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Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology* Age 48
Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD
2.5 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology* Age 48
Lakewood Ranch, FL
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD works in Lakewood Ranch, FL as an Obstetrician Gynecologist and has 19 years experience.

They are board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology and graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 2005. Dr. Runnels completed a residency at LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine. At present, Dr. Runnels has received an average rating of 2.5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. They are affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Runnels practices at First Physicians Group in Lakewood Ranch, FL and has additional offices in Sarasota, FL and Shreveport, LA.

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Medicare
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Cigna PPO
  • Curative EPO
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  • Medicaid
  • PHCS Network PPO
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • TriCare for Life
  • Navigate POS

Locations

  1. 1 First Physicians Group Obstetrics and Gynecology
    14405 Arbor Green Trl, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
  2. 2 SMH Physician Services Inc.
    1921 Waldemere St Ste 307, Sarasota, FL 34239
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:45
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:45
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:45
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:00
  3. 3 SMH Physician Services Inc
    5880 Rand Blvd Ste 201, Sarasota, FL 34238
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:00
  4. 4 Office
    14405 Arbor Green Trl, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
  5. 5 Alisha Ware MD and Willis-Knighton Medical Center
    2508 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 201, Shreveport, LA 71118
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Runnels
2.5
Based on 18 Reviews
5 Stars (6)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (10)

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Mar 06, 2024
My visit to Dr. Runnels went great. She was recommended by the receptionist at First Physician Group where I am a patient. Being new to Fl., I didn’t have a clue who to select as my new Doctor. I’m totally happy and she will continue to be my gynecologist.
Margaret Meegan — Mar 06, 2024
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Specialties*
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
Board Certifications
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  • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
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Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Runnels accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Runnels' office to make an appointment.

Dr. Runnels accepts Aetna, Anthem and Beech Street (Multiplan) as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Runnels accepts here.

Dr. Runnels has a star rating of 2.5/5 and has been reviewed 18 times.

Dr. Runnels is board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Dr. Runnels has been practicing as an Obstetrician Gynecologist for 19 years.

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