Michael T. Lawton
Expertise in
47
conditions
Expertise in
47
conditions
2910 N 3rd Ave, 
Phoenix, AZ 

Overview

Michael Lawton is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Lawton is highly rated in 47 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Brain Aneurysm, Extracranial-Intracranial Bypass Surgery, and Cerebral Artery Bypass Surgery. Dr. Lawton is currently accepting new patients.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 945 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

MD, Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine - 1990

Residency

Barrow Neurological Institute, Neurosurgery - 1991,1997

Specialties

Neurosurgery
Neurology

Licenses

Neurological Surgery in CA

Board Certifications

Neurosurgery-American Board Of Neurological Surgery

Fellowships

Barrow Neurological Institute, Cerebrovascular and Skull Base Surgery - 1995,1996
University of California, San Francisco, Endovascular Surgery - 2008,2011

Hospital Affiliations

Dignity Health St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
MercyCare
  • EPO
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Barrow Brain and Spine
2910 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael T. Lawton

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael T. Lawton?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael T. Lawton by calling their office at 602-406-3181. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Michael T. Lawton a top-rated expert for Arteriovenous Malformation?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael T. Lawton is classified as an Elite expert for Arteriovenous Malformation, 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. Michael T. Lawton specialize in?

While Dr. Michael T. Lawton is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, and Brain Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.

Does Dr. Michael T. Lawton participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Michael T. Lawton has published 945 articles and abstracts on conditions like Arteriovenous Malformation. You can view a list of Dr. Michael T. Lawton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Michael T. Lawton accept my insurance?

Dr. Michael T. Lawton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 602-406-3181 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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