Lawrence General Hospital
Patients that would definitely recommend
6% lower than the national average
Lawrence General Hospital is a medical facility located in Lawrence, MA. This hospital has been recognized for America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™, America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™, and more.
Awards
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America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2022)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
Specialty Clinical Quality Awards

America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2022, 2020)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2021)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

Stroke Care Excellence Award™ (2020)
Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Heart Attack
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Heart Failure
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Mortality Based Ratings
Pulmonary Embolism
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Respiratory Failure
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Sepsis
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Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Bowel Obstruction
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
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Pancreatitis
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Specialty Excellence Awards

America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™
2022, 2020

Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™
2021
Mortality Based Ratings
Stroke
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Specialty Excellence Awards

Stroke Care Excellence Award™
2020
Complication Based Ratings
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Back and Neck Surgeries (without Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Lawrence General Hospital
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Chris Jun 29 2022
Review for Dr. Williams
Best Doctor ever. Hands down. His talent is beyond exceptional.
John C. Jun 29 2022
Review for Dr. Scannell
I have had Dr Zappala for many years to treat recurring stones. He is extremely skilled and knowledgeable and I always have confidence in his treatment options. As well, he is personable and kind. Highly recommend.
Gail H Jun 29 2022
Review for Dr. Zappala
I had my 2nd follow up visit today 2 months after total knee replacement. Happy to say I feel ten years younger with my new knee! Best decision to have it replaced and not even one overnight in a hospital. Thank you, Dr. Andriola.
Linda A, Bradford MA Jun 24 2022
Review for Dr. Andriola
Location
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Leaving this review as Dr. Williams isn't deserving of the 1 Star review someone left about the practice itself. I am a new patient of hers, but she was very patient and listened to everything I had to say. I never felt rushed or felt that her attention was being pulled somewhere else. She is...