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Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD

Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD

Pediatrics*

Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD is a pediatrician in Shreveport, LA. She is affiliated with Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women's Health. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Locations

WK Center For Pediatrics - South

WK Center For Pediatrics - South2518 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste Aste Shreveport, LA 71118
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Biography

"I went to Louisiana Tech University, graduating in 1995. I then went to medical school at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, finishing in 1999.  My residency in Pediatrics was also ob..."

- Dr. Melissa Lawhon, MD

Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Lawhon is a patient favorite Pediatrician

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  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Lawhon specializes in the area of Pediatrics. 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.
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Lawhon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lawhon

4.3

15 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Apr 22, 2025
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Oct 01, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Nicole Sweet – Dec 22, 2021
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa Christy Hodge – Aug 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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The Daniel’s – May 12, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Brittney – Jan 23, 2021
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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
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Shreveport, LA – Aug 23, 2017
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biography

I went to Louisiana Tech University, graduating in 1995. I then went to medical school at Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport, finishing in 1999.  My residency in Pediatrics was also obtained from LSU School of Medicine...read more
  • Pediatrics

  • Pediatric Medicine

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  • Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • Lsu Health Sciences Center Shreveport School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Lawhon is a patient favorite Pediatrician

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women's Health

      2510 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop
      Shreveport, LA 71118
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