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Taylor LaFlam, MD, PhD

He | Him | HisPediatric Rheumatology
Pediatric Rheumatology Mission Bay
877-822-4453
Portrait of Taylor LaFlam
Portrait of Taylor LaFlam
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Taylor LaFlam, MD, PhD

He | Him | HisPediatric Rheumatology
Pediatric Rheumatology Mission Bay
877-822-4453
  • Accepting new patients
  • Telehealth visits

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About me

Dr. Taylor LaFlam is a pediatric rheumatologist, a specialist in caring for children with rheumatic diseases (autoimmune or inflammatory conditions involving the joints, muscles or connective tissues), such as juvenile idiopathic arthritis and lupus.

In his research, LaFlam studies immune system regulation and how it goes awry in autoimmune diseases. He has a particular focus on lupus.

LaFlam earned his medical degree and a doctorate in biomedical sciences at UCSF, where he also completed a residency in pediatrics and a fellowship in pediatric rheumatology.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Pediatric Rheumatology, American Board of Pediatrics
  • Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics

Residency

  • Pediatrics, UCSF School of Medicine -GME

Internship

  • Pediatrics, University of CA at San Francisco School of Med

Degree

  • MD, UCSF School of Medicine

Academic Title

  • Adjunct Professor

My expertise

Locations

    My research

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