About
Dr. Nicole Lawrence earned her MD from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. During medical school, she participated in a selective research program on aging at Harvard Medical School, studying with the nation's leading faculty in geriatric medicine. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of California, Irvine, then went on to a Geriatric Medicine fellowship at UCLA. She holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. The Ohio Department of Aging recognized her with an award in 2010.
Dr. Lawrence focuses on caring for older adults, managing chronic diseases and dementia, women's health, and weight management. She serves on staff at Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Little Company of Mary Torrance. She sees medicine as a calling and believes patients deserve the ability to reach their doctor at any time. Her interest in geriatrics took root during college community service at a nursing home. She speaks English and Spanish. Outside the office, she enjoys long neighborhood walks, cooking shows, board games, and dancing. She grew up in rural Minnesota, where both of her parents were teachers.
Education & Training
Medical School
Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine, Dayton, OH
Residency
Internal Medicine, University of California, Irvine
Fellowship
Geriatric Medicine, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA
Additional Training
Research program on aging at Harvard Medical School (during medical school)
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Lawrence right for?
Dr. Lawrence is a strong fit for older adults managing chronic conditions, dementia, or complex medical histories. Women seeking a physician with dedicated women's health expertise will find her well-suited to their needs. Patients working on weight management benefit from her structured, preventive approach. Anyone who values direct, around-the-clock access to their physician will feel at home in her care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lawrence specializes in internal medicine and geriatric care. She focuses on chronic disease management, dementia, women's health, and weight management. Her training at UC Irvine and her UCLA geriatric fellowship give her strong depth in complex, multi-condition care.
Yes. Dr. Lawrence holds board certification in both Internal Medicine and Geriatric Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. She also completed a Geriatric Medicine fellowship at UCLA.
Dr. Lawrence earned her MD from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine in Dayton, Ohio. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of California, Irvine. During medical school, she also participated in a selective aging research program at Harvard Medical School.
Yes. Dr. Lawrence speaks both English and Spanish, which allows her to serve a broader range of patients in the Torrance community.
Dr. Lawrence developed her interest in geriatrics through community service at a nursing home during college. That early experience shaped her career focus on older adults and the complex health needs that come with aging.
Yes. Dr. Lawrence follows her patients across multiple care settings. She serves on staff at Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Little Company of Mary Torrance. She also provides care at local nursing homes when needed.
Yes. Dr. Lawrence believes patients deserve direct access to their physician at any hour. Members can reach her by phone, text, or email around the clock.
The Ohio Department of Aging recognized Dr. Lawrence with an award in 2010. This recognition reflected her early contributions to geriatric medicine and care for older adults.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026