Dr. Lawrence Dorr, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
At a glance
5.00 stars (7 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from University of Iowa, Doctor of Medicine
Works at Keck Medicine of USC - Orthopedic Surgery
Affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC
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Popular visit reasons
Arthritis
Hip Pain
Hip Replacement Surgery
Joint Injection
Knee Pain
Knee Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Partial Knee Replacement
Arthritis
Hip Pain
Hip Replacement Surgery
Joint Injection
More about Dr. Lawrence Dorr, MD
Dr. Dorr is a professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. He is an international leader in the field of joint replacement of the hip and knee and has contributed significantly to advances in treatment options. His pioneering research has aided in the design of widely used orthopaedic implants as well as small incisions and the use of computer navigation for total hip replacement. An international speaker and writer Dr. Dorr has authored a book on surgical techniques and numerous journal articles. He is a founding editor of the Journal of Arthroplasty former editor-in-chief of Techniques in Orthopaedics and serves on the editorial boards of several other prominent journals. He is a founder and past president of the Knee Society and the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and a past president of the Hip Society. He has received the Humanitarian of the Year Award from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons for founding Operation Walk a charitable organization that provides free hip and knee replacements in the United States and abroad. Honored as one of the Best Doctors in American for the past eight years Dr. Dorr received his medical degree from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and completed his fellowship training in orthopaedics/arthritis surgery at The Hospital for Special Surgery in New York.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - University of Iowa, Doctor of Medicine
Los Angeles County+University of Southern California Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
Los Angeles County+University of Southern California Medical Center, Internship in Orthopedic Surgery
Hospital for Special Surgery, Fellowship in Arthritis and Joint Replacement
Practice
Affiliation
Keck Hospital of USC
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Professional memberships
American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
Awards and publications
Los Angeles Magazine: Top Doctors, 2018
Operation Walk and Masters Series: 20 Year Celebration as Founder, 2016
Castle Connolly: America's Top Doctors, 2016-2017
Why total knees fail-A modern perspective review World J Orthop. 2018 Apr 18; 9(4):60-64.
The Current Knowledge on Spinopelvic Mobility J Arthroplasty. 2018 Jan; 33(1):291-296.
What's Important: Giving Back J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2017 Aug 02; 99(15):e81.
Outpatient Arthroplasty is Here Now Instr Course Lect. 2016; 65:531-46.
Predictability of Acetabular Component Angular Change with Postural Shift from Standing to Sitting Position J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2014 Jun 18; 96(12):978-986.
Letter to the Editor: Editor's Spotlight/Take 5: No Benefit after THA Performed with Computer-assisted Cup Placement: 10-year Results of a Randomized Controlled Study Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2017 02; 475(2):565-566.
CORR Insights(®): Does Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease Influence Femoroacetabular Flexion in Patients Undergoing Total Hip Arthroplasty? Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2016 08; 474(8):1798-801.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1053369371
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.71
Bedside manner
5.00
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7 reviews
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Excellent. Highly recommended fast and friendly and to the point.
More than 1 year agoDE
Excellent.
More than 1 year agoKC
Was very satisfied.
More than 1 year agoMM
It went great.
More than 1 year agoBC
More than 1 year agoDC
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Which hospital is Dr. Lawrence Dorr affiliated with?
Dr. Lawrence Dorr is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC.
What practice does Dr. Lawrence Dorr work with?
Dr. Lawrence Dorr works with Keck Medicine of USC - Orthopedic Surgery.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Dorr have?
Dr. Lawrence Dorr is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Lawrence Dorr?
Dr. Lawrence Dorr frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hip Pain, Knee Pain, Knee Problems, and Orthopedic Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Lawrence Dorr on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Lawrence Dorr speak?
Dr. Lawrence Dorr speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Lawrence Dorr in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Dr. Lawrence Dorr. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.71/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.