As an adolescent medicine sub-specialist, Laura Kester Prakash is deeply passionate about the care and health of her adolescent and young adult patients. Adolescence is a period of substantial physical, psychological, cognitive, and moral development. During this time of significant transition where young people grow, discover, and experience new and exciting, and also face very challenging experiences, Laura Kester Prakash believes in developing personalized care plans that are tailored to her patients’ physical, psychological, social, and developmental needs. Laura Kester Prakash is dedicated to working with her patients to ensure they are building health behaviors that promote them transitioning into thriving and resilient young adults.
Associate Professor
Assistant Professor
Division Chief, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Adolescent Medicine
Clinical Professor
Director of K-12 Clinical Outreach Curriculum
Associate Director, Pediatric Residency Program
For academic or faculty-related questions, e.g., information about the adolescent medicine fellowship or our research activities, please call our academic office phone number.
For referring physicians, please call our patient referrals phone number for assistance with adolescent medicine services.
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