Reita L. Lawrence, MD

  • Offers Phone/Video Appointments
4.9 out of 5
186 Ratings, 43 Comments

About Dr. Lawrence

Dr. Reita Lawrence is a pediatrician at Pelican Pediatrics, a location of Children’s Pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from University of Miami School of Medicine in Miami, Florida and completed residency at University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Memphis, Tennessee. Dr. Lawrence is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. She continues to practice medicine because, “I love it! I love being a part of families. I love helping parents raise their children and being there for families in their best and worst moments. It is truly an honor to be someone’s pediatrician. Parents place a measure of trust in their child’s doctor that goes beyond the trust they place even in their own doctors.”

Dr. Lawrence also sees patients at Children’s Pediatrics Laplace, located at 2840 W. Airline Hwy, Laplace, La 70068. To schedule an appointment in Laplace, call 985.652.6359.

Hospital Affiliations Lakeside Hospital, Touro, Children's Hospital New Orleans
Location Information
Education and Experience
  • Medical School
  • University of Miami Miami, FL
    1993
  • Residency
  • University of Tennessee Coll of Medicine Memphis, TN
    1996
  • Board Certification
  • American Board of Pediatrics (Pediatrics)
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  • 4.9Listened Carefully
  • 4.9Explained Understandably
  • 4.9Showed Respect
  • 4.9Gave Enough Information
  • 4.9Provider Rating
4.9out of 5(186 Ratings, 43 Comments)
Mar 14, 2025

Dr. Lawrence is the best pediatrician. She truly listens to the patients as well as the parents.


Mar 14, 2025

Dr. Lawrence and her staff are absolutely amazing!


Feb 25, 2025

Dr. Lawrence takes her time and listens to the patient and parent for every visit. My daughter is comfortable at every visit. We are so thankful for Dr. Lawrence.


Feb 25, 2025

She's so sweet and helpful. Everyone in the office is wonderful.


Feb 24, 2025

Dr. Lawrence always listens to my children's concerns and treats them with the best care. The staff is kind and compassionate as well.


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