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Dr. Bruce Lawrence, DO

Dr. Bruce Lawrence, DO

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Bruce Lawrence, DO is an orthopedic surgeon in Grand Blanc, MI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Genesys Hospital and Up Health System-Portage. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 3 Star Rating (34 reviews)

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawrence

3.0
34 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Worst surgery ever
I had my right knee completely replaced in May of 2021, it’s worse now than it was before he performed the surgery, and yes, I did my rehab too. Complete waste of my time and efforts!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Disappointed – Jan 27, 2025
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Bi-lateral knee replacement
In 2011 Dr. Lawrence and his team did a bi-lateral knee replacement on me. I was 61 years old, today at 73 years of age I walked 2 miles still without any difficulty or pain. It is just a joy to know that 12 years later I’m able to continue walking and enjoying pain free knees! Thank you Dr. Lawrence.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Debby Egle – Sep 22, 2023
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Very little wait time. All staff We’re friendly. Dr. Lawrence answered my questions well. He did an amazing job on my broken elbow.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Pat Erickson – Nov 05, 2020
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I have had two hips and a knee done by Dr. Lawrence. He is a very good doctor. I have had no problems with the joints he replaced on me. It is an hour or better wait in office, worth the wait to have a good doctor.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nancy Holland – Sep 29, 2020
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I have had 2 hip replacements by Dr. Lawrence. Yes, sometimes you have to wait at their office. Why? Because, they take time to talk to you and they are the best in the county. If you don't have to wait at a doctors office, it is because they dont have very many patients. People will wait for good doctors. The whole office is fantastic.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nikki – Jan 21, 2020
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I had an Anterior Hip replacement done in 2013 by Dr. Lawrance. He thinks he is better than he is and from experience and first hand knowledge I know that he does not finish his surgeries. To date my hip is not right. I can not lift my leg and can’t walk more than 3-4 blocks without severe pain. Recommend him? Absolutely not. His staff is as condescending as he is.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Patricia in Lakeview , MI – Aug 02, 2019
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He is consistently over an hour late for his appointments. He makes terrible eye contact and barely spends time talking to you. I do not recommend at all!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Fostoria, OH – Oct 13, 2017
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I had anterior hip replacement surgery with Dr. Lawrence on November 1st, 2016 and it was an extremely successful experience for me. My pain level went from a 9 out of 10 to 0 out of 10 right after surgery. My experience with Dr. Lawrence is that he is a very experienced, confident and competent orthopedic surgeon. He was also one of the first, if not the first, to gain expertise in the anterior approach in Genesee County. He is worth the wait.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Bill Neale in Grand Blanc – May 23, 2017
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Very unfriendly. Doesn't make eye contact. Dismissive. Waited 90 minutes to see him and he acted like it was a bother to see the patient. Would not recommend him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Michigan – Apr 21, 2017
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He will not treat auto accident victims or persons who were hurt at work.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Davison, MI – Jan 12, 2017
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Dr Lawrence is very thorough when diagnosing and treating orthopedic issues. He has always taken more than adequate time with me, always explaining my conditions, treatments and anticipated outcomes.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Cliff Schultz in Grand Blanc, MI – Nov 21, 2016
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I would NOT recommend Dr. Lawrence. I had three appointments with Dr. Lawrence. The initial appt. had me waiting 1 1/2 hrs beyond my scheduled appointment before seeing the dr. The follow up appt was another 1 1/2 hrs beyond my appt at which time and had I to leave and reschedule. Appt was rescheduled so I was the first patient to be seen after lunch. I waited 1 hr past my scheduled appt again and I left. I asked to have Dr. Lawrence call me and I never did. That's just blatantly rude.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
15 others found this helpful
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Sue Kocks in Grand Blanc, MI – Jan 23, 2016
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care philosophy

Our mission at Greater Michigan Orthopedics is to meet or exceed the expectations of our patients, providing treatment that is minimally invasive with maximum results. Leading the way in innovative techniques, we continuously seek more and better...read more

biography

Dr. Lawrence has been in private practice since 1988.  He graduated from the University of Michigan – Flint and Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine.  Dr. Lawrence completed his Orthopedic Surgery Residency at Doctor's Hospital...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • A. T. Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, Member

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Up Health System-Portage

    500 Campus Dr
    Hancock, MI 49930

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    11% higher than the national average

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  • Riverview Health

    395 Westfield Rd
    Noblesville, IN 46060

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • Covenant Medical Center Harrison

    1447 N Harrison St
    Saginaw, MI 48602

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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