Summary

Dr. Lawrence Leader is a cardiovascular disease specialist with 38 years of experience treating heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Cooper University Hospital. Dr. Leader speaks Spanish and Chinese, helping him connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Leader practices at multiple locations in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, including Forrest County General Hospital, Merit Health Wesley, and Hattiesburg Clinic Cardiology. He specializes in treating high blood pressure and coronary artery disease, with particular expertise in heart conditions affecting women. His diagnostic capabilities include performing EKGs to monitor heart rhythm, contrast echocardiography for detailed heart imaging, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Cooper University Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Lawrence Jay Leader has 3 locations

Hattiesburg Clinic Cardiology

415 S 28th AveHattiesburg, MS 39401
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Merit Health Wesley

5001 Hardy StHattiesburg, MS 39402

Forrest County General Hospital

6051 U S Highway 49Hattiesburg, MS 39401

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Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Zambia School Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lawrence Jay Leader

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Peoples Health
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lawrence Jay Leader has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lawrence Jay Leader has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Mississippi, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Cooper University Hospital

Medical School

Nova Southeastern University College Of OsteopathicGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Lawrence Leader speak?
Dr. Lawrence Leader speaks Spanish and Chinese.
Does Dr. Lawrence Leader accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lawrence Leader accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Lawrence Leader accepting new patients?
Dr. Lawrence Leader is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Lawrence Leader's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lawrence Leader affiliated with?
Dr. Lawrence Leader is affiliated with Forrest County General Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Leader?
You can find contact information for Dr. Lawrence Leader here on Vitals.

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