Dr. Laura CaldwellMD, ABEM, ABLM

Preventive Medicine

at LifeSpan Medicine — Santa Monica, CA

About

Laura Caldwell, MD, ABEM, ABLM holds a summa cum laude degree from Wellesley College and earned her MD from the University of Vermont College of Medicine. She completed her residency at Yale University. She holds dual board certification in Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, a pairing that reflects her broad clinical range and commitment to both acute care and long-term health optimization.

Before medicine, Dr. Caldwell worked at ABC's World News Tonight and at strategy consulting firm Bain and Company. Those experiences sharpened her ability to synthesize complex information and apply systems-level thinking to patient care. She brings decades of experience in precision medicine, advanced biomarker analysis, and genetic screening. S. hospitals and internationally renowned specialists on complex and rare conditions.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

Wellesley College, summa cum laude

Medical School

University of Vermont College of Medicine, MD

Residency

Yale University

Certifications

Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine

Who is Dr. Caldwell right for?

Dr. Caldwell is a strong fit for executives and high-performers seeking precision-driven preventive care. Patients with complex or rare conditions benefit from her broad clinical range and systems-level thinking. Her expertise in advanced biomarker analysis and genetic screening suits those who want detailed insight into their health. Adults focused on long-term optimization find her dual board certifications particularly relevant.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Caldwell focuses on executive health, functional medicine, and preventive medicine. She brings expertise in precision medicine, advanced biomarker analysis, and genetic screening. Her dual board certifications in Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine give her a broad clinical range, from acute care to long-term health optimization.

Yes. Dr. Caldwell holds dual board certification in Emergency Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. This combination reflects her experience across both acute and preventive clinical settings.

Dr. Caldwell earned her MD from the University of Vermont College of Medicine and completed her residency at Yale University. She also graduated summa cum laude from Wellesley College.

Before medicine, Dr. Caldwell worked at ABC's World News Tonight and at Bain and Company. Those roles sharpened her ability to synthesize complex information and apply systems-level thinking to patient care. That background directly informs how she approaches complex and rare conditions.

Dr. Caldwell sees executives, high-performers, and individuals with complex health concerns. Patients seeking detailed genetic screening and advanced biomarker analysis fit well with her clinical approach. She also works with patients navigating complex or rare conditions in collaboration with internationally renowned specialists.

Yes. Dr. Caldwell incorporates advanced biomarker analysis and genetic screening into her work with patients. This allows her to tailor preventive strategies to each individual's specific health profile and long-term goals.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026