goiter, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Lafave on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Lafave. The overall rating for this provider is 4.2. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Lafave.

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