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Dr. William Lawrence, DO

Dr. William Lawrence, DO

Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. William Lawrence, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Athens, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lawrence has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities Decatur Morgan Hospital and Athens-Limestone Hospital.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 92 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (92 reviews)

Practice

22454 US Highway 72 Ste 200 Athens, AL 35613

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lawrence specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Lawrence's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawrence

4.8
92 ratings, 70 with a written review
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Dr. Lawrence was very informative and friendly.
Telehealth
The staff and Dr Lawrence were professional with just enough home town friendly to make the experience quick, comfortable and informing. Two big thumbs UP!!?
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
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Apr 23, 2025
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Very Nice Doc and staff
Very Nice Staff And The Doctor was really Nice was Very please with The Visit
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
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Apr 11, 2025
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I trust Dr Lawerence to do my second surgery
I appreciate the helpfulness in trying to get my schedule date for surgery
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
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Apr 10, 2025
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It was my first visit with him, and he was in and out in less than five minutes
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Feb 14, 2025
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right shoulder pain
have a partial replacement Dr. Lawrence referred me to Dr. Stacey Tapscott on Jan. 16
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
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Harold Talbot – Jan 08, 2025
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Very professional and compassionate
Dr Lawrence took the time to address all my concerns regarding my elbow injury. He was very professional and compassionate.
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
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Dana Wilbanks – Nov 23, 2024
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Very good doctor
I had my stitches taken out and reviewed my progress.
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
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James Dawson – Nov 21, 2024
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Great doctor
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
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Doctor – Nov 20, 2024
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None better than Dr. Lawrence! What a fabulous man
He knows how to give a shot!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 26, 2024
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Ease of understanding my injury and options for treatment.
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
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Aug 28, 2024
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Excellent doctor
I am an RN and have been around a lot of doctors and medical people so I know what I am talking about. I would not hesitate ( and I already have told several potential patients) to recommend both Dr Lawrence and the staff at the Day Surgery in Athens. Everyone is very caring, knowledgable and helpful. I and my spouse have used the Doctors and both the Day Surgery and Athens Hospital 5 times over the past few years and I will NEVER go anywhere else for orthopedic care. We frequently recommend the TOC to everyone we know.
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
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Jul 12, 2024
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Had an appointment with him but was seen by a PA.
Have heard raving reviews of TOC. The PA seemed knowledgeable but very hurried and scripted. I will be cancelling upcoming appointments for test.I agreed to the bottom statement but did not see this physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 12, 2024
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Great Doctor
Great staff friendly and caring staff.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Kevin – Jul 12, 2024
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Very likely
Dr Lawrence was prompt, kind, compassionate, knowledgeable and caring
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
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Bonnie Teal – Jul 11, 2024
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Doc is great!!!
He listens and asks great questions to get to the root cause. Thanks again doctor Lawrence
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
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Ru4crzn – May 16, 2024
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Ankle
Courtesy and caring ..efficient
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
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Patricia – Mar 28, 2024
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Shoulder Issues
The entire experience was painless. Dr Lawrence was precise, thorough and professional. He explained everything, and gave me 3 options for my particular issue, complete with expectations, treatments, results and therapy options. Pleasure to have met the team!
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
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CO – Feb 09, 2024
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He was kind, concerned, and knowledgeable
I was there because my knee had been bothering me for 3 weeks after an injury. Dr Lawrence checked my function and found the problem quickly, and immediately wanted to put me in knee brace until further testing. He’s protective and kind, a rare combination
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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JVR – Feb 05, 2024
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I was in and out extremely quickly!
This was a first visit for a new knee injury, went straight back for xray then to a room and waited less then 10 min Dr Lawrence came in, addressed the issue. He knew exactly the problem and I was done. Scheduling called very quickly to schedule my MRI and I'm once again very pleased with Dr Lawrence and staff.
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
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Jan 30, 2024
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Great bedside manner and seemed knowledgeable.
Took a lot of Xrays of knees due to pain and a follow up Xray of right hip and discussed the results with me. We discussed my desire to postpone knee replacements at this time and decided on injections into both knees. The injections went well and were as painless as possible considering the injection was all the way into the joint itself. The whole visit from his staff to his PA and to Dr Lawerence perfect blend of friendliness and professionalism.
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
What could be improved
No results
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William Elliott – Dec 01, 2023
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About Me

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Dr. William Lawrence, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Athens, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lawrence has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from Kansas...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Kansas City University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Toc Therapy Athens22454 US Highway 72 Ste 200 Athens, AL 35613
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Palmer Chiropractic Clinic Inc.172 Ana Dr Florence, AL 35630
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Hh-Toc-The Orthopaedic Center Clinic (Albertville)52 Business Park Dr Albertville, AL 35951
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Athens-Limestone Hospital

    700 W Market St
    Athens, AL 35611
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Decatur Morgan Hospital

    1201 7th St SE
    Decatur, AL 35601

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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