Summary

Dr. Susan Lawton is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for nearly four decades. She earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and brings extensive experience to her practice. Dr. Lawton is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Lawton practices at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara, California. She specializes in managing high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes, with particular expertise in pediatric care. Her practice includes routine blood work such as complete blood counts and A1c testing to monitor diabetes management. Patients consistently rate Dr. Lawton highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Susan Lawton has 2 locations

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

351 S Patterson AveSanta Barbara, CA 93111

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
39 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese Speaks English Speaks English
Santa Barbara , CAPlacentia , CABenicia , CAHouston , TX
Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: University of Southern California (MSN Family Nurse Practitioner) Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Susan Lawton

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Susan Lawton has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Susan Lawton holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Lawton's NPI number is 1659390110.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Susan Lawton affiliated with?
Dr. Susan Lawton is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital.
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