Summary

Dr. Tara Lagu is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 24 years of clinical experience to patient care. She earned her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in comprehensive internal medicine. Her expertise spans the full spectrum of adult healthcare, with particular focus on managing complex medical conditions in hospitalized patients. Dr. Lagu is fluent in English and provides care with extensive experience in treating adults with various medical needs.

Dr. Lagu practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, both located in Chicago, Illinois, and maintains an affiliation with Baystate Medical Center. She has developed particular expertise in managing kidney-related conditions, including treating patients with high potassium levels in the blood, acute kidney injury, and kidney transplant rejection. Her hospital medicine background allows her to coordinate comprehensive care for patients requiring inpatient treatment. Patients have rated Dr. Lagu 5.0 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in her clinical skills and bedside manner.
Read More Read less

AI-generated from data on this provider profile.

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Tara Catherine Lagu has 3 locations

Northwestern Memorial Hospital

251 E Huron St Feinberg Pavilion, Ste 16-738Chicago, IL 60611

Jesse Brown Va Medical Center

820 S Damen AveChicago, IL 60612

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Tara Catherine Lagu, MD
Dr. John Matera, MD
Dr. Brian Luc, MD
Dr. Vanessa Sohn, MD
Dr. Tara Catherine Lagu, MDDr. John Matera, MDDr. Brian Luc, MDDr. Vanessa Sohn, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
24 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILBlue Island , ILChicago , ILHarwood Heights , IL
Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tara Catherine Lagu

  • Humana

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tara Catherine Lagu has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tara Catherine Lagu has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Maine, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2002

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Tara Lagu affiliated with?
Dr. Tara Lagu is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Lagu?
You can find contact information for Dr. Tara Lagu here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Tara Lagu speak?
Dr. Tara Lagu speaks English.
Does Dr. Tara Lagu accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Tara Lagu has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Tara Lagu's office located?
Dr. Tara Lagu's office is located at 251 E Huron St Feinberg Pavilion, Ste 16-738, Chicago, IL, 60611.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.