Summary

Dr. Rick Lawson is an internal medicine and family medicine physician who completed his medical education at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He also completed his residency training at the same institution, building a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care. With three decades of medical practice, Dr. Lawson brings extensive experience to treating patients across multiple age groups and health conditions. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Lawson practices at several Louisville healthcare facilities, including UofL Hospital, Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, and Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital. His clinical expertise focuses on managing chronic kidney disease, helping patients navigate the complexities of this condition with personalized treatment approaches. He also specializes in caring for patients with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, two conditions that often require ongoing management and lifestyle modifications. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lawson highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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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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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rick J Lawson

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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

Dr. Rick J Lawson holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Louisville School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Lawson's NPI number is 1689676504.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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