Laura M. Dunne, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Primary Care, Family Medicine, Orthopedic Sports Medicine

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Overview

Languages spoken

  • English

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About

Philosophy of care

I believe the physician's role is to educate the patient. As the doctor, I do my best to gather information -- solve the puzzle of what is wrong, and why -- and then offer options for how best to solve the problem. Along the way, I educate the patient about their condition, what we can do about it and what to expect.

Why I entered medicine

I always enjoyed working with people, and I always liked and excelled in science. The natural combination was medicine. Since keeping people in sports and activities is a great way to help them stay healthy and happy, I chose sports medicine.

Community involvement

I am a recurrent speaker for First Strides, a supporter for many local soccer and other sports clubs, and an annual contributor of time, money and expertise for USA Hockey disabled sled hockey development camps.

Personal interests

I enjoy running, soccer, diving, hockey, all sports in general and Disney.

Education

Undergraduate
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Bachelor of Arts (BA), 1994

Medical School
St. Louis College of Physicians & Surgeons St. Louis, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1999

Training

Residency 2000
Family Medicine, St. John's Mercy Medical Center, Saint Louis, MO

Residency 2001
Family Medicine, St. John's Mercy Medical Center, Saint Louis, MO

Residency 2002
Family Medicine, St. John's Mercy Medical Center, Saint Louis, MO

Fellowship 2003
Sports Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

Certifications

American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine
American Board of Family Medicine - Sports Medicine

Publications & Clinical Trials