Dr. Laura Lafave, MD | Skokie, IL | Internist

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Dr. Laura Lafave treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension, and has practiced internal medicine for 37 years. She is affiliated with Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Glenbrook Hospital, and Highland Park Hospital. Dr. Lafave earned her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and sees patients in Skokie, Glenview, Highland Park, and Arlington Heights, Illinois. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lafave 4.06 out of 5.

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4.1

54 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English
Wayne State University School Of Medicine
16 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
4 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Female

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Lafave's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

54 Ratings with 16 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Had a good bedside manner: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Spent time with me: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (16) Did WellNeeds Improvement (6)
Flexible scheduling: (22) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr Laura LaFave is an excellent doctor. She makes you feel at ease and make time to listen to your problems regarding your health. She is very patient, caring and has a good bedside manner. She is very thorough, and explains things clearly. She answer her emails promptly. I am very happy to be my doctor.

June 11th, 2024

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If I could give negative stars, I would. This is a horrible doctor. My elderly mother went to her because her PCP retired. Dr. LaFave disregarded her complaints of not feeling well, and even after the blood and urine tests indicated a significant UTI, she did not treat it because my mom didn't have a burning when urinating or a fever. Needless to say, the UTI got worse, my mom started feeling really confused, had a car accident, and then fell and broke her hip. I don't know if she will ever recover. If only this doctor cared enough to listen to my mom's complaints and not tell her that you should expect to feel bad when you get old.

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August 12th, 2023

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Bad experience.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
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May 5th, 2022

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My husband and I have been going to Dr. Lafave for 25+ years. Very thorough and caring. Rely on her opinion and gives us good referrals when needed. Have recommended her to family members and friends.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 9th, 2018

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I have been going to Dr. LaFave for the last 4 years and she is a great Dr. takes her time and asks and answers questions.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 27th, 2017

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She saved my life by recommending an early mammogram for me which discovered Cancer

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 17th, 2017

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She has no idea what she's doing her bedside manner is beyond horrible. Also her and her staff are extremely rude and snotty.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

May 3rd, 2017

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I have been a patient of Dr. LaFave for many years. Dr. LaFave is the best doctor that I have ever had. Dr. LaFave really CARES about her patients and is a great doctor who really LISTENS to her patients. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend Dr. LaFave as a doctor to anyone!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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November 9th, 2016

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Awesome Experience!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Needs Improvement

November 7th, 2015

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Dr Lafave's office is the worst doctor's office I've ever been. I've gotten sick a few times this summer and every time I call her to ask what to do, she tells me to "wait it out" so eventually I become too ill to even come in and am forced to go to an emergency care service. Her staff is rude and unprofessional and I always leave the office upset.

Did Well

Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

September 22nd, 2015

Northshore Medical Group Skokie

9977 Woods Dr Ste 160Skokie, IL 60077

Tel: (847) 663-8350

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 - 5:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm

SunClosed

Glenbrook Hospital

2100 Pfingsten RdGlenview, IL 60026

Tel: (847) 657-5800

Highland Park Hospital

777 Park Ave WHighland Park, IL 60035

Tel: (847) 432-8000

Northwest Community Healthcare

800 W Central RdArlington Heights, IL 60005

Tel: (847) 618-1000

Skokie Hospital

9600 Gross Point RdSkokie, IL 60076

Tel: (847) 677-9600


Dr. Laura Lafave, MD	Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C	Dr. Brian Luc, MD	Dr. Augusto Guevara, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (54 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience		15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Skokie , IL	Mesquite , TX	Chicago , IL	Oak Park , IL
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine	Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc	Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
Alzheimer's Disease
Arthritis
Asthma
Atrial Fibrillation
Check-up
Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
Heartburn
Immunization
Nasal Allergy (Rhinitis)
Pediatrics
Physical
Vaccination
Weight Loss
Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Dr. Laura Lafave holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1989.

NPI Number

Dr. Lafave's NPI number is 1316921695.

John Flores
Infectious Disease
9 Years Exp | Chicago, IL
(0)
Salil Kalra
Critical Care Medicine
10 Years Exp | Arlington Heights, IL
(0)
Lillian Dasso Pierce
Diagnostic Radiology
| Berwyn, IL
(0)
Farheen Ali
Infectious Disease
32 Years Exp | Evanston, IL
(0)
Nurbek Mambetsariev
Allergy & Immunology
8 Years Exp | Chicago, IL
(0)
Wadchara Pumpradit
Infectious Disease
31 Years Exp | Evanston, IL
(0)
Nancy S Mhangami
Nurse Practitioner
| Arlington Heights, IL
(0)
Sarah Anne Glait
Infectious Disease
6 Years Exp | Chicago, IL
(0)
Julio Lam Salazar
Emergency Medicine
25 Years Exp | Chicago, IL
(0)
Adrienne E Knight
Anesthesiology
36 Years Exp | Chicago, IL
(0)

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Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Lafave affiliated with?: Dr. Laura Lafave is affiliated with Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital, Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, Glenbrook Hospital, and Highland Park Hospital.
Where is Dr. Laura Lafave's office located?: Dr. Laura Lafave's office is located at 9977 Woods Dr Ste 160, Skokie, IL, 60077.
What languages does Dr. Laura Lafave speak?: Dr. Laura Lafave speaks English.

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