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Summary
Dr. Lawrence Purpura is an internal medicine physician who specializes in infectious disease, bringing 14 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and focuses primarily on treating patients with complex infectious conditions. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care that addresses both general internal medicine needs and specialized infectious disease management.
Dr. Purpura practices at multiple locations throughout New York, including NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center. He has particular expertise in treating HIV infections, including both adult and pediatric cases as well as acute HIV infections. His clinical skills include performing specialized blood tests such as CD4-CD8 ratio assessments and complete blood counts to monitor patient health and treatment progress.
Dr. Purpura practices at multiple locations throughout New York, including NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center and NewYork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center. He has particular expertise in treating HIV infections, including both adult and pediatric cases as well as acute HIV infections. His clinical skills include performing specialized blood tests such as CD4-CD8 ratio assessments and complete blood counts to monitor patient health and treatment progress.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 14 years of experience
- 12 insurance plans accepted
- Tulane University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 7 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Lawrence James Purpura has 7 locationsColumbia University Medical Center Internal Medicine
180 FORT WASHINGTON AVE STE 234NEW YORK, NY 10032 Tel: (212) 305-1020
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Newyork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center
525 E 68th StNew York, NY 10065 Tel: (212) 746-5454
Cuimc Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic
622 W 168th StNew York, NY 10032 Tel: (212) 305-7185
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center
630 W 168th StNew York, NY 10032 Tel: (212) 305-2500
New York Presbyterian Alexandra Cohen Hospital For Women And Newborns
1283 York Ave Fl 12New York, NY 10065 Tel: (212) 746-5454
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| Dr. Lawrence James Purpura, MD | Dr. Thomas J Camisa, MD | Mona M Aboulnaja, NP | Dr. Justine Goldberg, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 14 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English, Hebrew | ||
| NEW YORK , NY | Eastchester , NY | New York , NY | JAMAICA , NY |
| Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine | Med School: Universita Degli Studi Di Bologna | Med School: Saba University School Of Medicine | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence James Purpura
Medical Specialties
Dr. Lawrence James Purpura has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Lawrence James Purpura has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Tulane University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2012
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- Dr. Lawrence Purpura's office is located at 180 FORT WASHINGTON AVE STE 234, NEW YORK, NY, 10032.
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