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Dr. Lauren Nagashima-Whalen, MD

Dermatology*
3.9 (15)
Map Pin Small Athens, GA
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Lauren Nagashima-Whalen, MD

Dr. Lauren Nagashima-Whalen, MD is a Dermatologist in Athens, GA. They specialize in Dermatology, has 35 years of experience. They graduated from Case Western Reserve University and is affiliated with Wills Memorial Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Nagashima-Whalen an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Nagashima-Whalen works at Practice in Athens, GA. They frequently treat conditions like Psoriasis Vulgaris along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross 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. Nagashima-Whalen's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    728 COBB ST, Athens, GA 30606 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (706) 548-3019
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    Patrick D Retterbush MD LLC
    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 300A, Athens, GA 30606 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (706) 614-1750

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  • Wills Memorial Hospital

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Melanoma Screening
Mole Evaluation
Skin Tag Removal
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    Specialties*
    • Dermatology

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1033172382
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Case Western Reserve University
    Medical Education

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    Dr. Lauren Nagashima-Whalen, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Nagashima-Whalen is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Nagashima-Whalen works at Practice in Athens, GA. View the full address on Dr. Nagashima-Whalen’s profile.

    Dr. Nagashima-Whalen has seen patients for Psoriasis Vulgaris, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Nagashima-Whalen on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    15 patients have reviewed Dr. Nagashima-Whalen. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Nagashima-Whalen.

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