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Dr. Mark Lawler, MD

Dr. Mark Lawler, MD

Pain Management*

Dr. Mark Lawler, MD is a pain management specialist in Novato, CA. Dr. Lawler has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery and Hip & Pelvic Surgery. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Novato Community Hospital and Marinhealth Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

7100 Redwood Blvd Ste 200 Novato, CA 94945
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lawler specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Lawler's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawler

4.5
17 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Wonderful Doctor
Dr. Lawler explained all the options regarding my hip problem. I decided on a cortisone shot into the hip area, and I have been without pain for the last 2 months. So much better than a surgery. I can’t say enough about what a caring person Dr.Mark Lawler is. Sincerely, Laurel Young
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
2 others found this helpful
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Laurel Young – Sep 01, 2023
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Dr. Lawler is very professional. He did an excellent job with the PRP in my hip.
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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J. G. – Nov 19, 2021
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Dr Lawler is a great listener, an honest true believer in PRP. I was amazed with how much time he was willing to spend talking and listening to me. I'd recommend this practice to everyone!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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James L. – Oct 20, 2021
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Dr. Lawler is great!!!!! always honest, informative and comfortable to talk with.
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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Karen P. – Oct 13, 2021
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injection in right knee due to patella injury.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mark C. – Apr 14, 2021
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Dr Lawler is a physician’s physician. Personable, compassionate, experienced and kind, he’s everything one could want in a physician. I recommend him highly.
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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Eric J. – Apr 07, 2021
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I had PRP injected into my knee and it is better now than it was 10 years ago. I thought that I would need surgery, but the PRP fixed it. I have now been getting injections for my tendinosis in my elbow. Dr. Lawler and his staff are so caring and kind. I am looking forward to similarly successful results.
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
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Juliana W. – Jan 05, 2021
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Dr. Mark Lawler M.D. is extremely respectful and sincere,I highly recommend. Dr. Lawler explains injury in a well educated way you can understand. His staff, nurse and technician are very kind and professional. I Know I'am in good hands with my injury and I will be pain free in the future. California Orthopedics & Spine. Thank you
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
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Jill Z. – Feb 13, 2020
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Dr. Lawler has treated nearly every member of my family. When the 4-year-old broke his collar bone, Dr. Lawler saw us immediately, patiently answered all of my frantic, worried-mama questions, and saw us through to recovery with frequent check-ins and reassurances. When the 12-year-old broke his wrist, Dr. Lawler saw us immediately and then met us at his office ON A SATURDAY to take x-rays and have his amazing staff cast the wrist. He told us exactly where we could pick up a shower sleeve, again patiently answered my bazillion care questions, and realistically set our expectations for heal time. When I blew a lumbar disc, he personally delivered a prescription TO OUR HOME and got us in to see a surgeon in short order. Dr. Lawler makes you feel like you're the most important patient he has. He provides top-notch orthopedic care, with a big heart. He will go out of his way for your health and well-being. If he can't help you, he will find the best possible person who can.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Melanie Stoll – Sep 23, 2019
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Dr Lawler is AMAZING. He talks to you like a real person, excellent bedside manner. He is very knowledgeable and takes as much time as needed to explain everything. My surgery went perfectly. The after care is outstanding. Everyone in his office is friendly and helpful. I am so glad to of gotten to have him as a doctor.
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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Amy Bradt – Sep 04, 2019
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Dr Lawler is kind, empathetic and clinically excellent. His office staff are friendly, outgoing and efficient. Dr Lawler spent a great deal of time with us and explained what the isue was and the proposed treatment. I could not have been more pleased. Extraordinary orthopedic surgeon
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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Oct 17, 2018
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In addition to Marin Sports and Orthopedics, Dr. Lawler is part of the Future Medical Group- the Center for Regenerative Medicine, also in Novato. About 3 months ago I had stem cell injections in 3 joints in an effort to stimulate cartilage growth and prevent the need for surgery in these joints. It takes 2-8 months to fully determine the results of the procedure, but I feel that I got excellent care from Dr. Lawler. The procedure was simple and he is clearly expert at what he does.
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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Beth Reed in Novato, CA – Apr 15, 2018
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Words can't express how amazing this surgeon is. After years of pain and being brushed off by other MD's Dr Lawler took the time to review all my records and to listen. I mean really listen. He came up with a plan and we are working through it. He is incredibly responsive to email, he never ever has made me feel rushed when I am there to see him. He is kind beyond words and truly wants to help. If your looking for a skilled, yet compassionate and kind MD, this is the right doctor for you. I am a
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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Cyndie L – Dec 21, 2017
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I had arthroscopic knee surgery to clean up a torn meniscus tendon 5 days ago and I have been crutch-free since I got out of the facility! I cannot believe how little pain there has been and I have had no problem sleeping through the night either. Dr. Lawler is kind, funny, professional and explained everything to me so I could understand what was wrong and what would be happening to make it better. And the staff was also very friendly - I would totally recommend him for care!
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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Lynes Downing in Novato, CA – Nov 22, 2017
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I had arthroscopic hip surgery to repair a torn labrum eight years ago. I have not had a pain free day since then. When I followed up with the doctor regarding the pain sent me to a pain management doctor and I had no improvement. He concluded he could not help me further. When I returned several years later he did not know why I was still experiencing so much pain and weakness other than to suggest I might have bursitis.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sebastopol, CA – Aug 23, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Patients always come first in Dr. Lawler's world. He strives to make every patient feel like an individual and takes great pride in understanding the issues at hand so he can provide a comprehensive, long-term solution. Dr. Lawler works hard...read more

biography

Dr. Mark Lawler grew up in the Los Angeles area and was an avid athlete throughout his youth. In fact, he went on to compete in the collegiate circuit on the track and field team, specializing in pole vaulting. His interactions with orthopedic...read more
  • Pain Management

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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  • Palo Alto Medical Clinic And Foundation

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • Palo Alto Medical Clinic - Sports Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2000
  • University Of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

  • English

  • Spanish

Locations

Practice

Mark S Lawler MD Inc.7100 Redwood Blvd Ste 200 Novato, CA 94945
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Marin General Hospital250 Bon Air Rd Greenbrae, CA 94904
2
Unavail7100 Redwood Blvd Ste 150 Novato, CA 94945
3

Practice

Unavail18 Bon Air Rd Larkspur, CA 94939
4
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Novato Community Hospital

    180 Rowland Way
    Novato, CA 94945
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sonoma Valley Hospital

    347 Andrieux St
    Sonoma, CA 95476

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Marinhealth Medical Center

    250 Bon Air Rd
    Greenbrae, CA 94904
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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