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Dr. Andrew Laster, MD

Dr. Andrew Laster, MD

Rheumatology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Andrew Laster, MD is a rheumatologist in Charlotte, NC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Laster has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center and Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

1918 Randolph Rd Ste 600 Charlotte, NC 28207

Dr. Laster is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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Dr. Laster's Reviews

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3.5
42 ratings, 16 with a written review
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Been his patient for years. He is caring.
He is always well read about the drugs and the needs of his patients. WE in Charlotte are lcky to have aman of his caliber practicing in medicine, esp. paople like me who have autoimmune disease.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2024
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Excellent care. Caring staff. An exceptional doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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S. Williams – Jun 08, 2023
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I look forward to my appointments with dr laster. He is always kind and listens to my complaints. He has been my doctor for years and has worked miracles. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gaylord pender – May 24, 2022
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Direct, no personality but thorough and precise Comes to diagnosis and provide summary of results Couldn’t ask for more
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Dec 01, 2021
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I had several appointments with Dr. Laster over about 2 years. My RA was well under control when I started going to him. He was never very friendly, but I only had 2 appointments a year for about :15 minutes, so he didn't bother me too much. On my last visit, after waiting :30 minutes in the exam room, I asked him to have someone let me know if he was going to be that late again. He basically went off the deep end, yelling, typing into his computer furiously, and told me he didn't want me to come back. That was an easy decision. 0 stars. I definitely would NOT recommend Dr. Laster. He was condescending, pompous, and demeaning.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Suzanne – Nov 16, 2021
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I've been going to him since 2016. I could barely move when I went. I am in remission now due to him. He is one of the best Dr's I've ever had.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 21, 2021
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Dr. Laster is so thorough. He asked questions galore in arriving at a treatment. I frankly can’t believe some of these ratings. He is a professional, has a great sense of patient, is efficient and friendly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 16, 2021
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Dr. Laster seemed very nice. I have never had an in person visit. It was always telenet. I moved here from another state, where I already had my diagnosis and treatment plan in place. He agreed to keep the treatment plan since I had done so well, however after six months he decided to change it. Took me off the schedule without discussing it with me. The nurse called to tell me and I let her know I wasn't happy. I complained so much he did call but still would not listen. At this point I decided to find a different rheumatolgist.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 29, 2020
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Dr. Laster is working to help me get to the bottom of a possible autoimmune disorder. He has been very patient and kind, and never rushes me when I ask a lot of questions. I have seen him both in person and via telehealth, and both experiences were the same - great. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Diana R. – Oct 30, 2020
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Awful experience - rude and condescending - seems like a great personality disorder
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Charlotte , NC – Jun 01, 2019
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I’ve been seeing Dr. Laster for about 3years now. He is very knowledgeable about Arthritis (Rheumatoid and Osteo). He listens to my concerns as well as my whining! Since I’ve been going to AAOC my Rheumatoid Arthritis has been in remission for almost 2 years! From check in to check out, the entire staff is very friendly and professional. I never mind going to this office. I believe I’ve seen every PA that is there. I wouldn’t hesitate to see any of them. If you need a Rheumatologist, call him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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Best care ever.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Sondra Pettus in Davidson, NC – Mar 05, 2019
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One of the most uncomfortable & truly horrifying experiences I have ever had with a physician. Rude, dismissive, did not listen, and essentially said “let me give you some pills” and have a great day. Shameful for a specialty that requires patients to wait months for appointments sometimes. Just shameful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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B. Morris in Charlotte, NC – Jan 24, 2018
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Wonderful and considerate! Dr. Laster has helped me with my difficult issues for years and has always been very considerate and kind. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Wynne S. in Wingate, NC – Jan 17, 2017
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considerate and patient...took the time to listen..vary rare these days!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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riddell in charlotte nc – Dec 23, 2016
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Rude, late and taking calls while performing my exam.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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You Know it in Charlotte, NC – Mar 24, 2016
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Dr. Andrew Laster, MD is a rheumatologist in Charlotte, NC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Laster has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1979. He...read more
  • Rheumatology

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  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1981
  • Duke University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1981
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1980
  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
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Rheumatology
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    Arthritis & Osteoporosis1918 Randolph Rd Ste 600 Charlotte, NC 28207
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