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Laura E. Gift, D.O.

Laura E. Gift, D.O.

Family Medicine , Primary Care

4.9 out of 5 stars
UR Medicine Faculty The University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19 departments. URMFG is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
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Locations

Medical Associates of Penfield - Penfield

1835 Fairport Nine Mile Point Road, Suite 100, Eastside YMCA
Penfield, NY 14526

About Me

Dr. Gift received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Rochester. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. She completed her residency in family medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentist...
Dr. Gift received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Rochester. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, Pennsylvania. She completed her residency in family medicine at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry.

Dr. Gift strives to partner with her patients to provide compassionate and patient-centered care. Her special interests include women's health and caring for people of all ages, from newborn's to older adults.

Dr. Gift enjoys pilates, hiking, and being outdoors. She also likes to read mystery novels, listen to music, and travel with her husband.

Certified Specialties

Family Medicine - American Board of Family Medicine

Faculty Appointments

Assistant Professor of Clinical Family Medicine (Part-Time) - Department of Family Medicine (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Residency, Family Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2013 - 2015

Internship, Family Medicine, University of Rochester Medical Center. 2012 - 2013

Education

DO | Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. 2012

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

During this visit, did this provider spend enough time with you?

5.0 stars

During this visit, did this provider show respect for what you had to say?

4.9 stars

During this visit did this provider give you easy to understand information about these health questions or concerns?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider listen carefully to you?

5.0 stars

During this visit, did this provider explain things in a way that was easy to understand?

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

Dr Laura Gift is an excellent competent caring physician!!

Aug 31, 2024

I have been a patient of Dr. Gift and this office for quite some time and appreciate the care and attention I always receive from Dr. Gift and the entire staff.

Aug 15, 2024

Excellent

Aug 03, 2024

Dr. Gift always listens to my concerns and takes the time to explain any issues I may have. Very good doctor!

Jul 24, 2024

We adore Dr. Gift! She really takes the time to listen to mom & dad's concerns regarding [...], and had such a wonderful demeanor. An absolute breath of fresh air.

Jul 15, 2024

Dr. Gift was and continues to be such a wonderful provider to our twins.

Jul 14, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Gift is wonderful and knowledgeable

Jun 30, 2024

5.0 stars

I think Dr Gift is excellent..thoughtful caring and knowledgeable

Jun 28, 2024

5.0 stars

This provider was excellent! I would not hesitate seeing her again

Jun 25, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Gift is attentive, knowledgeable and proactive.

Jun 09, 2024

5.0

I always feel my care is well looked after

Jun 08, 2024

5.0

Keep up the great work!

Jun 07, 2024

5.0

I have always received excelent hep at this office whenever I use them

Jun 04, 2024

5.0

[...] It was great

Jun 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is not only kind and attentive, but incredibly smart and creative I always feel I am in the best hands with the best advocate for my health.

May 31, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift, [...] she goes above and beyond. I feel very safe, listened to, and cared for emotionally and medically.

May 31, 2024

5.0

I am very pleased with the care I receive from Dr Laura Gift.

May 30, 2024

5.0

I love Dr Gift

May 27, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is a great doctor who cares about you and asks questions about your medical issues. And she is kind.

May 22, 2024

5.0

I think highly of Dr. Gift and her staff.

May 22, 2024

5.0

Completely satisfied

May 19, 2024

5.0

All good.

May 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is great

May 01, 2024

5.0

She is very thorough, knowledgeable and respectful.

May 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is always caring and easy to talk with.

May 01, 2024

5.0

New provider, only second visit, I am getting comfortable with Dr. Gift and am very happy with her care.

Apr 29, 2024

5.0

My health care provider is excellent. She is genuinely interested in my health concerns.

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is wonderful!

Apr 22, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is always very thorough and thoughtful with me.

Apr 19, 2024

5.0

Excellent care.

Apr 19, 2024

5.0

Dr Gift is an excellent doctor and we are thrilled to have her as our primary.

Apr 18, 2024

5.0

Always listens and we discuss things easily about health, family life, work etc

Apr 16, 2024

5.0

Always very satisfied with the care I receive from this provider and associates

Apr 14, 2024

5.0

I love Dr Gift

Apr 11, 2024

5.0

I enjoyed my experience with Dr Gift and the nurse that prescreened me.

Apr 09, 2024

5.0

Provider was excellent

Apr 06, 2024

5.0

I always enjoy my visits - from the office staff, to the nurses, to Dr. Gift, and the check out staff.

Apr 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift nailed it. I love that she is a DO and is more down to earth than other providers I have seen.

Apr 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is the best doctor I've ever had.

Mar 29, 2024

5.0

All good

Mar 28, 2024

5.0

Excellent doctor and visit

Mar 26, 2024

5.0

I am very happy about starting care with Dr. Gift for myself and my baby due in May 2024. She shows genuine care for both of us, and I feel at ease discussing my medical needs.

Mar 25, 2024

5.0

Very satisfied with use of medications to treat my various medical issues and once test results show significant improvements to have the medications reduced or completely discontinued.

Mar 24, 2024

She is very bright, creative in her thinking, and articulate. Dr. Gift is a great listener.

Mar 16, 2024

5.0

Always cares & listens. Works toward solutions to better health.

Mar 15, 2024

5.0

I love coming to this office. Best group ever.

Mar 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift, Dr. German, nurse Janna is fantastic.

Mar 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is a wonderful Care Provider and I am very happy to have her as my physician.

Mar 15, 2024

5.0

Dr Gift is the best doctor I have ever had!I'm am fortunate to be under her care!

Mar 14, 2024

5.0

[...]. All good.

Mar 12, 2024

5.0

Everyone has always been wonderful to me.

Mar 12, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift is great! She always keeps me informed and interacts with me to get my opinion and concerns.

Mar 12, 2024

5.0

[...]. I am very happy with the doctor, medical staff, and office staff.

Mar 12, 2024

5.0

She my favorite doctor! Always cares, goes over all my medications and if they're working. Very caring

Mar 05, 2024

5.0

Keep Dr. Gift there! Never let her go!

Mar 05, 2024

5.0

Have always received very good care from the whole care team I have with the U of R

Mar 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift warmly treated me holistically & showed interest in my recent life changes.

Feb 15, 2024

5.0

[...] I left the office feeling as if I had been hugged.

Feb 15, 2024

5.0

Love Dr Gift. She is always very nice and concerned about me. She is always willing to listen and makes me very comfortable.

Feb 12, 2024

5.0

Care provider was excellent - she listened & was thorough.

Jan 17, 2024

5.0

Provider was accepting of my choices to decline some services and offered alternatives.

Jan 17, 2024

5.0

Dr Gift went above the call. She called me Saturday night to give me test results. I was extremely impressed with her..

Jan 11, 2024

5.0

Both Dr. Gift and Jeaane were wonderful

Jan 11, 2024

5.0

Upon Checking out Dr. Gift had asked Jeanne to get me an appointment for a ultrasound on my leg to check for a blood clot. It was 4:30 and places were closed however, she was able to get me the appointment. I was so thankful that I did not have to sit in emergency waiting to get one. She was pleasant and wonderful to work with..

Jan 11, 2024

5.0

Very good experience with Dr. Gift.

Jan 04, 2024

5.0

Dr. Gift listened and seemed genuinely concerned.

Dec 18, 2023

5.0

Doctor Gift and entire staff always give great service or care

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

Always happy with visits to this provider.

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

Dr, Gift is always familiar with my condition, meds, experience, and up to date with the latest test results, with a view as to whether to change or modify any treatment.

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

Have recommended Dr. Gift to my youngest son.

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

We are new to area and we are thrilled to have Dr Gift as our primary doctor. She is excellent !!!!

Dec 11, 2023

5.0

This provider is a excelent Doctor. I have the most respect for her and her knowledge

Dec 08, 2023

5.0

Very thorough provider.

Dec 06, 2023

5.0

I'm very satisfied with this provider.

Dec 06, 2023

5.0

Dr Gift is amazing

Dec 06, 2023

5.0

I appreciate the care during the visit and the doctor's follow up

Oct 05, 2023

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift and her staff are very attentive, polite and professional. Always a pleasant experience.

Sep 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is an awesome individual who always shows great interest in me and my health. I value her expertise and her charming personality. Dr. Gift is an asset to UR Medicine!

Sep 21, 2023

5.0

Excellent Dr. I am very lucky to have Dr. Gift as my primary health provider. Thank you.

Sep 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift provides excellent care.

Sep 21, 2023

5.0

I was very pleased w/ Dr. Gifts knowledge & services & professionalism.

Sep 19, 2023

5.0

Very thorough. Spent a lot of time with me. Very happy to have Dr. Gift as my provider.

Sep 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift provides through explanations so I can make informed decisions.

Sep 15, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift always guides me to specialists who provide the same quality of care she provides. As a senior with exposure to many - Dr. Gift is why I stay with URMC.

Sep 15, 2023

5.0

She's one of the best PCP I've ever had.

Sep 15, 2023

5.0

I continue to be very pleased with the care I receive from Dr. Gift.

Aug 31, 2023

5.0

I love Dr. Gift. She is patient, kind, knowledgeable, and thorough.

Aug 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift is a caring, friendly, and knowledgeable doctor. Her staff changes, but they are all professional, friendly, and show concern for any concern you address with them. Great office.

Aug 25, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift always goes through my medical history with me. She goes over the medication I take, inquires about how I feel, asks if I feel threatened, and inquires about all things that may affect my well-being. She is easy to talk to about anything and you feel her concern for your health. This office has been wonderful in all ways for me. The people working there are always cordial and answer any questions you may have. They greet you in a friendly and professional manner every time you are there. They are all great in my opinion.

Aug 25, 2023

5.0

Had a very thorough physical.

Aug 23, 2023

4.0

There was some confusion about whether I needed to fast for my blood tests. Dr. Had told me prior to appt. That I needed to fast and apparently I didn't. Everything was o.k. In the long run.

Aug 23, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is very thorough & kind and takes her time with her patients.

Aug 21, 2023

5.0

Very pleased with care for Dr. Gift. We as a family are lucky to have her care for us.

Aug 21, 2023

2.5

I was asked by my dr. office to schedule an appt. yet most of my concerns went unanswered the visit in my mind was a waste of my time -[...]

Jul 18, 2023

1.4

Active listening and validating.

Jul 17, 2023

1.4

I went to see the doctor for a migraine flare up that was quite acute. I have appreciated the care she has given in the past my experience is that I don't go in unless I am ready to take 1 or more prescriptions. I have a BSN in nursing I know that the last visit could have been the result of a hard day. I also know that we can not get better without feedback so it is in that spirit I share. I still have great respect for Dr. Gift. I felt unheard and my concerns dismissed and even my questions about the side effects of the medication I was taking were ignored. My husband was with me because of the severity of the migraine and he too noticed the seeming instance on certain prescription use and disregard for my concerns. I have great respect for Dr. Gift and at the same time I am looking for a new Doctor. I have liked to think that while we may have different preferred approaches to wellness there is mutual respect and willingness to hear and listen. In this case I did not feel heard [...] I did turn to alternative therapies: Chiropractor, massage, rehydration drink and the prescription medication my midwife (Strong Midwives) prescribed. It has made the most impact and most importantly it is where I felt the most heard, seen, and considered as a whole person. Thank you again.

Jul 17, 2023

5.0

All good.

Jul 13, 2023

5.0

Always a good experience and Dr. Gift is a favorite of mine.

Jun 28, 2023

5.0

I am a new patient of Dr. Gift and I am totally impressed with her and her care. You have a winner in Dr. Gift

Jun 27, 2023

5.0

Besides my initial meeting, the June visit was for a health issue and it is being treated with promptness, concern and with confidence

Jun 27, 2023

5.0

Totally responsive to all questions & issues.

Jun 13, 2023

5.0

[...] I feel well cared for.

Jun 13, 2023

5.0

[...]. Keep up the great work

Jun 06, 2023

5.0

Dr Gift is wonderful, staff is very helpful too

Jun 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is the best doctor I have ever had. She LISTENS. She and I have discussions about my health. She doesn't ignore or invalidate my health concerns! I am so lucky to have her as my doctor.

May 31, 2023

5.0

Was only my initial visit with dr. and staff - all positive.

May 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Gift has reached out to me for no reason but to see how I'm doing! I have never had a PCP do something like that kind of care and concern for their patients. I have recommended her services, now my whole family enjoy her services.

May 17, 2023

5.0

[...]. All is great at this time.

May 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is the best!

May 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Gift always meets my needs, effectively and pleasantly

May 16, 2023

5.0

[...]. I'm one very satisfied patient.

May 16, 2023

5.0

I have always had excellent care from Dr. Gift. She is always very helpful and pleasant.

May 15, 2023

5.0

[...] All good!

May 15, 2023

5.0

Am very pleased with care.

Apr 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is always ready to see me when needed & she or the nurse always answer any questions I may have if I send them through to.

Apr 20, 2023

5.0

The whole office is friendly & helpful. Love coming there.

Apr 20, 2023

5.0

I feel as though Dr. Gift knows me and my history very well.

Apr 19, 2023

5.0

IN addition to Dr Gift, her nurse Jenna deserves special recognition.

Apr 18, 2023

4.2

Dr Laura Gift is a excellent

Apr 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift provided excellent care.

Apr 05, 2023

5.0

Dr Gift is great. Always listens, never feel rushed -

Mar 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is the best Dr. I have ever had. She is thorough, kind, medically competent, truly cares and asks a lot of questions to ensure she has a clear understanding. She references previous notes and tests results during our visits and will then make a decision on the best path forward once she has the full picture of my overall health. I truly trust her and I plan on having her as my primary care as long as she and I are both around.

Mar 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift and the nurse [...] always make be feel well cared for. I trust them.

Feb 18, 2023

5.0

Dr Gift reach out right away regarding a message I sent through the portal and thought I should come in.

Feb 15, 2023

5.0

She is great, we are of similar age and life experiences (went to college together, although didn't know each other, both have young children...) so conversations go smoothly.

Feb 15, 2023

5.0

Dr gift is pleasant thoughtful and shows concern about my medical issues

Feb 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is such a good listener. Thorough and Supportive to help resolve medical issues!

Feb 03, 2023

5.0

Dr Laura Gift is the best primary care physician I have ever worked with.

Jan 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is an honest truly caring doctor.

Jan 20, 2023

Dr Gift is the best!

Jan 08, 2023

5.0

Very happy with my experience.

Jan 06, 2023

5.0

I had a great experience

Jan 06, 2023

5.0

Doctor Gift She went above the call to see me. I had been diagnosed with Covi9 and she made sure that she saw me in person..I am greatly appreciative of that

Jan 06, 2023

5.0

Everything is good.

Jan 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Gift is very helpful, patient and spends time listening.

Dec 19, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift has been great. She always follows up on everything and I feel she genuinely does everything possible to help me stay as healthy as possible.

Dec 17, 2022

5.0

[...]. Everything went very smoothly.

Dec 03, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift is always great!

Dec 03, 2022

5.0

The experience is fine

Nov 29, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift has given me a new pain med for arthritis at my request - we are trying it & increasing the dose as we go along to see if it works. We chat back & forth on My Chart as well & she always responds quickly. She has been very caring and kind to me as I have recently lost my husband.

Nov 15, 2022

5.0

All was great - thanks for not rushing during the visit

Nov 08, 2022

5.0

[...]. It was a great visit.

Nov 05, 2022

She is a very good communicator and understanding

Nov 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Laura Gift is my primary care physician and in my opinion she is the best. She is always prompt, respectful and attentive. On the rare occasion I have had to wait she always apologizes, recognizing that my time is valuable too. From my experience with doctors this is rare. She is that way in all of my interactions with her. She listens to my concerns, answers my questions and explains. I feel respected by her and that is important and vital to the patient - doctor relationship.

Oct 28, 2022

Dr. Laura Gift is an excellent provider, explains everything well and is a kind person.

Oct 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is an excellent doctor.

Oct 16, 2022

5.0

Good experience

Oct 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is a very compassionate and thorough physician

Oct 13, 2022

5.0

Move to Niagara Falls! <I live in the Falls now but continue to commute because I love Dr. Gift so much>

Oct 09, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is very caring, upbeat and knowledgeable. Very Intelligent doctor.

Oct 02, 2022

5.0

Dr Gift was very thorough

Sep 30, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift is a SUPERIOR doctor!!

Sep 22, 2022

5.0

I had an excellent experience [...]

Sep 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift handled a somewhat sensitive issue with professionalism and delicacy. She and her team follow through and are always there when I need them.

Sep 20, 2022

5.0

Really, Dr. Gift is great and I would like to refer people there but she is so good that she can't take any more patients!

Sep 12, 2022

5.0

[...] I am extremely pleased with my interaction with Dr. Gift and the staff.

Sep 12, 2022

5.0

[...] everyone was great.

Sep 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is amazing

Sep 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift is simply the best! She is not only thorough and detail oriented, but thoughtful and respectful! I always feel comfortable when speaking to Dr. Gift because she is such a positive person.

Sep 10, 2022

5.0

I always have a positive experience at Dr. Gift's office! No improvement necessary!

Sep 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift is a true asset to your group. I continue to be impressed with her. The nursing staff is awesome. I know they are working extra hard these days & remain under staffed.

Sep 09, 2022

5.0

This practice is well run. Wait times are short and the entire visit is handled efficiently. Maybe free donuts

Sep 02, 2022

5.0

Dr Gift and her PA, Doug, have always provided me with excellent care.

Aug 30, 2022

5.0

Please let her know again how much [...] appreciated her thoroughness and time spent going over everything! She's awesome!

Aug 30, 2022

5.0

Experience was excellent. [...]

Aug 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift, Kareen and Hailey in the receptionist area! All three went out of their way to help me.

Aug 23, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift is excellent and gives excellent personalized care.

Aug 15, 2022

Dr Gift is such a wonderful doctor. She is very available, and for this visit, I had tested positive for covid, and she was able to see me by telemedicine within 4 hours of my calling the office to request an appointment. And thus I was able to get the antiviral Paxlovid within the 5 days of symptoms

Aug 14, 2022

5.0

Faster communication when you leave a message on MyChart.

Aug 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is a wonderful communicator and truly listens. Makes you feel comfortable!!

Aug 12, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift is great

Aug 02, 2022

5.0

[...], everything went well

Aug 02, 2022

5.0

[...] my experience matched well with my expectations.

Jul 29, 2022

5.0

[...] I am receiving the best of everything as is.

Jun 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift, and her entire staff have been excellent!

Jun 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura E. Gift has been the most exceptional doctor in my entire life!

Jun 13, 2022

5.0

Please treat Dr. Gift with respect & consideration because I hope she practices in the Rochester area for as long I live. (Just a thought - not a response to her words.) Because Dr. Gift really cares about my health & welfare. I hope she stays here.

Jun 09, 2022

5.0

It was a positive experience overall

Jun 06, 2022

5.0

I am very satisfied with Dr. Gift and her team. Not a big fan of western medicine so I was very hesitant to trust a new Doc after mine retired. Too bad you can't clone this team. They are amazing

May 31, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is number one in my book! Sorry I can't remember all the staff at the desk that spoke with me on the phone so many times when I was so sick in September. I had many questions during the peak of the pandemic and they always took time for me in spite of how incredibly busy they were. Also I recently had P.T. With Sean Kelly. He is extraordinary. Very smart honest compassionate and encouraging.

May 31, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift and her team have renewed my faith in health care. [...]

May 31, 2022

5.0

It was a very smooth visit. My issues were addressed and referrals were met quickly.

May 25, 2022

5.0

Dr Gift Is professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and skillful. She is a good communicator and very personable.

May 15, 2022

5.0

Keep Dr. Laura Gift!

May 13, 2022

5.0

All are great! Dr. Gift is very attentive and thorough.

May 11, 2022

5.0

Dr Gift is awesome

Apr 24, 2022

5.0

Dr Gift is fantastic!

Apr 21, 2022

5.0

Nurse - Janna Hatfield - She is wonderful! Dr. Gift is a treasure.

Apr 14, 2022

5.0

[...]. I've never been taken care of so well. Every question I had was answered clearly, including emphasis on important facts I needed to pay attention to.

Apr 13, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura Gift has been the best doctor for me in my 63 years of life!

Apr 10, 2022

5.0

Am satisfied

Apr 08, 2022

5.0

All good.

Apr 05, 2022

5.0

Dr Gift is great.

Apr 05, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is the most patient dr. and listens to everything you have to say.

Mar 16, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift for her excellence both in medical consultation and social interaction during the visit

Mar 11, 2022

5.0

Laura Gift is a great provider!

Mar 09, 2022

5.0

Dr Gift spent 45 minutes with me, giving me so much time and attention which was incredibly helpful and comforting. I felt so well taken care of.

Feb 27, 2022

5.0

Excellent so far!

Feb 22, 2022

5.0

Dr. Laura E. Gift has been my BEST doctor in my whole life!

Feb 22, 2022

5.0

I don't remember their names, except Dr. But the ones I met with were wonderful! I am glad I'm one of Dr. Gift's patients now!

Feb 14, 2022

5.0

[...] It was my first visit and I was late because of traffic and finding the office, and they still let me be seen.

Feb 14, 2022

5.0

All good.

Feb 06, 2022

5.0

Dr. Gift is excellent.

Feb 06, 2022