K. Michele Lawson, DO
Rheumatologist
Physician Profile
Kathryn "Michele" Lawson, DO, is a board-certified rheumatologist who pays careful attention to the impact a rheumatologic condition can have on a patient’s overall health. Dr. Lawson’s goal is to help patients navigate through the different treatment options to find the right fit for them. Her areas of expertise include:
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Rheumatoid arthritis
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Psoriatic arthritis
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Gout
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Myositis
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Osteoporosis
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Lupus
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Spondyloathropagies
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Vasculitis and polymyalgia rheumatica
Specialties:
Rheumatologist
An Internist (Rheumatologist) who treats diseases of joints, muscle, bones and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and treats arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries and collagen diseases.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Internist
An Internist is a personal physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and in the hospital, managing both common and complex illnesses of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and the digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
American Board of Internal Medicine
Education & Training:
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Nova Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, FL
1997 - 2001
Hospital Affiliation:
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Baptist Medical Center South
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Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville
Legal Practice Name:
Baptist Primary Care, Inc.
From the Doctor:
I am a Florida native who practiced as a hospitalist in Tampa and Chicago before completing a two-year fellowship in rheumatology. As a board-certified internist, I spend time reviewing my patient’s medical records prior to each office visit so that I have a good understanding of their entire health history.
Safety is a top priority for me and attention to detail is important given the complexities of medications. While I am excited to offer the most advanced and comprehensive treatments available, I also understand that in some cases close monitoring is all that is needed and a less aggressive approach is sometimes best.