Summary

Dr. Robert Laughlin is a board-certified pulmonologist and internal medicine physician who has been caring for patients for 47 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of the East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at LAC USC Medical Center. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for both lung conditions and general internal medicine needs. Dr. Laughlin is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations in the Bakersfield community.

Dr. Laughlin practices at multiple locations throughout Bakersfield, California, with a primary affiliation at Bakersfield Heart Hospital. He specializes in treating sleep disorders, including sleep apnea in both adults and children, as well as obstructive sleep apnea. His expertise includes performing pulmonary function testing to evaluate lung capacity and breathing patterns, along with chest imaging studies such as chest X-rays and fluoroscopy to diagnose respiratory conditions. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Laughlin highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Lac Usc Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Lewis Laughlin has 5 locations

Premier Medical Associates Inc

3838 San Dimas St Ste A250Bakersfield, CA 93301
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Adventist Health Bakersfield

2615 Chester AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Bakersfield Heart Hospital

3001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Mercy Hospital Downtown

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

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Dr. Robert Lewis Laughlin, MDDr. Elva Mendoza Miranda, MDDr. Paula SamahaDr. Daniel Esteban Amaya
PulmonologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Tagalog, Spanish
Bakersfield , CABakersfield , CABakersfield , CABakersfield , CA
Med School: Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Lewis Laughlin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • GEHA
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • National Vision Administrators
  • QualCare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Well Sense Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Lewis Laughlin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Lewis Laughlin has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Robert Lewis Laughlin 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 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lac Usc Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center College Of Med in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Laughlin's NPI number is 1548209711.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Laughlin?
You can find contact information for Dr. Robert Laughlin here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Robert Laughlin speak?
Dr. Robert Laughlin speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Robert Laughlin's office located?
Dr. Robert Laughlin's office is located at 3838 San Dimas St Ste A250, Bakersfield, CA, 93301.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Laughlin affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Laughlin is affiliated with Bakersfield Heart Hospital.
Does Dr. Robert Laughlin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Laughlin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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