Dr. Laura PraegerM.D.

Internal Medicine

at Specialists in Internal Medicine, P.A. — Plymouth, MN

About

Dr. Praeger holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics, a dual specialty known as Med/Peds. She trained at Wright State University and built more than 20 years of clinical experience, including a significant tenure at Allina Health in Minnesota. After a reflective pause in 2023, she returned to practice in January 2024, joining both the SIMPA and Executive Healthcare programs.

Dr. Praeger takes a holistic view of health, considering the interconnectedness of mind, body, emotion, and spirit. Her expertise spans primary care, chronic disease management, Functional Medicine, nutrition, and Mind/Body Medicine. She prioritizes clear communication, realistic health goals, and genuine patient empowerment. Outside the clinic, she balances her professional life with photography and time in nature. Her dedication to her family informs the compassionate, patient-centered care she brings to every visit.

Education & Training

Medical School

Wright State University

Conditions Treated

chronic disease

Who is Dr. Praeger right for?

Dr. Praeger serves adults and children, making her a practical choice for families who want a single physician managing care across generations. Patients navigating chronic conditions benefit from her functional medicine and Mind/Body Medicine expertise. She works well with individuals who want a collaborative physician, one who focuses on realistic goals and patient empowerment. Her holistic perspective suits patients who see physical health as inseparable from emotional and mental wellbeing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Praeger specializes in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. She also holds expertise in Functional Medicine, nutrition, Mind/Body Medicine, and chronic disease management. Her dual Med/Peds certification means she treats both adults and children.

Yes, Dr. Praeger accepts new patients through both SIMPA and Executive Healthcare. bz, or complete a new patient questionnaire to get started.

Yes. Dr. Praeger holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Pediatrics. She treats patients across all age groups, making her a strong fit for families seeking unified care under one roof.

Dr. Praeger approaches chronic disease through a holistic lens, considering the relationship between physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. She draws on Functional Medicine principles and emphasizes patient empowerment, clear communication, and realistic health goals.

Dr. Praeger trained at Wright State University. She went on to build over 20 years of clinical experience, including a significant period at Allina Health in Minnesota.

Dr. Praeger joined both SIMPA and Executive Healthcare in January 2024. She returned to active practice after a reflective hiatus in 2023 and now sees patients through both programs.

Yes. Nutrition and Mind/Body Medicine are core parts of Dr. Praeger's clinical toolkit. She integrates these alongside functional medicine principles to help patients pursue comprehensive, sustainable health improvements.

Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026