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Summary
Dr. Laurence Hood specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and has been practicing for 29 years, bringing nearly three decades of clinical expertise to his patient care.
Dr. Hood is affiliated with several prominent healthcare facilities in Gainesville, Florida, including Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Shands Healthcare, and UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital. His practice locations span multiple sites throughout Gainesville, allowing him to serve patients across the community. As an internal medicine physician, he focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting adults, providing both routine preventive care and management of complex medical conditions.
Dr. Hood is affiliated with several prominent healthcare facilities in Gainesville, Florida, including Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Shands Healthcare, and UF Health Neuromedicine Hospital. His practice locations span multiple sites throughout Gainesville, allowing him to serve patients across the community. As an internal medicine physician, he focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting adults, providing both routine preventive care and management of complex medical conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 29 years of experience
- 3 insurance plans accepted
- University Of Florida College Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Laurence Chadwick Hood has 4 locationsUf Health Division Of General Internal Medicine
1329 Sw 16th St Ste 5140Gainesville, FL 32608Mon8:00 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
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 29 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Gainesville , FL | Saint Cloud , FL | Tampa , FL | Pompano Beach , FL |
| Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine | Med School: Ponce Health Sciences University | Med School: Ross School of Medicine | Med School: Univ of Pittsburgh School of Public Health: Master of Public Health, Health Policy Management |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laurence Chadwick Hood
Medical Specialties
Dr. Laurence Chadwick Hood has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Laurence Chadwick Hood has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. Laurence Chadwick Hood holds an expired medical license in the state of Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Florida College Of Medicine in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Hood's NPI number is 1730136920.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Laurence Hood's office located?
- Dr. Laurence Hood's office is located at 1601 Sw Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL, 32608.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laurence Hood?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Laurence Hood here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Laurence Hood affiliated with?
- Dr. Laurence Hood is affiliated with Malcom Randall Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Shands Healthcare, and Uf Health Neuromedicine Hospital.
- Does Dr. Laurence Hood accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Laurence Hood has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Laurence Hood accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Laurence Hood accepts on their Vitals profile.
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