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Dr. Lauren Schwartz, MD

Dr. Lauren Schwartz, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Lauren Schwartz, MD is a neurosurgeon in Loxahatchee, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Universidad Iberoamerican Medical School in 2001. She is affiliated with HCA Florida Palms West Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Dr. Schwartz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Schwartz specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Schwartz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schwartz

4.7
26 ratings, 22 with a written review
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Never seen a doctor like Dr. Schwartz
I never seen a doctor like Dr. Schwartz. I called her office at 10am and she was in my hospital by 11:30 am. I was getting over a spinal infection. While being a high risk patient, she agreed to help me and assemble a team to best care for me. She called me, cammed with me or visited me daily. Never seen a more dedicated doctor. My spine was severely damaged from the infection. If it wasn’t for Dr. Schwartz, I would have been bed bound and in eternal pain. She relieved me of damage and the pain. 4 & half years later and I can get out of bed and walk around like nothing.If you ever need a neurosurgeon, I’d recommend you seeking her out. You won’t regret it.
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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Larry Forshner – Mar 10, 2025
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Best of the best
Dr. Schwartz met with us after another doctor had performed neurosurgery on my wife for brain cancer. She helped me and my family with the path forward and her insight into the disease and treatment was invaluable. You couldn't find a more compassionate or caring doctor. I will always remember her kindness at a time when we needed it most.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 26, 2025
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About 11 years ago,. God put my daughter’s life “Sydney Gomez” on Dr. Schwartz hands,, thank God and Her, my daughter has a normal life.. ??. I love that woman.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Herman G – Nov 23, 2022
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A Saving Grace
During a recent stay in the hospital another neurologist was called in for an opinion which left my family and myself in dire straits with his diagnosis which fortunately for me turned out to be completely false! Dr. Schwartz was the on-call neurologist and came to see me unknowingly after the first neurologist had talk to me. After reviewing my scans and reports she did not see anything of the sort of what I was originally told. After some follow up she literally called me that night while I was still in the hospital and gave me the hope and the information we so desperately needed. Dr. Schwartz continued to see me until I was discharged and I just have to praise her for her bedside manner, demeanor and personal affect Which meant so much to myself and my family. We would definitely recommend her and will turn to her for any future needs.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Phyllis Gauger – Oct 07, 2022
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Dr Schwartz came into our lives unexpectedly but we are so thankful she did. My husband went in to the ER and had to have emergency back surgery. It was then discovered he had a brain defect he never knew about. Dr Schwartz had to do 3 surgeries at one time on his back and his brain. If she had not found this defect and only fixed his back out he could've been paralyzed. Dr Schwartz is humble, smart, thorough and knows what she is doing. She goes the extra mile to ensure the proper diagnosis and treatment is done and she answered every single question we had. She is top notch and we wouldn't go to anyone else. We have 100% confidence in her. Dr Schwartz is truly is an awesome neurosurgeon and only wants the absolute best for her patients. She is not in it for the fame or money she truly loved what she does and does it for the right reasons. If you are second guessing yourself in choosing her do not..make sure you choose her!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2021
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Dr. Lauren Schwartz is a blessing and truly amazing Dr!! I waited a year because of insurance just to go to her and it was well worth it! She is attentive, caring, and straight forward. I love the fact that she speaks to you like a person and gives you so much information on what she's going to do for you. I had a VP shunt placed almost 2 weeks ago and it went amazing. From admission to surgery and after she was spot on for me. I can't thank her enough. If you have to have neurosurgery done check her out. You won't be disappointed. This is a Dr. I trust 100% with my life. Thank you Dr. Schwartz I'll be forever grateful!
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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Stephanie Young – Sep 18, 2019
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If you want to see angel ?? you should meet with Dr Schwartz she is one best neurosurgeon and very kind person my husband had recently brain surgery and she did great job it’s 100% successful St.mary hospital should proud that have Dr. Schwartz as neurosurgeon
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sonia – Jun 13, 2019
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Dr. Schwartz is awesome she is very caring and takes time to explain things to you she makes you feel comfortable she is very trustworthy I would recommend her to anyone her staff is great and always a pleasure
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 31, 2019
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Dr Schwartz is very caring and personable. She takes her time with you. Very happy with the Doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 29, 2019
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Dr. Schwartz is very good at what she does. She is straightforward and to the point. She gives her recommendations and options that best fits the patient. She took great care of me at St. Mary’s Hospital after my head trauma.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 29, 2019
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She is sincere and recommends what is best for the patient, not her income. Surgery is the last option, but if needed, her record is impeccable and she is listed as the top neurosurgeon in West Palm Beach and well deserved. I had the benefit of working with her when helping children from Central/South America which she did for free because it wasn't about money, but about helping a suffering children . She was also in the news for miraculously saving a child with drive by gunshot wound in head. Search local news...you will see a TV broadcast regarding this child's incredible full recovery and perhaps had 10% survival rate. She is not just a neurosurgeon but an artist of life saving. I see one fake review in here...disregard that review as it probably is a jealous competitor since they mention names of others. The thing is, Dr Schwartz doesn't care about the competition, but rather saving lives. That is what I have learn when she provided these volunteer services. Thank you!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 25, 2019
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The best doctor ever,
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2019
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Excellent Doctor helpful in every aspect of our concerns.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2019
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Very careing doctor trustworthy I would recommend her to anyone staff is lovley
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 09, 2019
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Dr. Schwartz has performed successful surgeries on my son (skull) and my husband (back) and always took the time to make sure we understood what was happening every step of the way. Dr. Schwartz even took time to explain my son's condition to his oral surgeon before wisdom teeth removal.. a consult the oral surgeon said was quite rare. Her staff assistant, Vicki, is kind and diligent in scheduling follow-up care. Trust in Dr. Schwartz and her staff will be well placed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 21, 2019
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Dr. Schwartz operated on my mother and did her post op care. Dr. Schwartz was great about explaining step by step what was going to happen with the surgery. She took the time to answer all the questions and concerns. My (our) experience was positive.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 12, 2019
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My first experience with Dr. Schwartz was great. She was very informative and took the time to answer all my questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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West palm beach, FL – Mar 04, 2019
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Dr. Schwartz is a very nice doctor. Always answers all my questions and concerns I have. Very nice staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 30, 2019
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very good , she is very thorough. very attentive, answered all questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jan 22, 2019
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Dr. Is Kind & Caring. Her staff member Vicky goes out of her way to help
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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FL – Dec 18, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Schwartz's patient care philosophy is to view each patient as a human being first- an individual with an illness- not the other way around. She believes that the treatment of neurosurgical disease requires an approach that is tailored to the...read more

biography

Dr. Lauren Schwartz is a Board-Certified Neurosurgeon. She has additional fellowship training in Pediatric Neurosurgery and Cerebrovascular Surgery. Dr. Schwartz works closely with one of the top pediatric craniofacial plastic surgeons in...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Mount Sinai Medical Center|ochsner Clinic Foundation Program

    Residency Hospital, 2004
  • Universidad Iberoamerican Medical School

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Schwartz is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida Palms West Hospital

      13001 Southern Blvd
      Loxahatchee, FL 33470
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      78%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% lower than the national average

      72%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      5% higher than the national average

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