Dr. Laura Hanson

Laura Hanson, MD, MPH

Professor
Division of Geriatric Medicine
Associate Director of the Fellowship Program
School of Medicine
Co-Director, UNC Palliative Care Program
Clinical Interests
Geriatric medicine, palliative medicine, long-term care
Research Summary
Dr. Laura Hanson is a clinical geriatrician and palliative care physician with training in epidemiology and health services research. She conducts funded research on end-of-life decision making, with a special focus on geriatric and nursing home populations.