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Laura Culp Foster, MD
Laura Culp Foster, MD
Conditions and Treatments
- Hematuria (Adult)
- Urinary Tract Infection/Inflammation
- Bladder Cancer
Conditions and Treatments
- Bladder Sling
- Artificial Sphincter
- Circumcision (Pediatric)
- Botulinum Toxin (Botox)
- Cancer Surgery
- High-Energy Transurethral Microwave Thermotherapy
- Vagina Reconstruction and Repair
- Circumcision (Adult)
- Hydrocelectomy
- Interstim™ Bladder Pacemaker Device
- Partial Nephrectomy
- Prostate Cancer Surgery
- Transurethral Resection
- Variococelectomy
- Hematuria (Adult)
- Bladder Neck Contracture
- Enlarged Prostate
- Hydrocele (Adult)
- Kidney Cancer
- Male Incontinence
- Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
- Peyronie's Disease
- Stone Disease/Obstruction
- Urethral Diverticulum
- Varicocele (Adult)
- Urinary Incontinence
- Lithotripsy
- Penile Curvature Correction
- Reconstructive Surgery
- Ureteral Repair/Reimplant
- Vasectomy
- Urinary Tract Infection/Inflammation
- Bladder Stones
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Hypogonadism
- Kidney Stones (Adult)
- Male Infertility
- Pelvic Organ/Floor Prolapse
- Phimosis
- Testicular Cancer
- Urethral Stricture
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
- Voiding Dysfunction (Pediatric)
- Mesh
- Penile Implant/Prosthesis
- Undescended Testicles Repair
- Urethroplasty
- Vaginal Sling
- Bladder Cancer
- Elevated PSA
- Hamatospermia
- Interstitial Cystyisit/Painful Bladder Syndrome
- Low Testosterone
- Overactive Bladder
- Penile Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Ureteral Stricture
- Urinary Retention
- Testicular Pain
Ratings and Reviews
4.895 Ratings 54 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.7 |
| Cared about me | 4.8 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.8 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.7 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- January 29, 2023 She addresses my concerns and reviews any other issues I have.
- January 26, 2023 excellent and compassionate doctor
- January 25, 2023 Listened to my questions and concerns
- January 5, 2023 Dr Foster has been very helpful and professional in helping with the medical condition and how to live with it.
- January 4, 2023 Dr Foster was honest and clear with her diagnosis and care plan.
- December 20, 2022 Laura foster is a great doctor I don't want any one else she is the best I have ever had
- December 16, 2022 I was very pleased.
- December 14, 2022 Lack of personality
- November 22, 2022 Dr Foster is very thorough and helps to answer any questions we have along with suggestions on how to handle issues as they occur. Very satisfied with her care.
- November 9, 2022 Dr. Foster very good physician knowledgeable explains everything good
- November 5, 2022 Felt Dr Foster was very knowledgeable and understanding of my condition
- November 2, 2022 Dr. Foster seems competent and has improved my condition. She seems hurried and not too familiar with my record.
- October 29, 2022 I feel like I am getting the very best care I can, but upset that Wake Forest network is out of network for my insurance and therefore my visits cost me more out of pocket.
- October 27, 2022 I would recommend dr.foster to anyone
- October 15, 2022 Very professional, friendly
- October 9, 2022 She is caring, she is just great.
- September 21, 2022 She is an excellent Dr. who is quick and thorough.
- September 18, 2022 Dr Foster went above what was expected to take care of me. She arrange for my procedure to take place closer to home. I appreciate her efforts
- September 17, 2022 She is the best doctor ever
- September 10, 2022 She is a wonderful doctor. I feel like she explains everything and answers all my questions/concerns.
- August 31, 2022 Dr. Foster is competent and knowledgeable. She listens to me and seems genuinely concerned and compassionate. I like her very much.
- August 26, 2022 Very easy to talk with. Makes you comfortable and listens to you and answers your questions. Super Doctor!
- August 25, 2022 Dr. Foster is an amazing doctor. She listens to me, as a person not just a ???patient??. Dr. Foster and her staff are amazing as well! I would suggest Dr. Foster to anyone that is in need of a urologist.
- August 4, 2022 I am sure Dr, Foster is a skilled physician. She was very direct & when I wanted to add something about myself she responded ??? I know I??ve read your chart. So was she interested in me. or. my chart?
- July 31, 2022 Dr. L Foster was excellent. She asked the right questions and ordered the results of scans from other hospitals and providers for study. Although an immediate solution was not found she promised to examine all records and find a provider that could effectively help my situation.
- July 29, 2022 Great explained everything put me at ease and is getting me on the road to being me again .thanks doc.
- July 26, 2022 Competent and professional.
- July 24, 2022 Very pleasant and professional
- July 23, 2022 Dr. Foster provided excellent care of me by listening to my needs and concerns and by providing tests and recommendations to asses my condition. She also has recommended Axonics Therapy which I am excited about pursuing. The help I received from her is life changing for me. The D-Mannose and Cystex she instructed me to take are helping as they have lessened my urgency and the prescription for Nystatin powder has helped my skin immensely to heal from yeast infections. Sending her my deepest Thanks!
- July 16, 2022 Incredibly rude, no bedside manner, belittling to me. I left the office in extreme pain from a procedure she tried to do and completely humiliated because of her actions and how she spoke to me. 10/10 would not recommend.
- July 7, 2022 Dr. Foster is great!!!
- July 4, 2022 Dr. Laura Foster explained my condition to me where I understood.
- June 21, 2022 Dr Foster is the best around. She cares about her patients
- June 11, 2022 Listened to my concerns. Explained everything I needed to know. Not as friendly as she could have been.
- May 23, 2022 Dr. Foster was rude, abrasive, condescending and did not take the time to listen to my concerns. After reading her reviews, I now know that it wasn??t an isolated situation. She lacks compassion and empathy. I came to this office because it was closer to my home and still part of Atrium, but she automatically assumed I was coming in for a second opinion and came off very abrasive. I have never felt so horrible after a doctor visit as I did for this appointment. She did offer suggestions of things to try, which I will do. I??m sad that this was such an awful experience.
- May 12, 2022 Dr. Foster has a bedside manner that creates a relaxing atmosphere for discussing my health care. I appreciate that.
- May 12, 2022 I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Foster. I was seen in her office in a very timely manner where I was treated with great care. She is a great doctor and her bedside manner is wonderful. I would recommend her to anyone.
- May 7, 2022 Dr. Foster is the BEST physician I have ever had. She aggressively worked through my on-going problems and came up with a daily regimen to get me back to better health. She also has gone above and beyond by calling me once during her weekend. Something that has not happened in years. Excellent doctor.
- May 2, 2022 Dr foster was great she made me feel very comfortable with my surgery. I was ver confident that she was the best person to do my procedure.
- May 1, 2022 Dr. Foster is competent and decisive. I feel she is overbooked and pushed to treat too many patients in her time in North Wilkesboro.
- April 23, 2022 Very knowledgable, and hard working. Investigates every possible avenue of patient care. Concerned about improving the quality of life for her patients.
- April 12, 2022 Excelente m?dico y profesional dios la bendiga siempre
- April 12, 2022 Dr. Foster Is very knowledgeable about her field of expertise. She is kind and cares about my health. I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing a urologist.
- April 4, 2022 Dr foster is a great doctor. She has taken the time to listen to my concerns and is always open to ideas on how to treat the problem. I would recommend dr foster to anyone
- April 2, 2022 FANTASTIC!!!!!
- April 2, 2022 Dr Foster is always concerned , caring and compassionate. She listens carefully to my history , asks pertinent questions, shows me on a kidney diagram my issue, and treats appropriately. I highly recommend her.
- March 30, 2022 The best!
- March 29, 2022 Friendly. Listens. Explains problem and ways to help.
- March 29, 2022 My visit was on time. Receptions was helpful and nurse was very friendly and good. Liked Dr. Foster
- March 26, 2022 Very impressed with Dr. Foster, she obviously has the care of the patient and treatment plan as top priority during the visit. I am so relieved that I was able to see her and to know that she will be caring for me!
- March 12, 2022 Dr Foster is knowledgeable and compassionate. She is one of the best. She truly cares about her patients
- February 26, 2022 Dr. Foster is a caring doctor and a very very smart lady. I live in Winston and will still drive to Wilkesbore for her services and will continue until I can no longer make the trip. I have all the faith in her in making decisions on my health concerns.
- February 9, 2022 Dr. Foster Is very pleasant, knowledgeable and caring. I feel that she knows much about the health care she provides.
- February 8, 2022 Dr Foster was a very caring Dr! Listened to my needs and provided me with excellent care! Was very happy with my visit and results!
Locations
Credentials
Education
- MD, UNC-CH School of Medicine, 1996
Residency
- General Surgery, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 1997
- Urology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2001
Board Certifications
- American Board of Urology, Urology
Positions
- Physician - Wake Forest Health Network
- Assistant Professor, Urology
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Century-scale trends and seasonality in pH and temperature for shallow zones of the Bering Sea. Fietzke J, Ragazzola F, Halfar J, Dietze H, Foster LC, Hansteen TH, Eisenhauer A, Steneck RS. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. U.S.A. 2015 Mar; 112(10):2960-5.
- Phenotypic plasticity of coralline algae in a High CO2 world. Ragazzola F, Foster LC, Form AU, Büscher J, Hansteen TH, Fietzke J. . 2013 Sep; 3(10):3436-46.
- Surviving rapid climate change in the deep sea during the Paleogene hyperthermals. Foster LC, Schmidt DN, Thomas E, Arndt S, Ridgwell A. Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. U.S.A. 2013 Jun; 110(23):9273-6.
- Ocean acidification weakens the structural integrity of coralline algae. Ragazzola F, Foster LC, Form A, Anderson PS, Hansteen TH, Fietzke J. Glob Chang Biol. 2012 Sep; 18(9):2804-12.