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Dr. John Lafata, DO

Dr. John Lafata, DO

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Lafata, DO is an internist in Clyde, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mission Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

600 Hospital Dr Ste 9 Clyde, NC 28721
(828) 452-0331

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lafata specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lafata's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lafata

4.6
9 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
11%
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I moved to Lake Junaluska from Savannah, Georgia and need an internist. I researched Dr. Lafata and liked what I read. He spent over 40 minutes with me reviewing my medical history. Even the wait was very short, less than 10 minutes.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Apr 10, 2019
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Excellent doctor, I have never had a doctor that called me personally at 8:00 at night. He is a great doctor that has worked diligently to get my blood sugar numbers in line and in normal ranges.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Wayne Hendrix in Waynesville, NC – Jun 03, 2016
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He is my Prinary Care physician and is the best doctor I've ever had bar none. Very good bedside manner, caring, takes time to explain treatment plan in terms a lay person can understand. I would 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
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
Bruce Yarrington in Waynesville, NC – Dec 27, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Lafata, DO is an internist in Clyde, NC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mission Hospital and Haywood Regional Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Tripler Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Fitzsimons Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Mountain Medical Associates600 Hospital Dr Ste 9 Clyde, NC 28721
1

Practice

Silver Bluff Inc100 Silver Bluff Dr Canton, NC 28716
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Haywood Regional Medical Center

    262 Leroy George Dr
    Clyde, NC 28721
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave
    Asheville, NC 28801
    Recipient of 69
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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