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Dr. Lawrence Sowka, MD

Dr. Lawrence Sowka, MD

Vascular Surgery*

Dr. Lawrence Sowka, MD is a vascular surgeon in Lakeland, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Winter Haven Hospital and Bartow Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

1305 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805

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Dr. Sowka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sowka

3.3
7 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Fl, F; Mar 2019 never met a doctor like Dr. Sowka. I feel sorry for him. Sowka is one of the best. He wont lie and will look you in the eye and tell it like it is.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Seen hm before. So did my husband. – Mar 20, 2020
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This man is an angel. He saved my wife’s life when other’s refused to be involved. She suffered a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm on 4/12/19 and is home recovering. Everyone involved with her case has told us what a miracle he performed. We will never be able to thank him enough for stepping in and saving our lives.
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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Bob Patterson in Lakeland, FL – Jun 29, 2019
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I was obviously a patient of these voodoo medicine specialists at one time or another. I have come to the conclusion that what they actually specialize in is "Billing". I have paid over $6000 for nothing. My condition has not been changed one bit. When you "See a Doctor", it's kind of like meeting a stranger at a bus stop. "How are you"? "Okay I guess". "Fine - goodbye!" My Insurance company tells me that the bills they're sending to me are NOT considered reasonable by Medicare. Tough!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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FL, FL – Mar 06, 2019
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About Me

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Dr. Lawrence Sowka, MD is a vascular surgeon in Lakeland, FL. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Winter Haven Hospital and Bartow Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Vascular Surgery

  • Vascular & Interventional Radiology

  • Angiography

  • Thoracoabdominal Surgery

  • Endovascular Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Grt Ormond St Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991
  • University Of Miami Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1989
  • Temple University

    Residency Hospital, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Radiology & Imaging Specialists of Lakeland1305 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland, FL 33805
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Bartow Regional Medical Center

    2200 Osprey Blvd
    Bartow, FL 33830

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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  • South Florida Baptist Hospital

    301 N Alexander St
    Plant City, FL 33563

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

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  • Lakeland Regional Medical Center

    1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd
    Lakeland, FL 33805
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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