Kristen Dawson, MD
Primary Location
Medina Hospital Medical Office Building
- Appointment:
- 330.721.5700
- Fax:
- 330.725.5043
Additional Locations
Treatment & Services
- Abdominal Surgery
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Adrenal Surgery
- Appendectomy
- Bile Duct Stone Removal
- Breast Biopsy
- Breast Conservation Surgery
- Breast Diagnostics
- Breast Surgical Oncology
- Breast Ultrasound
- Colon Surgery
- Complex Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy
- Endoscopy
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Gastrectomy
- Gastrointestinal Exams
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
- Hernia Open Repair Surgery
- High Risk Breast Cancer
- Intestinal Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
- Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Biopsy
- Laparoscopic Placement of CAPD Catheters
- Laparoscopic Splenectomy
- Liver Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Breast Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Nipple & Skin Sparing Mastectomy
- Office Ultrasound Guided Biopsy
- Open Inguinal And Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Second Opinion Breast Cancer
- Sentinel Lymph Node Procedures
- Splenectomy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Surgery
- Surgery For Breast Cancer
- Surgery for Diseases Of The Breast
- Surgical Endoscopy and Endoscopic Procedures
- Thyroidectomy
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Abscess
- Abdominal Pain
- Appendicitis
- Benign Breast Disease
- Breast Abscess
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Disease
- Breast Infections
- Breast Lump
- Breast Pain
- Cancer
- Colorectal Cancer
- Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
- Fissure
- Fistulas
- Gallbladder & Biliary Tract Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Gallstones
- Gynecomastia
- Hernias
- Hidradenitis
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Carcinoid Tumors
- Intraductal Papilloma
- Large Intestine Cancer
- Male Breast Cancer
- Nipple Discharge
- Recurrent Breast Cancer
- Sebaceous Cysts
- Sepsis
- Small Intestine Cancer
Insurance
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Appointed
2013
Education & Fellowships
Residency - University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
General Surgery
Madison,
WI USA
2001
Medical Education - University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
M.D.
Cincinnati,
OH USA
1996
Undergraduate - Miami University
Oxford,
OH USA
1992
Certifications
- Surgery - General Surgery
Research & Publications
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191 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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Overall | Star Ratings | |
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Explains | 4.9 | |
Listens | 4.9 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 5 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 5 |
36 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Jan 10, 2023
This was a follow up appointment. Always a pleasure seeing Dr. Dawson
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2023
Was over a month from when I called to see my choice of doctor , which is Dr. Dawson.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2022
Will recommend when possible. Excellent Dr and staff.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022
Dr. Dawson really made me feel comfortable and at ease about my situation.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2022
Dr. Dawson is extremely welcoming, respectful, and helpful. Top notch doctor who truly cares.
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2022
Dr. Dawson is a good communicator, patient, kind, helpful, a good listener.
Reviewed on Sep 29, 2022
LOVED Dr. Dawson
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2022
I was referred by Dr Sahni to Dr Dawson. It took about a week to confirm my appointment of 9/27.
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2022
Dr. Dawson was fantastic. I've never had to deal with the medical issue I currently have, and she really put my mind at ease. I have a very high confidence in her as my surgeon
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2022
Every dr. was respectful and informative.
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2022
Dr. Dawson by far was the best doctor I've ever had. She was compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable. She came highly recommended and exceeded my expectations.
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2022
Love dr Dawson. She's the best. So caring! Listens! She cares about her patients
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2022
Dr. Dawson is the best!
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2022
Dr Dawson is an exceptional physician. She listens, hears, and explains everything In detail.
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2022
Doctor Dawson was very clear on my procedure bth before and after. I will highly recommend her to my family and friends
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2022
All points, excellent , loved Dr. Dawson and her entire staff
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
I contacted Dr. Dawson as a second opinion as to some surgery I was to have. I was able to get an appointment in little over a week.
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022
Dr. Dawson was reassuring and thorough in her examination of a previous surgery I had done from another doctor. I liked her immediately and she was very caring and knowledgeable.
Reviewed on Jul 20, 2022
Dr Dawson was great!
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2022
Dr Lauren Dawson came highly recommended from my friends. My visit with her was excellent. She explained my situation and was very pleasant.
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022
Dr. Dawson Is a kind and most wonderful doctor and person. She makes one feel cared about and comfortable. I would recommend her most wholeheartedly to anyone!
Reviewed on May 19, 2022
The Dr. Was competent, and skilled I will go to see her again and would recommend her to family and friends.
Reviewed on May 4, 2022
Dr. Dawson was very attentive to my needs and questions. Explained everything about my condition and possible options. She listened to my concerns and responded in a sympathetic manner. I felt much better about my condition when I left and that is the most important thing a doctor can do. I will be recommending Dr. Dawson to family and friends.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2022
I liked the Dr. Dawson very much, she was personable and explained the procedure very well.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2022
Only saw Dr Dawson at the hospital for the outpatient colonoscopy. She is outstanding! Makes you feel comfortable & safe & wonderful bed side manners. We cannot say enough on how much we like her. She did surgery in the past on my wife & and say the same about her.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2022
Dr. Dawson was terrific.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2022
Best doctor ever
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2022
Dr Dawson was very kind. She explained the procedure very well. She made me feel at ease. She discussed potential findings and what might happen.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2022
Dr Dawson is a VERY caring person.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2022
Dr. Dawson is a very professional and concerned about your issues
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2022
I truly feel so at ease with doctor Dawson she I truly shows so much compassion and very professional
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2022
Dr Dawson is the best!!!!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2022
Dr Dawson provided excellent care before during and after my surgery
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2022
I am so glad Dr Dawson was in call when I went to the ED! She is an amazing physician and so personable and kind.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2022
She was recommended to me and I'd recommend her to others
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2022
Dr Dawson has an amazing bedside manner, was able to put my nerves as ease, and very informative