Dr. Laura Marie Wake MD
Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
10 CENTER DR BETHESDA MD, 20892About
Dr. Laura Wake is a pathologist practicing in BETHESDA, MD. Dr. Wake is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Wake can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Wake may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.
Provider Details
Dr. Laura Marie Wake MD's Practice location
Dr. Laura Marie Wake MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- What is Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever?
Dengue fever is a more common and typical viral disease spread largely through the Aedes Aegypti mosquito and to some extent by the Aedes Albopictus mosquito. Initially rampant in more tropical and temperate countries, the disease gradually spread to other zones as populations started migrating to...
- Different Types of Physicians Explained
Doctors or physicians are categorized according to different factors including medical specialties and subspecialties. Most doctors specialize in a specific area of medicine. This article provides a summary of the different types of doctors in the medical field. AllergistsAllergists are also...
- Mononucleosis: Am I Contagious Throughout the Duration of My Condition?
Mononucleosis is a disease that is spread through the Epstein-Barr virus. Specific details about the virus is still unknown. This virus is known to exhibit fatigue in people, accompanied by an aching body, swollen lymph nodes, and fever. This disease is known to be spread through saliva and other...
- Everything You Need to Know About Biopsy Procedures
What is a biopsy?A biopsy is a medical procedure, which is mostly used in diagnosing cancer. In this procedure, a small tissue sample is taken from your body for a closer examination under the microscope. A biopsy is usually recommended by your doctor if initial tests in your body suggest an...
- What to Expect After a Biopsy
Biopsies may vary differently depending on the type and location of the tissues and how hard are they to obtain. The medical term used to describe such method is “invasiveness.” A less invasive procedure will, for example, take place in a doctor’s office the same day an abnormal tissue is...
- Alternative Treatments for Cholera
Alternative Treatments for CholeraCholera is one of the most dangerous infectious diseases around the world, occurring mostly in Africa and other areas with a similar climate. The infection is mostly found in areas with extraordinarily high populations and poor sanitation services.Cholera is caused...
Nearby Providers
- Mary SchumerG Washington University Washington DC 20037
- Mr. Eric Wargotz M.D.8118 Good Luck Rd Lanham MD 20706
- Dr. Chyi-chia Richard Lee M.D., PH.D.119 Autumn Wind Way Rockville MD 20850
- Dr. Larry Winfred Bryant DDS12200 Annapolis Rd Glenn Dale MD 20769
- Dr. Myong Ho Nam MD3300 Gallows Rd Falls Church VA 22042
- Dr. Yasmine Mona Hijazi M.D.14225 Newbrook Dr Chantilly VA 20151