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Dr. James Lawler, MD

Dr. James Lawler, MD

Ophthalmology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Lawler, MD is an ophthalmologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University in 1994. He is affiliated with Broadlawns Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1801 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 282-2362

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lawler specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Lawler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawler

3.4

10 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 14, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 08, 2020
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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
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Mary Loretta Benton – Apr 13, 2020
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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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Sean in IA – Dec 15, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Neal T. Cleary in Des Moines, IA – Mar 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Lawler, MD is an ophthalmologist in Des Moines, IA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Creighton University in 1994. He is affiliated with Broadlawns Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Creighton University

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Broadlawns Medical Center1801 Hickman Rd Des Moines, IA 50314
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Practice

David E Drake DO PC2213 Grand Ave Des Moines, IA 50312
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Wolfe Eye Clinic6200 Westown Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd
    Des Moines, IA 50314

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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