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Laureen Cota, DPM

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Specializes in: Foot & Ankle Surgery and Podiatry (Foot & Ankle Medicine)

Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine (2003)

Professional interests include: wounds, varicose veins, diabetes, and more.

17487 South Health Care Drive
Laveen, AZ 85339

(520) 550-6000

Laureen Cota, DPM is a podiatrist in Laveen, AZ specializing in foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine). She graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine in 2003 and has 21 years of experience. Laureen Cota, DPM is affiliated with Abrazo Health, Gila River Health Care and GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE CORPORATION.

Office Locations

Address:

17487 South Health Care Drive
Laveen, AZ 85339

Address:

6707 N 19th Avenue #103
Phoenix, AZ 85015

Some issues Laureen Cota, DPM can help you with:

Debridement (Removal of Unhealthy Tissue)

Debridement is a procedure that removes damaged skin to help the body heal a chronic wound, acute injury, or burn. Several layers of skin surrounding a chronic wound can include foreign debris, dead (necrotic) tissue, infected tissue, and calloused (hyperkeratotic) skin. If left untreated, these damaged skin layers can spread infection to other parts of the body and may aggravate the wound and delay its healing.

Debriding (removing) this damaged and diseased skin encourages the growth of healthy new tissue, impeding infection by triggering the body's natural cycle of tissue renewal. For this reason, debridement functions both as a wound treatment and as a preventative measure against more complex consequences of infected skin, such as sepsis and amputation. In some circumstances, debridement provides additional aesthetic benefits such as decreased scarring. Debridement also permits doctors to retrieve tissue samples for testing, such as to determine whether patients need antibiotic treatment.

Wounds that frequently require debridement include:

Nonhealing diabetic ulcers
Chronic wounds
Severe burns
Contaminated wounds

Debridement can be performed either surgically or nonsurgically; some methods are less invasive than others. Doctors select the appropriate debridement technique by considering the location, cause, and size of a patient's wound and may also weigh the patient's overall wellbeing, age, and risk of infection.

Surgical debridement is performed by cutting away dead, infected, and hyperkeratotic skin with a surgical scalpel. For deep wounds that tear away the skin and go into the muscle, skin from another region of a patient's body may be grafted onto the wound, which may then be periodically assessed and rebandaged until fully healed.

Non-surgical debridement is achieved with water or a dissolvent gel. Water softens the damaged skin and affected tissue, allowing doctors to remove it with wet-to-dry dressing. When wet tissue dries, it adheres to the dry dressing or bandage and comes off when the dressing is pulled away. In contrast, dissolvent gel deconstructs tissue, which can be cleaned off of the wound. Nonsurgical debridement is less invasive than surgical techniques; however, it can entail repeat treatments, slowing wound recovery.

While the prospect of stripping away skin may seem jarring, debridement can be critical to the treatment and healing of wounds which cannot not heal independently.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

compression therapy	155
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	411
doctor visit	422
excision	411
hospital care	19
immobilization	155
inpatient care	19

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	111
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	34
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	27
Less than 65	36

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	49
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	54
Dementia	21
Cancer	10

compression therapy	26
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	312
doctor visit	318
excision	312
hospital care	26
immobilization	26
inpatient care	26
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13
skin procedures	13

**Gender**
Male	62
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	107
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	39
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	29
Less than 65	34

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	22
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	60
Dementia	20
Cancer	9

compression therapy	131
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	445
doctor visit	462
excision	445
hospital care	24
immobilization	131
inpatient care	24

**Gender**
Male	144
Female	170

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	248
Black	0
Hispanic	38
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	120
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	52
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	52
Dementia	12
Cancer	9

compression therapy	166
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	328
doctor visit	489
excision	328
hospital care	17
immobilization	166
inpatient care	17
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	14
skin procedures	14

**Gender**
Male	89
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	142
Black	0
Hispanic	18
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	50
85 and over	25
Less than 65	29

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	55
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	55
Dementia	13
Cancer	8

compression therapy	319
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	249
doctor visit	384
excision	249
hospital care	31
immobilization	319
inpatient care	31

**Gender**
Male	75
Female	82

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	114
Black	0
Hispanic	20
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	65
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	12
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	58
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	64
Dementia	15
Cancer	8

compression therapy	149
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	223
doctor visit	347
excision	223
hospital care	43
immobilization	149
inpatient care	43

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	64

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	59
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	47

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	28
85 and over	12
Less than 65	38

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	67
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	42
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	69
Dementia	15
Cancer	9

compression therapy	66
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	164
doctor visit	366
excision	164
hospital care	20
immobilization	66
inpatient care	20

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	0
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	103

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	59

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	67
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	30
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	75
Dementia	14
Cancer	0

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	53
doctor visit	375
excision	53
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	19
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	108

**Age**
From 65 to 74	53
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	49

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	64
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	75
Dementia	14
Cancer	9

debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	109
doctor visit	819
excision	109
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	12
skin procedures	12

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Laureen Cota, DPM for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Laureen Cota, DPM treated as a podiatrist in Laveen, AZ were debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue), excision, compression therapy and immobilization.

compression therapy	144
debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue)	254
doctor visit	444
excision	254
hospital care	24
immobilization	144
inpatient care	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	13
skin procedures	13

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Laureen Cota, DPM.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	70

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	80
Native American / Alaskan Native	25
Hispanic	9
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	28
85 and over	15
Less than 65	33
65 to 74	48

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Laureen Cota, DPM From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Laureen Cota, DPM treated were hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	11
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	50
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Cancer	6
Dementia	12

Education & Training

Laureen Cota, DPM graduated from Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine in 2003. She has a state license in Arizona.

Medical School: Samuel Merritt University, California School of Podiatric Medicine (2003)

Licensed In: Arizona

Affiliations & Hospitals

Laureen Cota, DPM is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Abrazo Health

Gila River Health Care

GILA RIVER HEALTH CARE CORPORATION

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Laureen Cota, DPM. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Smith & Nephew, Inc.	$1,557 Santyl $695	Regranex $417	Wound Matrix $225	Oasis $159	Infection Management $33	Other $27
KCI USA, Inc	$427 CELLUTOME $164	SNaP $57	VAC THERAPY $39	VAC VERAFLO $32	ACTIVAC $17	Other $118
Organogenesis Inc.	$380 Apligraf $199	PuraPly $181
Biom'Up France SAS	$348 HEMOBLAST Bellows $348
St. Jude Medical, Inc.	$280 CRM $260	Microny ll SR plus Pacemaker $20
Other	$1,663 TheraSkin $158	ZYVOX $124	ENTRE $87	HawkOne $85	AMNIOEXCEL $80	Other $1,129

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$3,856
Travel and Lodging	$623
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$158
Education	$17

Biography

Dr. Laureen Cota's specialties are foot & ankle surgery and podiatry (foot & ankle medicine). She practices in Phoenix, AZ and Komatke, AZ. Dr. Cota's clinical interests include diabetes, peripheral artery disease (PAD), and debridement (removal of unhealthy tissue). Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Gila River Health Care and Abrazo Health.

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