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Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD

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Specializes in: Sports Medicine and Family Medicine
Professional interests include: memory disorders, cholesterol problems (lipid disorders), headache, and more.
311 West 24th Street
Erie, PA 16502

Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA specializing in sports medicine and family medicine. Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network.

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Office Locations

Allegheny Health Network

311 West 24th Street
Erie, PA 16502
(814) 454-4484
(814) 452-7828
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Some issues Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

  • Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
  • Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
  • Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
  • Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Heart Problems

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.

Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.

Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.

Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

  • Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
  • Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
  • Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
  • Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Impulse control and addiction disorders
  • Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

  • Genetic history
  • Chemical imbalances in the brain
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Substance use
  • Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
  • Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
  • Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

inpatient hospital care

In 2012, Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD performed more inpatient hospital care (for patient admitted to hospital) procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Pennsylvania.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 101

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 103
hospital care 47
inpatient care 47

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 32
Female 77
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 93
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 39
From 75 to 84 19
85 and over 12
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2013

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 35
Chronic Kidney Disease 24
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 26
Dementia 0
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 23
doctor visit 129
hospital care 43
inpatient care 43
preventive care 11
vaccines 11

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 44
Female 90
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 109
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 42
From 75 to 84 26
85 and over 13
Less than 65 53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2014

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 38
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 27
Dementia 0
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 15
doctor visit 124
hospital care 36
inpatient care 36

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 80
Female 162
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 188
Black 32
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 92
From 75 to 84 32
85 and over 34
Less than 65 84

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2015

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 26
Depression 35
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 17
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 18
Diabetes 26
Dementia 0
Cancer 9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, aspiration and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration 25
blood draw 19
doctor visit 149
hospital care 59
injections 25
inpatient care 59
preventive care 11
vaccines 11

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 49
Female 89
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 119
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 52
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 11
Less than 65 44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2016

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 47
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 27
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 25
Dementia 0
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 22
doctor visit 156
hospital care 34
inpatient care 34

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 41
Female 73
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 96
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 60
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2017

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 39
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 22
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 19
doctor visit 169
hospital care 44
inpatient care 44
preventive care 13
vaccines 13

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 42
Female 82
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 99
Black 0
Hispanic 11
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 56
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 31

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2018

Hypertension 59
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 27
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2019 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 11
doctor visit 164

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 39
Female 79
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 100
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 61
From 75 to 84 26
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2019

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 31
Dementia 11
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw 12
doctor visit 138
hospital care 78
inpatient care 78
preventive care 12
vaccines 12

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 39
Female 83
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 104
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 63
From 75 to 84 28
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2020

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 63
Stroke 11
Ischemic Heart Disease 35
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 28
Dementia 20
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 130
hospital care 42
inpatient care 42

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 54
Female 94
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 127
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 76
From 75 to 84 38
85 and over 12
Less than 65 22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2021

Hypertension 46
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 17
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 20
Dementia 13
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 146
hospital care 69
inpatient care 69
preventive care 12
vaccines 12

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Male 43
Female 83
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 110
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 68
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 11
Less than 65 16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD in 2022

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 15
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 32
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 29
Dementia 10
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Erie, PA were hospital care, inpatient care, aspiration and injections.

aspiration 25
blood draw 17
doctor visit 137
hospital care 50
injections 25
inpatient care 50
preventive care 11
vaccines 11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD.

Gender
Female 82
Male 42
Ethnicity
Black / African American 2
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 104
Hispanic 1
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Other 0
Age
85 and over 8
75 to 84 21
Less than 65 29
65 to 74 55

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 6
Osteoporosis 3
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 23
Atrial Fibrillation 12
Dementia 5
Cancer 7

Education & Training

She completed residency at UPMC Shadyside. She is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine - Sports Medicine American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine and has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Residency: UPMC Shadyside

Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine - Sports Medicine American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Allegheny Health Network

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Laura J. McIntosh, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Ferring Pharmaceuticals Inc. $208 EUFLEXXA
$208
BIOVENTUS LLC $123 Durolane
$123
Horizon Pharma plc $110 PENNSAID
$110
Flexion Therapeutics, Inc. $69 Zilretta
$69
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation $30 GARDASIL9
$30
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $541

Biography

Dr. Laura McIntosh works as a family medicine and sports medicine. Her areas of expertise include the following: heart problems, headache, and mental health issues. She is affiliated with Allegheny Health Network. Dr. McIntosh attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and subsequently trained at UPMC Shadyside for residency.

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