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Dr. David Lawrence, MD

Dr. David Lawrence, MD

Pediatrics*
30+ years of experience

Dr. David Lawrence, MD is a pediatrician in Charleston, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WEST ALABAMA in 1993. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Ferguson Medical Group

112 W Commercial St Charleston, MO 63834
Telehealth available
(573) 683-4010
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Dr. Lawrence is a patient favorite Pediatrician

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  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lawrence specializes in the areas of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Neonatology & Pediatrics. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lawrence's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawrence

4.9
22 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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Great Pediatrician
Dr. Lawrence always takes the time to listen to my concerns about my son and is thorough in his examination. He doesn't hesitate to send his patients for additional testing if he feels it is necessary. He is an awesome Pediatrician
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jun 09, 2023
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Excelente Dr I saw it since 20 years ago
Very good service
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Claudina – Mar 24, 2023
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WAITING TIMES
THE WAIT TIMES ARE EXCESSIVE, I HAVE NOTHING BAD TO SAY ABOUT DR BUT MY TIME IS VALUABLE AND I AM A BUSY MOTHER, IF MY APPOINTMENT IS AT 2PM I EXPECT TO BE SEEN RESPECTIVELY AT THAT TIME. WAITING EXTENDS TO ONCE CALLED TO BACK ALSO. 2 TO 3 HOURS WAIT FOR A 20 MINUTE VISIT. I UNDERSTAND IF THEY GET PAID BY THE HOUR BUT MY TIME IS EQUALLY VALUABLE.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
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BUSY MOTHER – Mar 24, 2023
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Great pediatrician!
Dr. Lawrence checks all the boxes for a good pediatrician. He makes sure your little ones get the best care and does a great job monitoring development.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2023
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Excellent!!
Good attention
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 04, 2023
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Best Doctor for children
Dr Lawrence always listens to any and all concerns then gives informative feedback. I never worry if my kids are getting good care because I know they're getting the best of care by the nursing staff and their doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sarah Pascoe – Feb 19, 2023
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Amazing and most caring Dr.
My daughter's visit went great as always! Dr. Lawrence was very caring and realy cares for his patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Amanda McGuire – Feb 05, 2023
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Very detailed assessment and took extra time to discuss/educate on my child’s needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 24, 2022
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Dr visit
The visit was great. Just like any other visit that I have had, the doctor is excellent and answers any question that I have. I'm very comfortable with him being my child doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 21, 2022
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Thankful
After seeing a different pediatrician and getting nowhere with the belly pain my son was experiencing, Dr Lawrence ordered a simple x-ray and figured out the problem within a half day for which the other pediatrician had 6 months and never figured it out.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Allie Rowland – Sep 16, 2022
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It's always great, Dr Lawrence is very good at what he does and has been doing well for my family..great doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tray W Rodgers – Sep 01, 2022
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Great visit
My last visit was much the same as every visit with Dr Lawrence in the last 20 years. I knew him as my own pediatrician and now my children and my nieces all see him as their primary care provider. He has always listened to any and all concerns I've had. He gives me his honest opinion on medical and personal problems. I wouldn't take my children to anyone else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sarah Pascoe – May 06, 2022
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Attentive, caring, friendly, and willing to listen!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 05, 2022
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Follow-up appointment
Had to see Dr. Lawrence for a follow-up visit and my son had the flu and an ear infection. Dr. Lawrence always gives time in order to listen to our concerns for our son. He reassured us to finish out the medication doses prescribed for Kaden and scheduled another follow up to discuss my son's ear infection issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Mar 30, 2022
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Dr. Lawrence is the best doctor I know I have four kids and he was the doctor to all my kids and my oldest is fixing to be 15 years old I’m July and all of them are very healthy with no problems thanks to dr. Lawrence
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Latosha Rice – Apr 19, 2021
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Dr. David Lawrence, MD is a pediatrician in Charleston, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WEST ALABAMA in 1993. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • The Brooklyn Hospital Center

    Residency Hospital

  • The Brooklyn Hospital Center

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of West Alabama

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics
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Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
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Neonatology†
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Pediatrics
†Self designated 
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    Locations

    Ferguson Medical Group

    Ferguson Medical Group - Charleston112 W Commercial St Charleston, MO 63834
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions
    Ferguson Medical Group - Sikeston1012 N Main St Ste 115 Sikeston, MO 63801
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 7:00pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 7:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 7:00pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: 1:00pm - 12:00am
    • Directions

    Saint Francis Clinic Dexter

    Saint Francis Health Center - Dexter1212 Saint Francis Dr Dexter, MO 63841
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Saint Francis Medical Center

      211 Saint Francis Dr
      Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

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