Laura Core is a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner with a passion for caring for children and their families. Born in Kansas City, Kansas, she moved to Knoxville, Tennessee, at the age of nine. From an early age, Laura knew she wanted to work in healthcare, especially with children.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she also met her husband. After graduating in 2009, Laura moved to Nashville and began her nursing career as a Registered Nurse at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital. While working at Vanderbilt, she earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University and became a Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in 2013.

In January 2014, Laura and her husband returned to Knoxville, where she joined Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center. During her nearly 13 years there, she cared for infants, children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of allergy, asthma, and immunology conditions. In 2016, she became the manager of the practice's Immunodeficiency Department.

 Laura is thrilled to be a part of the team at Plateau Pediatrics, where she can care for children of all ages and partner with parents to help their children grow, thrive, and stay healthy. 

Outside of work, Laura enjoys spending time with her husband, their two children, and their energetic puppy. As a family, they love being outdoors and staying active together.