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Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD

Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD

Pediatrics*
(318) 884-9103

Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD is a pediatrician in Shreveport, LA. She is affiliated with Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women's Health. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)
(318) 884-9103
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Accepting New PatientsTelehealth Available
2518 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste Aste
Shreveport, LA 71118

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Willis-Knighton Health System

Locations

WK Center For Pediatrics - South

WK Center For Pediatrics - South2518 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste Aste Shreveport, LA 71118
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(318) 884-9103

Biography

"I went to Louisiana Tech University, graduating in 1995. I then went to medical school at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, finishing in 1999.  My residency in Pediatrics was also ob..."

- Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD

Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Lawhon is a patient favorite Pediatrician

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  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Lawhon specializes in the area of 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.
  • Recent Reviews • Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Lawhon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawhon

4.3
15 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
73%
73%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
13%
13%

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I hate this clinic . They are rude & unprofessional . Refuse to give me information on MY child that I birthed . They need to be sued
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Apr 22, 2025
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I love it there. She is GREAT
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 01, 2022
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Dr. Lowhan has been my daughter pediatrician since she was an infant and we love her! She is just the kind and caring person you would want to care for your child. I highly recommend her and the great team at WKS pediatrics!
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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Nicole Sweet – Dec 22, 2021
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She is not our primary doctor but we absolutely love her.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Christy Hodge – Aug 08, 2021
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We didnt have an appointment, but were seen asap. The visit was quick but we were not rushed out. Dr. Lawhon always answers all my concerns!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 08, 2021
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Office visit because our son wasn’t feeling well. Dr Lawhon has been our children’s pediatrician for 16 years. Always personable and thorough! Always able to get in the same day!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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The Daniel’s – May 12, 2021
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We have always had a great expiernce and visit WKS Pediatrician. Dr. Lawhon, is an amazing doctor. She remembers my child and the past visits we've had and any concerns. As my child has gotten older she makes it a point to talk to him and ask him questions, like...how's school, how do your feel, how's homework, friends ect....makes me feel like she's concerned and wants to here it from him, not just the parent. Means a lot to have a great doctor ? I highly recommend Dr. Lawhon, she was recommend to me, and I'm grateful for it!
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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Brittney – Jan 23, 2021
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I'll never forget how this lady misdiagnosed my child who has kawasaki disease. If only you would have more knowledge being titled Doctor my child's heart would be just fine. That 10 day window could've saved her from the heart complications she now suffers from after being misdiagnosed 5 times.
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
  • Long wait times
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Shreveport, LA – Aug 23, 2017
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biography

I went to Louisiana Tech University, graduating in 1995. I then went to medical school at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, finishing in 1999.  My residency in Pediatrics was also obtained from LSU School of Medicine...read more

  • Pediatrics

  • Pediatric Medicine

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  • Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport School Of Medicine

    Medical School
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Lawhon is a patient favorite Pediatrician

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women's Health

      2510 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop
      Shreveport, LA 71118
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