Overview
Dr. Christopher Lawrance is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon who treats adult patients ages 18 and older. He specializes in general cardiac surgery, including coronary artery bypass grafting for coronary disease; surgical cardiac ablation for atrial fibrillation; mechanical circulatory support (e.g. ECMO, Impella) for high-risk cardiac surgery and/or cardiogenic shock; TAVR/valvular surgery; aortic surgery for aneurysms and aortic dissections; and pacemaker implantation. Dr. Lawrance values the significant trust and confidence his patients place in him to surgically treat their heart disease, while also allowing him to educate and comfort them during a particularly stressful time in their lives. Dr. Lawrance is an assistant professor in the Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. He is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons; Southern Thoracic Surgical Association; and Extracorporeal Life Support Organization. Fun fact: He enjoys music, video games, and trying new restaurants.
Dr. Lawrance is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Cardiogenic Shock, Arterial Embolism, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1225 S. Grand Blvd., Second Level, St. Louis, MO 63104
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Dr. Lawrance has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher Lawrance
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lawrance?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lawrance by calling their office at 314-617-3889. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher Lawrance a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher Lawrance is classified as an Advanced expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher Lawrance specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher Lawrance is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Aortic Valve Stenosis, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Christopher Lawrance participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Lawrance has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher Lawrance's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher Lawrance accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher Lawrance accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-617-3889 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Lawrance isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
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- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Lawrance isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Lawrance isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Lawrance isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Cardiogenic ShockDr. Lawrance isExperienced. Learn about Cardiogenic Shock.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Lawrance isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- EndocarditisDr. Lawrance isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.