Summary

Dr. Laura Ekka treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and practices internal medicine and pediatrics. She has 16 years of experience and is affiliated with WakeMed Cary Hospital. She sees patients in Garner and Cary, North Carolina.

Dr. Ekka earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of North Carolina Health System. She speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 16 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of North Carolina Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Laura Thorne Ekka has 2 locations

Wakemed Physician Practices Garner Primary Care

400 US 70 Hwy E Ste 202Garner, NC 27529
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Wakemed Cary Hospital

1900 Kildaire Farm RdCary, NC 27518

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura Thorne Ekka

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura Thorne Ekka has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura Thorne Ekka has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Dr. Laura Thorne Ekka holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

PositionStateYearStatus
Medical DoctorNorth Carolina2026Expired

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of North Carolina Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Ekka's NPI number is 1649599598.

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