Summary

Dr. Catherine Lawson is an internal medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. She completed her residency training at the University of California Medical Center and the University of California (Davis) Program. With 39 years of clinical experience, Dr. Lawson brings extensive expertise to her practice. She provides care in English.

Dr. Lawson practices at the Torrance Memorial Physician Network Primary Care location in Torrance, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Saint Joseph Hospital Orange. She specializes in managing common health conditions including obesity and weight management, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hypertension. Her clinical expertise includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and urinalysis testing. Patients have given Dr. Lawson an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 39 years of experience
  • 65 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • U Calif Med Ctr
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Torrance Memorial Physician Network Primary Care - Skypark

3701 Skypark Drive, Suite 100Torrance, CA 90505
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

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Torrance , CAUpland , CAScottsdale , AZLyons , CO
Med School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Catherine Lawson

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Partners
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Catherine Lawson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Catherine Lawson has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Catherine Lawson holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at U Calif Med Ctr and University of California (Davis) Program.

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in 1987.

NPI Number

Catherine Lawson's NPI number is 1649279043.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Catherine Lawson accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Catherine Lawson affiliated with?
Catherine Lawson is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital Orange.
Where is Catherine Lawson's office located?
Catherine Lawson's office is located at 3701 Skypark Drive, Suite 100, Torrance, CA, 90505.
Is Catherine Lawson accepting new patients?
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