About
Dr. Laura Anissian is a board-certified internist practicing in South Tampa with a focus on internal and preventive medicine. She earned dual undergraduate degrees from Emory University in Atlanta before completing her Doctorate of Medicine at Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2001. She trained at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University and finished her Internal Medicine residency at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, in 2006.
Dr. Anissian holds licensure in Florida and Oregon and earned a Top Doc recognition in Portland in 2023. She is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and The Menopause Society. She speaks English and Swedish and values clear, direct communication with every patient. Her guiding belief is that the body holds a remarkable capacity to heal, and she helps patients pursue that potential through evidence-based, sustainable lifestyle changes. Outside of medicine, she enjoys reading, exercise, travel, and time with family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Emory University, Atlanta, GA — B.S. Biological Anthropology, B.A. Biology, 1992
Medical School
Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden — Doctorate of Medicine, 2001
Residency
Internal Medicine, William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI, 2005-2006
Additional Training
Internship, McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, 2003-2004
Certifications
Languages
English, Swedish
Who is Dr. Anissian right for?
Dr. Anissian is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with deep expertise in internal and preventive medicine. Patients managing chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or type 2 diabetes benefit from her evidence-based approach. She works especially well with patients who value a long-term relationship with a physician who tailors care to their individual needs. Women navigating menopause-related health concerns will find her membership in The Menopause Society relevant. Swedish-speaking patients can communicate with her in their preferred language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Anissian specializes in internal and preventive medicine for adult patients. She manages chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Her preventive focus means she works with patients proactively to address health risks before they become serious problems.
Yes, Dr. Anissian holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden, and completed her residency at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan.
Dr. Anissian earned her Doctorate of Medicine at Karolinska Institutet in Stockholm, Sweden, in 2001. She completed an internship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, and finished her Internal Medicine residency at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, in 2006. Her undergraduate degrees come from Emory University in Atlanta.
Dr. Anissian uses evidence-based medicine to guide sustainable lifestyle changes. She believes that preventive care forms the foundation of long-term health and that the body has a strong capacity to heal. She tailors every care plan to the individual patient and emphasizes clear, direct communication throughout.
Yes, Dr. Anissian speaks both English and Swedish. Patients who prefer to communicate in Swedish can do so during appointments.
Dr. Anissian is a member of the American College of Physicians, the American Medical Association, and The Menopause Society. Her membership in The Menopause Society reflects a clinical interest in the health needs of women at midlife and beyond.
Yes. Dr. Anissian is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. This access is a standard part of her MDVIP membership and ensures patients can contact her for urgent concerns without waiting for the next business day.
Dr. Anissian is affiliated with HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital. Her South Tampa office also sits near a broad network of specialists, making referrals straightforward when patients need additional care.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026