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Ericka A. Lawler, MD
Steindler Orthopedic Clinic
Hand, Orthopedics, Wrist
Iowa City, Cedar Rapids
Most recent review: 6 days ago
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5.0
367 Ratings
157 Comments
Dr. Ericka A. Lawler, a fellowship-trained specialist in hand and upper extremity surgery. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. Dr. Lawler completed her residency in orthopedic surgery at the New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City and pursued a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
5.0
367 Ratings
157 Comments
Dr. Ericka A. Lawler, a fellowship-trained specialist in hand and upper extremity surgery. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. Dr. Lawler completed her residency in orthopedic surgery at the New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City and pursued a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
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Cedar Rapids
4000 River Ridge Dr NE
Ste 2
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Ste 2
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Dr. Ericka A. Lawler, a fellowship-trained specialist in hand and upper extremity surgery, focuses on treating and preventing conditions affecting the hand and upper extremities in both adult and pediatric patients. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale University in New Haven, CT, followed by her Doctor of Medicine degree from George Washington University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. Dr. Lawler completed her residency in orthopedic surgery at the New York University Hospital for Joint Diseases in New York City and pursued a fellowship in hand and upper extremity surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. Dedicated to service, she participates annually in a pediatric upper extremity mission to Honduras. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, hiking, and spending time with her husband and two children. Dr. Lawler is an active member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and the American Association for Hand Surgery.
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She’s a great doctor and explains things well
Appointment went great. She explained my options clearly to help me make the best one.
I have really enjoyed having Dr Lawler as my hand surgeon. So easy to talk to and she explains everything very well. Makes being a patient easy! I have total confidence in her skill and knowledge.
She is easy to talk to. Very professional. She explained everything and answered my questions.
Say experience very knowledgeable, answered any questions.I had. No, wait time at all.An amazing experience definitely recommend
Friendly and was great answering any questions on the procedure I was having. I will be back for more shots.
Personable and nice.
After a traumatic accident, Ericka surgically did tendon transfers in my right hand. She was very descriptive and answered my questions. I know have full function once again in my hand. Thank you! Super individual in my book. Would recommend highly.
Very friendly. Terrific bedside manner. Made me feel so much better about everything.
Dr Lawler is amazing! Could not put your health care in better hands.