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Dr. Thomas Lawson is a family medicine physician with 38 years of experience providing comprehensive healthcare to patients and families. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency training at Avera Healthcare. Dr. Lawson speaks English and brings nearly four decades of medical expertise to his practice.
Dr. Lawson practices at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin, Minnesota. He specializes in managing complex conditions like type 2 diabetes and chronic lung diseases including COPD. His treatment approach includes physical therapy interventions, strength training programs, and manual therapy techniques to help patients improve their overall health and mobility.
Dr. Lawson practices at Riverwood Healthcare Center in Aitkin, Minnesota. He specializes in managing complex conditions like type 2 diabetes and chronic lung diseases including COPD. His treatment approach includes physical therapy interventions, strength training programs, and manual therapy techniques to help patients improve their overall health and mobility.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Avera Healthcare
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Riverwood Healthcare Center
200 Bunker Hill DrAitkin, MN 56431 Tel: (218) 927-2121
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
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| Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: University of Minnesota School of Nursing DNP Program - Minneapolis, MN | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas John Lawson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Thomas John Lawson has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Thomas John Lawson has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Thomas John Lawson holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Avera Healthcare.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Lawson's NPI number is 1841267630.
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- Does Dr. Thomas Lawson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Thomas Lawson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Lawson affiliated with?
- Dr. Thomas Lawson is affiliated with Riverwood Healthcare Center.
- Where is Dr. Thomas Lawson's office located?
- Dr. Thomas Lawson's office is located at 200 Bunker Hill Dr, Aitkin, MN, 56431.
- What languages does Dr. Thomas Lawson speak?
- Dr. Thomas Lawson speaks English.
- Does Dr. Thomas Lawson accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Lawson accepts on their Vitals profile.
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