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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 is an Obstetrician Gynecologist in Lakewood Ranch, FL.
Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD
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Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD

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

Offers telehealth

Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD is an Obstetrician Gynecologist in Lakewood Ranch, FL.

About

Dr. Runnels graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 2005 and completed a residency at LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine.Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD is an Obstetrician Gynecologist in Lakewood Ranch, FL and has 19 years experience. Dr. Runnels currently practices at First Physicians Group and are affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital. At present, Dr. Runnels received an average rating of 2.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Dr. Runnels' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Runnels is board certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Perimenopause
Atrophic Vaginitis
Colposcopy
Perimenopause
Atrophic Vaginitis
Colposcopy
Perimenopause
Atrophic Vaginitis
Colposcopy
Herpes Simplex Infection
HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
Intrauterine Growth Restriction
Preeclampsia
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Hysterosalpingo Sonography
Obstetric Ultrasound
Pregnancy Ultrasound
Abdominal Disorders
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Acute Vaginitis
Adenomyosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Blood Disorders in Pregnancy
Brain Disorders
Breech Position
Cervical Cancer
Cervicitis
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coagulation Defects in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Encounters for Normal Pregnancies
Endometriosis
Excessive Menstrual Bleeding
Female Infertility
Genital Herpes
Gestational Diabetes
High Risk Pregnancy
Hypertension
Mastodynia
Maternal Anemia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Menstrual Disorders
Miscarriages
Multiple Gestation
Nausea
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Nipple Discharge
Noninflammatory Cervical Disorders
Obesity
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Osteopenia
Ovarian Cysts
Pap Smear Abnormalities
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Pregestational Diabetes Mellitus
Pregnancy-Related Disorders
Sickle Cell Disease
Symptomatic Menopause
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Uterine Cancer
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine Prolapse
Vaginal and Pelvic Prolapse
Vaginal Prolapse
Yeast Infections
Birth Control
C-Section
Colpopexy
Colpopexy with Robotic Assist
Colporrhaphy
Colporrhaphy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Cervix
Fetal Cardiac Monitoring
Fetal Monitoring
Intrauterine Device (IUD) Placement
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Open Hysterectomy
Osteoporosis Screening
Ovarian Cancer Screening
Pap Smear
Pregnancy Test
Removal of Reproductive Organs (Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, Salpingectomy, Salpingo-Oophorectomy, Resection of Peritoneal Malignancy)
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Delivery (VBAC)
Vaginal Delivery and VBAC
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Coventry Health Care
  • PPO Plus PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana PPO
  • HealthPlus
  • PHCS Network PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Peoples Health
  • Choice Care PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Beech Street (Multiplan)
  • Private HealthCare Systems
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • Aetna
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    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Medicaid
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Gilsbar 360
  • Navigate POS
  • Medicare
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • TriCare for Life
  • GEHA

Locations

  1. 1 First Physicians Group Obstetrics and Gynecology
    14405 Arbor Green Trl, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 262-0055
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
  2. 2 Alisha Ware MD and Willis-Knighton Medical Center
    2508 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 201, Shreveport, LA 71118
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (318) 212-5790
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3 SMH Physician Services Inc
    5880 Rand Blvd Ste 201, Sarasota, FL 34238
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 262-0055
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:00
  4. 4 Office
    14405 Arbor Green Trl, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 917-7080
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
  5. 5 SMH Physician Services Inc.
    1921 Waldemere St Ste 307, Sarasota, FL 34239
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 917-8565
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:45
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:45
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:45
    Friday
    08:30 - 16:00

Patient Satisfaction

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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Patient Reviews
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
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport School of Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Runnels' profile.

Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Lauren Runnels, MD holds board certification in Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL