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Dr. James Lawler, MD

Dr. James Lawler, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. James Lawler, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Santa Maria, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1974. He is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

117 W Bunny Ave Santa Maria, CA 93458

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Dr. Lawler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawler

4.7

12 ratings, 4 with a written review
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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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Jon Langford in Creston, CA – Jun 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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arroyo grande, ca – Mar 23, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Los Osos, CA – Jan 20, 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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Patti Ortiz in Cambria,Ca – Oct 08, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I strive to provide my patients with the best Orthopedic care possible. I believe that listening to my patients concerns are of utmost concern.

biography

Dr Lawler has been practicing for over 35 years and enjoys what he does and the patients he sees.  His practice consists primarily of total joint replacements and patient education for the best possible results. He has been using the Anterior Approach for Hip Replacement for over 8 years. 
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of California, San Diego School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1980
  • University Of Hawaii

    Internship Hospital, 1975
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Practice

Pacific Central Coast Health Centers117 W Bunny Ave Santa Maria, CA 93458
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