Lawrence Kennard, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in emergency and primary care. He earned his bachelor’s degree from North Carolina State University, followed by his BSN from the University of Tennessee and a master’s degree from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. His clinical experience includes work at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Walk-In Clinics and contract care through the Indian Health Service on the Navajo Nation.
Lawrence Kennard, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in emergency and primary care. He earned his bachelor’s degree from North Carolina State University, followed by his BSN from the University of Tennessee and a master’s degree from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. His clinical experience includes work at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Walk-In Clinics and contract care through the Indian Health Service on the Navajo Nation.
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Doctor kennard is very professional and always do tord me we
(4 days ago)
Jun-2026
I think he was very kind and attentive actually listen to what I had to say made sure that nothing else I needed or had questions about absolutely a 10 out of 10
(4 days ago)
Jun-2026
Very professional and took great care of me.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Everyone here is so nice
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Awesome doctor really listens and lots of concerns keep up the great work
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Great doctor who is very informative and very nice
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Lawrence Kinard is amazing !! Very pleased
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Was personable and talked to understand, not medical terminology. Very nice.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Excellent doctor
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very friendly and concerned
(2 months ago)
Apr-2026
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Healthstar Physicians Premier Medical
121 Newport Towne Center Newport, TN 37821
Lawrence Kennard, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong background in emergency and primary care. A Newport, Tennessee native, Lawrence began his healthcare career in Eastern North Carolina, serving as a paramedic and certified firefighter with multiple agencies.
He earned his bachelor’s degree from North Carolina State University, followed by his BSN from the University of Tennessee and a master’s degree from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. His clinical experience includes work at Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Walk-In Clinics and contract care through the Indian Health Service on the Navajo Nation.
Outside of work, Lawrence enjoys spending time on his small homestead and is a licensed pilot with an instrument rating. His diverse background and dedication to patient care make him a valuable part of the Healthstar Premier Medical team.
Doctor kennard is very professional and always do tord me we
I think he was very kind and attentive actually listen to what I had to say made sure that nothing else I needed or had questions about absolutely a 10 out of 10
Very professional and took great care of me.
Everyone here is so nice
Awesome doctor really listens and lots of concerns keep up the great work
Great doctor who is very informative and very nice
Lawrence Kinard is amazing !! Very pleased
Was personable and talked to understand, not medical terminology. Very nice.
Excellent doctor
Very friendly and concerned