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Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD
4.7 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD is an Internist in Lake Charles, LA.
Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD
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Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 47
Lake Charles, LA
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21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD is an Internist in Lake Charles, LA.

About

Dr. Lafuria graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine. Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD is an Internist in Lake Charles, LA and has 21 years experience. Dr. Lafuria currently practices at Memorial Internal Medicine - 3rd Avenue and are affiliated with CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital and Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Dr. Lafuria has experience treating conditions like Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Leukocytopenia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lafuria received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Lafuria's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Lafuria is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Leukocytopenia
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Leukocytopenia
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Constipation
Joint Pain
Immunization Administration
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Common Cold
Dehydration
Fever
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Foot Infection
Limb Pain
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Rhabdomyolysis
Sebaceous Cysts
Secondary Hypertension
Shortness of Breath
Throat Pain
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bird Flu
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Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Boil
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bunion
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Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Cold Sore
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Cyclothymia (Chronic Mood Disorder)
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Diverticulitis
Diverticulosis
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Dysentery
Dyshydrotic Eczema
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Excessive Sweating
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
High Cholesterol
Hives
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Interstitial Cystitis
Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Kidney Infection
Lactose Intolerance
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Loss of Voice or Hoarse Voice
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Menstrual Migraine
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
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
Osteomalacia
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pharyngitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy, Poison Oak, or Poison Sumac Poisoning
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polymyositis
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postherpetic Neuralgia
Prostatitis
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Sunburn
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Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Syphilis Infections
Tension Headache
Testicular Dysfunction
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trichomoniasis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin A Deficiency
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Allergy Shots
Allergy Skin Testing
Breath Testing
Diabetes Counseling
Joint Injection
Physical Examination
Smoking Cessation Counseling
Vaccination

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  • Golden Rule
  • Medicaid
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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Cigna
  • POMCO Group
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • HealthSmart
  • United Healthcare
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Assurant Health
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Internal Medicine Clinic
    2770 3rd Ave Ste 300, Lake Charles, LA 70601

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lafuria
4.7
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (16)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (1)

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Aug 19, 2024
I highly recommend this dr he is the best dr if have ever seen The office staff is amazing Hardly any wait time The best ever
Detra Ceasar — Aug 19, 2024
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
    2003
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lafuria's profile.

Dr. Lafuria frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Upper Respiratory Infection, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) and Leukocytopenia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD is affiliated with CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital and Lake Charles Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Mark Lafuria, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • CHRISTUS Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital

    524 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr, Lake Charles, LA

  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

    1701 Oak Park Blvd, Lake Charles, LA