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Dr. Lawrence Layfer, MD

Dr. Lawrence Layfer, MD

Rheumatology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Layfer, MD is a rheumatologist in Skokie, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Glenbrook Hospital and Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 3 reviews 5 Star Rating (3 reviews)

Practice

9650 Gross Point Rd Ste 3900 Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 677-0215

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Layfer specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Rheumatology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. Lawrence Layfer, MD is a rheumatologist in Skokie, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush Medical College in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Glenbrook Hospital and Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Rheumatology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Rush Mc

    Residency Hospital, 1979

  • Rush University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1978

  • Rush Presby St Luke's M C

    Residency Hospital, 1977

  • Rush Medical College

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Rheumatology
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Locations

Practice

Northshore University Division of Rheumatology9650 Gross Point Rd Ste 3900 Skokie, IL 60076
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Glenbrook Hospital

    2100 Pfingsten Rd
    Glenview, IL 60026
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

  • Northshore University Healthsystem Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60201
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Skokie Hospital

    9600 Gross Point Rd
    Skokie, IL 60076
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards
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