Dr. Laurel Helene Desnick MD
Internist
Uwmc-Roosevelt 4245 Roosevelt Way N Seattle WA, 98105About
Dr. Laurel Desnick is an internist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Desnick specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Desnick provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
University of Washington School of Medicine 1996
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
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