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Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD

Accepting New Patients

(151 Ratings)

Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Medical College of Wisconsin (1987)

Professional interests include: anxiety, palliative care, chronic illness, and more.

1700 W PARADISE DRIVE
WEST BEND, WI 53095

(262) 334-3451

Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD is an internist in WEST BEND, WI specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine). He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1987 and has 39 years of experience. Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD is affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network.

Office Locations

1700 W PARADISE DRIVE
WEST BEND, WI 53095

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Some issues Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD can help you with:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.

Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:

Generalized anxiety disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Social phobia
Panic disorder

Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.

Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.

There are three main types of ADHD:

Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive types show symptoms such as constant fidgeting, talking non-stop, touching everything, having trouble sitting still and waiting their turn, and interrupting others.
Predominantly inattentive types tend to be distracted, get bored and wander off during tasks, forget things or instructions, daydream, and appear not to be listening. This type is sometimes misdiagnosed because they are not hyperactive and there are fewer behavior issues.
Combined types show symptoms from both categories. This is actually the most common type of ADHD.

When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.

Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.

ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
Unusual sleep or eating habits
Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
Physical aches and pains
Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2012 were lab tests, preventive care and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1309
ear procedures	14
lab tests	312
preventive care	146

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2013 were lab tests, preventive care and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1230
ear procedures	18
lab tests	320
preventive care	141

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	279
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	112
From 75 to 84	99
85 and over	43
Less than 65	38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	28
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2014 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1179
lab tests	200
preventive care	130

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	150

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	258
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	104
From 75 to 84	89
85 and over	41
Less than 65	37

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	24
Dementia	9
Cancer	6

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2015 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	1056
lab tests	166
preventive care	132

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	242
Female	272

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	488
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	196
From 75 to 84	174
85 and over	72
Less than 65	72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	23
Dementia	9
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2016 were lab tests and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	911
lab tests	179
preventive care	117

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	231
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	87
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	39
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	26
Dementia	10
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2017 were lab tests, preventive care and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	828
ear procedures	12
lab tests	245
preventive care	88

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	124

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	217
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	78
85 and over	33
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2018 were preventive care, vaccines and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	332
lab tests	16
preventive care	31
vaccines	31

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	117
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	233
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	92
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	38
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2018

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	27
Dementia	13
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2019 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	556
preventive care	66
vaccines	66

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	170
Female	171

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	321
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	114
85 and over	54
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2019

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	32
Dementia	12
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2020 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	473
preventive care	71
vaccines	71

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	133

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	252
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	98
From 75 to 84	95
85 and over	40
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2020

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	12
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI during 2021 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	487
preventive care	49
vaccines	49

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	131
Female	110

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	226
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	97
From 75 to 84	81
85 and over	39
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2021

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	502

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	180
Female	154

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	312
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	125
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	57
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	33
Dementia	7
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated as an internist in WEST BEND, WI were lab tests, preventive care, vaccines and ear procedures.

doctor visit	805
ear procedures	14
lab tests	205
preventive care	97
vaccines	54

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD.

**Gender**
Male	130
Female	140

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	256
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	92
85 and over	41
Less than 65	33
65 to 74	103

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	25
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	8
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1987. He completed residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is certified by the Internal Medicine and has a state license in Connecticut.

Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin (1987)

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center (1989)

Board Certification: Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Connecticut

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Medical College of Wisconsin

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 151 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in WEST BEND, WI.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-20

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I liked that Dr. Lawrence spent the proper amount of time necessary to cover everything. He provides a very thorough and thoughtful exam. He asks the proper questions, seeks accurate information and provides proper plan going forward. He has a very thorough understanding of patients history. He knows his patients well. Very good Dr. I wish there were more like him.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-11-10

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Dr. L addressed a couple issues that were not directly related to my reason for the appointment. I forgot my AVS and the receptionist at check-in accommodated by printing it for me

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-10-17

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Dr Lawrence is an excellent physician. Before the appointment he has studied the patient's chart and test results. He is very personable and very thorough with the physical exam.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-09-23

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He is an amazing doctor who gives you the time needed rather than rushing to get to the next patient.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-23

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Dr lawrence is a compassionate listener who shows respect for and listens to his patients

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-05-22

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Dr. Lawrence is an outstanding doctor. Very thorough! Listens and explains everything!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-02

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I greatly appreciate the time taken to address my history and specific needs.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-06-10

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It felt good to have a care plan for situation. Thankful for that.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-09-07

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Always enjoy Dr Lawrence. He is very professional and thorough.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-12-01

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I really am this satisfied. Great reapport with Dr,. And staff.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. David Robert Lawrence, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Pfizer Inc.	$389 ELIQUIS $281	VYNDAQEL $49	VIAGRA $30	CHANTIX $29
Actavis Pharma Inc	$119 NAMENDA XR $52	BYSTOLIC $40	LINZESS $14	VIIBRYD $6	NAMZARIC $6
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$104 XARELTO $102	INVOKANA $2
Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc.	$85 Brintellix $85
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$44 NON-PRODUCT $30	ZEMURON $14
Other	$140 BUTRANS $22	Vesicare $19	BYDUREON WEEKLY $17	NAMENDA XR $16	DALIRESP $15	Other $51

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$781
Education	$100

Biography

These areas are among Dr. David Lawrence's clinical interests: sexually transmitted diseases (STds), depression, and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. He attended Medical College of Wisconsin for medical school and subsequently trained at Mount Sinai Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut for residency. Dr. Lawrence is affiliated with Medical College of Wisconsin and Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network. He welcomes new patients at his office inWest Bend, WI as reported by Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Regional Health Network.