3.2
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Laura Hughes is a rheumatologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She earned her medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and completed her residency training at Carraway Methodist Medical Center. Dr. Hughes speaks English and focuses her practice on helping patients manage various rheumatic conditions.
She practices at East Alabama Rheumatology Center in Opelika, Alabama, and maintains affiliations with UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Highlands, and East Alabama Medical Center. Dr. Hughes treats patients experiencing joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy, hands-on manual therapy techniques, and strength training programs. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.
She practices at East Alabama Rheumatology Center in Opelika, Alabama, and maintains affiliations with UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB Highlands, and East Alabama Medical Center. Dr. Hughes treats patients experiencing joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens. Her treatment approach includes physical therapy, hands-on manual therapy techniques, and strength training programs. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- speaks English
- Carraway Methodist Medical Center
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
East Alabama Rheumatology Center
2000 Pepperell PkwyOpelika, AL 36801 Tel: (334) 528-6610
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English |
| Opelika , AL | Auburn , AL | Auburn , AL | Opelika , AL |
| Med School: University of Alabama at Birmingham | |||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Laura B. Hughes has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Laura B. Hughes has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Carraway Methodist Medical Center
Medical School
University of Alabama at Birmingham
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- Dr. Laura Hughes's office is located at 2000 Pepperell Pkwy, Opelika, AL, 36801.
- What languages does Dr. Laura Hughes speak?
- Dr. Laura Hughes speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Hughes affiliated with?
- Dr. Laura Hughes is affiliated with Uab Hospital Birmingham, Uab Highlands, and East Alabama Medical Center.
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