Dr. Lawrence James Purpura III, MD

Dr. Lawrence Purpura is an internal medicine physician who specializes in infectious disease. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has practiced for 14 years, developing expertise in both primary care and the diagnosis and treatment of complex infections. His dual specialty allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of medical conditions while offering specialized knowledge in managing infectious diseases.

Dr. Purpura practices at multiple NewYork-Presbyterian locations throughout New York, including Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Weill Cornell Medical Center, and Allen Hospital. He treats patients experiencing chest pain and various chest-related problems. His infectious disease expertise makes him particularly skilled in diagnosing and managing conditions that may cause chest symptoms, ensuring patients receive accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.