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Dr. Lawrence Colen, MD

Dr. Lawrence Colen, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Colen, MD is a plastic surgeon in Norfolk, VA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1975. He is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

6261 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 100 Norfolk, VA 23502

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Colen specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Colen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Colen

4.3

18 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • 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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Cindy Jordan, Norfolk, va – Dec 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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O’Lillian D. Harris – Feb 03, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sumiko – Sep 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 27, 2020
Just seeing this. Doesn't sound like our office...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 05, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Teresa Sweeney – Sep 10, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Virginia Beach, VA – Feb 21, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Jan 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon I correct deformity related to trauma or disease and perform a wide variety of cosmetic procedures designed to enhance one's self image. Providing information to my patients and employing sound surgical techniques leads to improved patient outcomes.
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Breast Reconstruction Surgery

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

  • Ralph K Davies Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1979
  • University Calif

    Internship Hospital, 1976
  • Dartmouth College

    Medical School, 1975
  • Dartmouth University Geisel School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975
  • Colgate Univerity

    Undergraduate School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office6261 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 100 Norfolk, VA 23502
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

    600 Gresham Dr
    Norfolk, VA 23507
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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