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Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 52
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Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD is an Internist in Houston, TX.
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Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 52
Houston, TX
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23 years of experience
Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD is an Internist in Houston, TX.

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Dr. Lafuente graduated from Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine. Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD is an Internist in Houston, TX and has 23 years experience. Dr. Lafuente currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center. Dr. Lafuente has experience treating conditions like Dehydration among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lafuente received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. Lafuente's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Lafuente is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Dehydration
Tobacco Use Disorder
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Dehydration
Tobacco Use Disorder
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Dehydration
Tobacco Use Disorder
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Constipation
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Cachexia
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Common Cold
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Cystic Fibrosis
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fever
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Fibromyalgia
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Pointer
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Joint Pain
Kidney Infection
Lactose Intolerance
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Menstrual Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Spasm
Muscle Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nausea
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Neck Muscle Strain
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polyneuropathy
Proteinuria
Radiculopathy
Rash
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Rosacea
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Sarcoidosis
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sickle Cell Disease
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Tension Headache
Thrush
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Thyroid Goiter
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Yeast Infections
Immunization Administration

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Locations

  1. 1 Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 242-3000
  2. 2 Kindred Hospital Lima
    730 W Market St, Lima, OH 45801
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (419) 226-4310
  3. 3 Regional West Medical Center
    4021 Avenue B, Scottsbluff, NE 69361
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (308) 630-2920

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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Autonomous University of Guadalajara School of Medicine
    2001
Medical Education

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Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lafuente's profile.

Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD is affiliated with Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Michael Lafuente, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mercy Health-St. Rita's Medical Center

    730 W Market St, Lima, OH