Dr. Laura Patel

Laura Patel's pre-medical school education began by earning a B.A. in Biology (cum laude) from Macalester College in Minnesota. While an undergraduate, she spent a semester studying Natural and Human Environment at the School for International Training in Kathmandu, Nepal. She has also studied several languages of the region, including Nepali, Gujarati, and Hindi.

She went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota Medical School, where she was recognized for demonstrating excellence in clinical care, leadership, compassion and dedication to service with a membership in the Gold Humanism Honor Society. She also achieved honors status in Internal Medicine in Pathology, Pathophysiology and Pharmacology.

Her extracurricular activities included her membership in a group recognizing and commemorating people who donated their bodies to science though music and poetry, and volunteering at Smiley’s Free Clinic, providing evaluation and treatment for indigent patients.

As an internal medicine resident here at UNC, she distinguished herself with the “Golden Boots” award, given by 3rd year medical residents to a 2nd year resident who demonstrates superior clinical judgment. She also received the Dr. David A. Ontjes Award for Excellence in Inpatient Clinical Care, given by medical school faculty to the resident in each class demonstrating outstanding inpatient clinical care performance.

Last updated 7/27/2008.