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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Great doctor who is very informative and very nice
(1 week ago)
May-2026
Lawrence Kinard is amazing !! Very pleased
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Was personable and talked to understand, not medical terminology. Very nice.
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Excellent doctor
(2 weeks ago)
May-2026
Very friendly and concerned
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Pleasant and attentive. Updated my prescriptions. Thanks
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
He is an excellent nurse practitioner I see him every time I have to go to the doctor!
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
He is very helpful and courteous.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Was very nice and helpful. Appreciate the time he spent to provide the best health care possible.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
He listened to what I had to say and did not ignore what I was saying. Very pleasant and enjoyable
(1 month ago)
Mar-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.
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
Pleasant and attentive. Updated my prescriptions. Thanks
He is an excellent nurse practitioner I see him every time I have to go to the doctor!
He is very helpful and courteous.
Was very nice and helpful. Appreciate the time he spent to provide the best health care possible.
He listened to what I had to say and did not ignore what I was saying. Very pleasant and enjoyable