
Reita Lawrence, MD
Pediatrics
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Children 0-11
- Teens 12-17
- Young Adults 18-21
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Reita Lawrence
Insurances Accepted
Video
Locations
- Children's Hospital Pediatrics (Pelican Pediatrics) - Kingman St.
- 3100 Kingman Street, Suite 110, Metairie, LA 70006
- Get Directions
- phone: 504.887.6355
- fax: 504.888.3747
- Children's Pediatrics - LaPlace
- 465 Belle Terre Boulevard, La Place, LA 70068
- Get Directions
- phone: 985.652.6359
- fax: 985.652.9850
Expertise
Education
- Residency: University of Tennessee Coll of Medicine, 1996
- Medical Education: University of Miami, 1993
Board Certifications
- Pediatrics: American Board of Pediatrics
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
139 ratings, 35 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
I love both the nurse and the doctor, they were very easy and nice to my son and handled him with great love and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
We love Dr. Lawrence and highly recommend her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2026
Dr. Lawrence and her team is just exceptional. They are always patient, kind, caring, helpful, and will always make my son comfortable. I feel so blessed to have them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
Dr.Lawrence is always so patience and knowledgeable about the problem at hand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/1/2026
Dr. Rita Lawrence is one of the best pediatricians you will ever need for your children. I recommend her to any parent. Thanks. Bye-bye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
I love this provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Dr. Lawrence is amazing and I appreciate her taking her time to get to the bottom of what is going on with my daughters health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2025
Reita Long is an amazing provider. She really listens in depth and explains in depth. And I'm very satisfied with her and I really appreciate the care that she does for my children.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
We've been seeing Dr. Lawrence and team since our son was born. We feel like he always receives the best care possible. The staff is kind and knowledgeable, patient, and always there for us, through well checks and sickness. We highly recommend Dr. Lawrence and her team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Best pediatrician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr. Lawrence is always very attentive and informative with great energy! We love having her as our pediatrician!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
I just love me some Dr. Lawrence!!!! She never miss a beat in over 2 years!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr. Lawrence always provides exceptional care whenever we have to visit with her. The entire staff at the office in Laplace are always kind and courteous and just makes the day good whenever you come, even if you're coming with a sick child.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Keep up the good work!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Always so personable and attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Everything was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr Lawrence is the best. She is so considering and caring and provides the best care to her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/26/2025
I love the office staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Keep up the good work ?
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2025
We moved from Napoleon to Manning and definitely happier with Dr Lawrence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Lawrence always listens and answers questions with care. She's very supportive!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
Dr Lawrence has been my children's pediatrician for over 20 years. She's hands down the best their is!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
Great staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
The appointment was for my 15 yr. old granddaughter. We have been coming to this provider since her dad was a little boy. All my children went here & then their children & my 1 great grandchild go to this office - the staff know us by name, we always feels comfortable & heard. Love our Dr!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
The provider was very thorough, explained everything well, was very patient to all questions I had to ask, and is very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Dr. Lawrence is a great doctor. We always see her. We're seen in a timely manner. She takes her time. She listens and always explains everything very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
My son [patient name] has been going to Pelican Pediatrics since he was a toddler he is now 16. The entire staff are amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
She is hands down the BEST!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
Dr. Lawrence has a wonderful bedside manner. My teenager likes talking to her and doesn't complain about going to the dr when she knows she's going to see Dr. Lawrence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
We love Dr. Lawrence!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
She is caring and fun and so is everyone else; the girls love them!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr. Lawrence and her staff are amazing! They are professional, kind, respectful, best of all friendly. They listen to parents and the child. I have always left their office satisfied with their assessment, knowledge, and care given. I would definitely recommend Dr. Lawrence and her staff to all of my friends and family!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Excellent care for children !!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Even on our very first visit with Dr. Lawrence, we felt so welcomed, heard and understood. She and her team went above and beyond!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
We love Dr Lawrence! She is the greatest with [patient name]. We appreciate her taking the time to answer any questions each visit and being hands on. She's a great listener with [patient name's] needs.