Summary

Dr. James Lawsing is an orthopedic surgeon with 57 years of medical experience helping patients with spine and musculoskeletal conditions. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, bringing decades of surgical expertise to his practice. Dr. Lawsing focuses on treating complex spinal disorders and orthopedic injuries that affect patients' mobility and quality of life.

Dr. Lawsing practices at Guthrie Cortland Medical Center and Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Cortland, New York. He specializes in treating degenerative disc disease, lumbar herniated discs, and spondylolisthesis, conditions that can cause significant back pain and mobility issues. His diagnostic capabilities include spinal X-rays to help identify the source of patients' spine-related concerns. Patients have given Dr. Lawsing an average rating of 4.0 for his orthopedic care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 57 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • Boston University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. James Fuller Lawsing has 2 locations

Guthrie Cortland Medical Center

134 Homer AveCortland, NY 13045

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

1104 Commons AveCortland, NY 13045

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.3 
57 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English Speaks English
Cortland , NYSyracuse , NYIthaca , NYIthaca , NY
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Oxford University Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Fuller Lawsing

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Fuller Lawsing has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Fuller Lawsing has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Lawsing's NPI number is 1356312169.

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