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Summary
Dr. Mercedes Laurencin treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and prediabetes, and has practiced family medicine, public health and general preventive medicine, emergency medicine, and hospice and palliative medicine for 44 years. She is affiliated with Watsonville Community Hospital and sees patients in Santa Cruz, California. She earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 44 years of experience
- 24 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Ucsf Medical Center
- 4 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Mercedes Grace Laurencin has 3 locationsLaurencin Personal Physicians
634 Frederick StSanta Cruz, CA 95062 Tel: (831) 421-9535
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
Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz
2900 Chanticleer AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065 Tel: (831) 477-2200
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| Dr. Mercedes Grace Laurencin, MD | Dr. Robert Tracy, DO | Dr. Michelle Simi, MD | Dr. David Byron, MD |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 44 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Santa Cruz , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Orinda , CA | Tuscon , AZ |
| Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Bradenton Campus | Med School: University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: Ben-Gurion University Of The Negev Faculty Of Health Sciences |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mercedes Grace Laurencin
Medical Specialties
Dr. Mercedes Grace Laurencin has the following 4 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Mercedes Grace Laurencin has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
44 Years Experience
Dr. Mercedes Grace Laurencin holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1982.
NPI Number
Dr. Laurencin's NPI number is 1750401055.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Mercedes Laurencin's office located?
- Dr. Mercedes Laurencin's office is located at 634 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062.
- What languages does Dr. Mercedes Laurencin speak?
- Dr. Mercedes Laurencin speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Mercedes Laurencin affiliated with?
- Dr. Mercedes Laurencin is affiliated with Watsonville Community Hospital.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mercedes Laurencin?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Mercedes Laurencin here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. Mercedes Laurencin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Mercedes Laurencin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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