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Dr. John Lafata, DO

Internal Medicine* Age 63
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Dr. John Lafata, DO is an Internist in Clyde, NC.
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Dr. John Lafata, DO

Internal Medicine* Age 63
Clyde, NC
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34 years of experience
Dr. John Lafata, DO is an Internist in Clyde, NC.

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Dr. Lafata graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1990 and completed a residency at Tripler Army Medical Center.Dr. John Lafata, DO is an Internist in Clyde, NC and has 34 years experience. Dr. Lafata currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center. Dr. Lafata has experience treating conditions like Muscle Spasm, Muscle Cramping and Pharyngitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lafata received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Dr. Lafata's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Lafata is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Muscle Spasm
Muscle Cramping
Pharyngitis
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Cramping
Pharyngitis
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Cramping
Pharyngitis
Joint Pain
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Constipation
Tonsillitis
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Foot Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Limb Pain
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Secondary Hypertension
Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Alkalosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
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Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Atony
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Cervicitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Coccygeal Pain
Common Cold
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Cryptococcosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
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Diabetic Polyneuropathy
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Food Poisoning
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Genital Herpes
Gout
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Hair Loss
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
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Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Motion Sickness
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Muscle Strain
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sciatica
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
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Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Spermatocele
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
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Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Diabetes Counseling
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Wellness Examination

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Locations

  1. 1 Mountain Medical Associates
    600 Hospital Dr Ste 9, Clyde, NC 28721
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  2. 2 Silver Bluff Inc
    100 Silver Bluff Dr, Canton, NC 28716
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Apr 10, 2019
I moved to Lake Junaluska from Savannah, Georgia and need an internist. I researched Dr. Lafata and liked what I read. He spent over 40 minutes with me reviewing my medical history. Even the wait was very short, less than 10 minutes.
— Apr 10, 2019
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Fitzsimons Army Medical Center
    1991
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Tripler Army Medical Center
    1994
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Lafata, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lafata's profile.

Dr. Lafata frequently treats the following conditions: Muscle Spasm, Muscle Cramping and Pharyngitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Lafata, DO is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Harris Regional Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Lafata, DO holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC

  • Harris Regional Hospital

    68 Hospital Rd, Sylva, NC

  • Haywood Regional Medical Center

    262 Leroy George Dr, Clyde, NC