Summary

Dr. Rick Lawson is an internal medicine and family medicine physician who brings three decades of medical experience to his practice in Louisville. He earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine, where he also completed his residency training. His dual specialty training allows him to provide comprehensive care for both adult medicine and family health needs. Dr. Lawson communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Lawson maintains affiliations with several Louisville healthcare facilities, including Jewish Hospital, UofL Hospital, Robley Rex VA Medical Center, Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, and Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital. He focuses on treating complex conditions such as advanced chronic kidney disease, acute kidney problems, and chronic lung disease with related health complications. His clinical expertise includes performing essential diagnostic tests like comprehensive blood chemistry panels and complete blood counts to monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lawson highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Rick J Lawson has 4 locations

Uofl Hospital

530 S Jackson StLouisville, KY 40202

Mary And Elizabeth Hospital

1850 Bluegrass AveLouisville, KY 40215

Uofl Physicians Primary Care

201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 904Louisville, KY 40202
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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30 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Louisville , KYLouisville , KYLyons , CONew Albany , IN
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Rick J Lawson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rick J Lawson has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Family Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Hospitalist
  • Immunization
  • Palliative Care
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Louisville School Of Medicine

Medical School

University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996

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Dr. Rick Lawson's office is located at 530 S Jackson St, Louisville, KY, 40202.
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