Diana M. Lawrence
Pediatrician
Flinders Drive Bedford Park South Australia, 5042About
Dr. Diana Lawrence is a pediatrician practicing in Bedford Park, South Australia. Dr. Lawrence is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Lawrence diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Lawrence can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
BMBS at Flinders University
Provider Details
Diana M. Lawrence's Expert Contributions
My second child is 14 months old and hasn't taken her first steps. Is something wrong?
Hello, There is a large variation of 'normal' for the gross motor milestone of walking. Some children walk at 10 months and others not until 15-16 months. If a child is not walking by 18 months, then we say that child has 'gross motor delay'. Some children have isolated gross motor delay from a variety of causes and for some children, it can be part of more global developmental issue. If you are worried, see your doctor who can refer you to a pediatrician for a review, if need be. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Examiner at Australian College of Physicians, APLS Instructor -
What do you attribute your success to?
- Team work, collaborative planning for improved outcomes, quality and safety paramount.
Favorite professional publications
- British Medical Journal, American Academy of Pediatrics Journal, Paediatrics and Child Health Journal
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