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Dr. Laura Martin, MD
Medical Genetics, Clinical Genetics (M.D.)
Urology
- Name
- Dr. Laura Martin, MD
- Specialty
- Medical Genetics, Clinical Genetics (M.D.)
- Location
- Tallahassee, FL
- Rating
- 5 / 5 (1 Google reviews)
Data source: NPPES NPI Registry · Google synced 5/9/2026
About Dr. Martin
Dr. Laura Martin, MD is a board-certified specialist in Medical and Clinical Genetics with a sub-specialty focus in urology, practicing in Tallahassee, FL. Her work bridges the gap between inherited disease and urologic conditions, offering patients a uniquely informed perspective on complex diagnoses. She evaluates patients whose urologic conditions may have a genetic basis, from hereditary kidney disorders to familial cancer syndromes. Her background allows her to coordinate care across genetics and urology in ways few clinicians can.
Patients see Dr. Laura Martin for a range of urological concerns. Common conditions include Polycystic Kidney Disease, Hereditary Renal Cell Carcinoma, Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract, Hereditary Bladder Cancer, Familial Nephrolithiasis, Alport Syndrome, Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome, and Inherited Nephrotic Syndrome. Many arrive after an initial workup from their primary care doctor, though self-referrals are also welcome.
Services at this practice include Genetic Risk Assessment, Hereditary Cancer Genetic Testing, Gene Panel Interpretation, Chromosomal Microarray Analysis, Renal Ultrasound Surveillance Coordination, Cystoscopy, Renal Biopsy Coordination, and Variant of Uncertain Significance Counseling. Dr. Laura Martin reviews all available options with patients before any procedure is scheduled. The aim is to ensure each person understands their diagnosis and the reasoning behind recommended treatment.
Urology Services in Tallahassee, FL
For patients in Tallahassee, FL seeking urological care, a consultation with Dr. Laura Martin is the starting point. The practice serves patients from across the Tallahassee area. Office contact details are listed on this page.
Specialty Overview
Dr. Martin specializes in the intersection of medical genetics and urology, focusing on conditions with a hereditary or genomic component. She works with patients who have inherited kidney diseases, familial urologic cancers, and congenital urologic abnormalities. Her dual training allows her to interpret genetic testing in the direct context of urologic care.
Conditions Treated
- ✓ Polycystic Kidney Disease
- ✓ Hereditary Renal Cell Carcinoma
- ✓ Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome
- ✓ Tuberous Sclerosis Complex
- ✓ Congenital Anomalies of the Kidney and Urinary Tract
- ✓ Hereditary Bladder Cancer
- ✓ Familial Nephrolithiasis
- ✓ Alport Syndrome
- ✓ Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome
- ✓ Inherited Nephrotic Syndrome
Procedures
- ✓ Genetic Risk Assessment
- ✓ Hereditary Cancer Genetic Testing
- ✓ Gene Panel Interpretation
- ✓ Chromosomal Microarray Analysis
- ✓ Renal Ultrasound Surveillance Coordination
- ✓ Cystoscopy
- ✓ Renal Biopsy Coordination
- ✓ Variant of Uncertain Significance Counseling
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of urologic conditions have a genetic cause?
Several urologic conditions are linked to inherited gene variants, including polycystic kidney disease, hereditary renal cell carcinoma, and certain bladder abnormalities present from birth. Dr. Martin can evaluate whether a family history or genetic mutation may be contributing to a patient's diagnosis. Understanding this connection can change both treatment and long-term monitoring plans.
Should I see Dr. Martin if kidney disease or urologic cancer runs in my family?
Yes. A family history of kidney cancer, kidney cysts, or other urologic conditions is a strong reason to seek a genetics-informed evaluation. Dr. Martin can assess inherited risk, recommend appropriate genetic testing, and help guide surveillance strategies for you and potentially your family members.
What is the difference between seeing a urologist and seeing Dr. Martin?
Dr. Martin combines training in clinical genetics with a focus on urologic conditions, making her well-suited for cases where a genetic or hereditary factor may be at play. A standard urologist addresses the condition itself, while Dr. Martin can also assess underlying genetic contributors and their implications for the patient's broader health and family.
Does Dr. Martin order genetic testing, and what does that involve?
Yes, Dr. Martin can order and interpret genetic tests relevant to urologic conditions. Testing typically involves a blood or saliva sample and may include single-gene tests, panels, or broader genomic sequencing depending on the clinical picture. She will review results with you and explain what they mean for your care.
Does Dr. Martin see patients of all ages in Tallahassee?
Clinical geneticists commonly evaluate patients across all age groups, from children with congenital urologic conditions to adults presenting with hereditary kidney or urologic cancers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Martin is the right fit, contacting her Tallahassee office directly is the best way to confirm whether she sees patients in your specific situation.
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