Dr. Lawrence Goodwin, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 70

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Lawrence Goodwin, MD is an ophthalmologist in Los Angeles, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Centinela Hospital Medical Center and Coast Plaza Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Lawrence Goodwin, MD

Practice

8717 La Tijera Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 645-4393

Accepting new patients

(310) 645-4393

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Goodwin specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews

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Dr. Goodwin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Goodwin

4.3
19 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
79%
79%
4 star
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3 star
5%
5%
2 star
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1 star
16%
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NOT AT ALL. STAR RATING IS MANDATORY UNFORTUNATELY
HORRIBLE. HE HAS LEFT ME WITH PERMANENT DAMAGE!
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2024
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Wonderful experience with the Dr Goodwin
The wait time was long meeting him was worth the wait. Very presentable, straightforward. Good qualities for a 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Iris – Mar 31, 2023
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Dr. Goodwin is a very very good doctor. He spends the time to explain everything to the patient. The staff is very friendly. Also as a bonus they play great music in the waiting room.
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
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dean S. in Los Angeles, CA – Oct 11, 2018
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Doctor Goodwin is the best eye doctor I have ever known. He is kind and extremely knowledgeable. The office is clean. He explains everything thoroughly and he treats you like family. You know you are in good hands.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Sep 06, 2017
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Dr. Goodwin is the best as what he does, very personable and is very knowledgeable. Unfortunate his staff in the front office is very unprofessional and they eat at the front desk, rude and I was very taken back by this. I love Dr. Goodwin but it makes me rethink my appointment. I recommend him highly but I have warn who I send.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Crystal in Los Angeles, CA – Mar 02, 2017
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Had a 9:30 appt, but didn't get to see a doctor until 12:05, finished at nearly 12:30. By then, I was tired, hungry, & pissed that I had to ask a colleague to see my own patients (I am also a medical provider) who I was scheduled to start seeing pts at 12p. Even after I advised Dr. Solomon that I'd been there for nearly 3 hrs, never once did he or anyone offer an apology. There is NO EXCUSE to treat a patients this way. I'm changing my PCP so I don't have to return to this eye doctor again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Los Angeles, CA – Oct 14, 2016
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Dr. Goodein Jr. has performed a cataract removal, nd on both eyes the Ahmed Valve Replacement Surgery. These procedures were performed April 19, 2016, May 17, nd June 6, 2016. When I first walked into DR. GOODWIN'S office my eye pressure from glaucoma were 40 in one eye nd 30 in another. I have been dealing with an eye disease for at least 20 years. I met Dr. Goodwin after a referral from my Optometrists Dr. C Knight, nd Dr. Smith. I'm so thankful for the brilliant knowledge nd expertise Dr.G
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
No results
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Carol Christian Ganter in Los Angeles, CA – Jun 20, 2016
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My vision was getting so much worse, and I was feeling afraid that I would ultimately go blind. Starting with Dr. Goodwin's professional and office staff in his Norwalk office, and ending up with treatments at his LA office, I felt reassured and hopeful. By the time treatments were completed, my vision had returned to normal and I can not be more grateful. Great office, doctors, and outcome.
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Susie in Long Beach, CA – Jun 07, 2016
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  • Ophthalmology

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  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981

  • Claremont Men's College

    Undergraduate School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Lawrence T. Goodwin JR. M.D. Inc.8717 La Tijera Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90045
1
Studebaker Medical Group13132 Studebaker Rd Ste 9 Norwalk, CA 90650
2
Office21840 Normandie Ave Ste 700 Torrance, CA 90502
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Centinela Hospital Medical Center

    555 E Hardy St
    Inglewood, CA 90301
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Coast Plaza Hospital

    13100 Studebaker Rd
    Norwalk, CA 90650

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

    69%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    15% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

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