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Dr. Lawrence Handwork, MD

Pediatrics*
5.0 (9)
Map Pin Small Akron, OH
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Lawrence Handwork, MD

Dr. Lawrence Handwork, MD is a Pediatrics Specialist in Akron, OH. They specialize in Pediatrics, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Pediatrics. They graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University and is affiliated with Akron City Hospital, Cleveland Clinic and Akron Children's Hospital. Dr. Handwork, completed a residency at Children's Hospital MC. Patients rated Dr. Handwork an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Handwork works at Practice in Akron, OH. They frequently treat conditions like Newborn Jaundice along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Handwork's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Akron Children's Hospital Pediatrics Fairlawn
    701 White Pond Dr Ste 100, Akron, OH 44320 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (330) 865-1252
    Monday
    07:30 - 19:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 19:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 19:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 19:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    08:30 - 12:00
    Sunday
    10:00 - 16:00
  2. 2
    Akron Children's Hospital Path
    1 Perkins Sq, Akron, OH 44308 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (330) 865-1252

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  • Akron City Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Akron Children's Hospital

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    Specialties*
    • Pediatrics

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    • 38 years of experience
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    • English
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    • 1326015884
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Akron Childrens Hospital
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    Residency
    • Children's Hospital MC
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    Medical Education
    • Northeast Ohio Medical University
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    • Pediatrics
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    Dr. Handwork has seen patients for Newborn Jaundice, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Handwork on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Handwork. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Handwork.

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