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Dr. Robert Laughlin, MD

Pulmonary Disease
4.1 (33)
Map Pin Small Bakersfield, CA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Robert Laughlin, MD

Dr. Robert Laughlin, MD is a Pulmonologist in Bakersfield, CA. They specialize in Pulmonary Disease, has 44 years of experience, and is board certified in Internal Medicine. They graduated from University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center, University Of The East and is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital and Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. Dr. Laughlin, completed a residency at Usc University Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Laughlin an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Laughlin works at Practice in Bakersfield, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Shortness of Breath, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and Sleep Apnea along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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. Laughlin's Office Locations

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    3838 San Dimas St Ste A250, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (661) 323-5300
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    Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
    420 34th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (661) 327-1792

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  • Adventist Health Bakersfield
  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
  • Ridgecrest Regional Hospital

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    4.1
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    About Dr. Robert Laughlin, MD

    Specialties
    • Pulmonary Disease
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    Years of Experience
    • 44 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1548209711
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Va Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Usc University Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • University of Kansas Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center, University Of The East
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    Board Certifications
    • Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
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    Dr. Laughlin has seen patients for Shortness of Breath, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and Sleep Apnea, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Laughlin on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    33 patients have reviewed Dr. Laughlin. 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. Laughlin.

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