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Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD

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Specializes in: Maternal and Fetal Medicine

University of Toledo College of Medicine (2014)

Professional interests include: hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes, cesarean section (C-section), and more.

4901 Forest Park Avenue Suite: 710
Saint Louis, MO 63108

(314) 454-8181

Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD is a perinatologist in Saint Louis, MO specializing in maternal and fetal medicine. She graduated from University of Toledo College of Medicine in 2014 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD is affiliated with WashU Medicine.

Office Locations

3023 N. Ballas Road
Saint Louis, MO 63131

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4901 Forest Park Avenue Div Obgyn Mfm and Us, Suite 710
Saint Louis, MO 63108

(314) 454-8181

(314) 747-1429

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4901 Forest Park Avenue Suite: 710
Saint Louis, MO 63108

(314) 454-8181

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Saint Louis, MO 63131

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Cesarean Section (C-Section)

A Cesarean section (more often known as "C-Section") is a surgery performed during labor and delivery. A C-Section is a procedure that delivers a baby through an incision in the lower abdomen and uterus. In the United States, about a third of all births are performed by Cesarean section. Most often, a C-section is done by an obstetrician/gynecologist (OB-GYN), or in certain regions, a general surgeon or family physician.

C-section incisions can be up-and-down (vertical), from belly button to lower abdomen or side-to-side (horizontal), across the lower abdomen. Side-to-side incisions are more frequently used. After the exterior incisions are made, the doctor then cuts into the uterus and amniotic sac and delivers the infant and cuts the baby's umbilical cord. The mother receives medicine to expel the placenta and the doctor helps to safely remove it. Finally, the doctor uses sutures to seal the uterus and tissue incisions. The initial C-section skin incision is also closed with sutures or staples.

C-sections are typically performed with regional anesthesia, which inhibits pain in the lower half of the body, but allows mothers to be awake. However, some mothers may receive general anesthesia, where they are put to sleep during the surgical procedure.

C-sections may be planned or unplanned, depending on the circumstances of the birth.

Pre-existing conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, herpes, and HIV may prompt a doctor to prescribe a C-section. Other situations for C-section include:

A large baby or birth to multiple children
Pelvic fracture or limited birth canal
Baby in the "breech position," where a baby is positioned feet or bottom first in the uterus
Baby with a developmental disorder
Irregular fetal heartbeat
Mother with a history of previous C-sections

Other mothers may require a C-section due to complications arising during delivery. These unplanned, emergency C-sections allow for a healthy birth even when complex complications are present. Problems during labor which may necessitate a C-section include:

Labor not progressing
Fetus switching position during labor
Distressed infant
Blockage of the cervical opening by the placenta
Prolapsed umbilical cord

Mothers should expect about a six-week recovery period following a C-section, including an initial hospital stay of two to three days. While in the hospital, mothers may spend time with their baby and begin breastfeeding. After returning home, mothers should limit strenuous activities such as lifting, reaching, and exercise, and should make sure to get plenty of rest.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD in 2024

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Affordability:

transabdominal ultrasound

In 2024, Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD had a list price for transabdominal ultrasound that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within Missouri. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

non-obstetric transvaginal ultrasound

pelvic ultrasound

In 2012, Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD performed more non-obstetric transvaginal ultrasound, and pelvic ultrasound procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Missouri.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD treated as a perinatologist in Saint Louis, MO during 2021 were ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and women's imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD for Medicare patients.

pelvic imaging	11
ultrasound (sonogram)	11
women's imaging	11

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD treated as a perinatologist in Saint Louis, MO during 2022 were ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and women's imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD for Medicare patients.

pelvic imaging	73
ultrasound (sonogram)	73
women's imaging	39

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	36
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	20
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD in 2022

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	25
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD treated as a perinatologist in Saint Louis, MO during 2023 were ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and women's imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD for Medicare patients.

pelvic imaging	38
ultrasound (sonogram)	38
women's imaging	21

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	44

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD in 2023

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	39
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	41
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	30
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD treated as a perinatologist in Saint Louis, MO during 2024 were ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and women's imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD for Medicare patients.

pelvic imaging	46
ultrasound (sonogram)	46
women's imaging	25

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	42

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	22
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD in 2024

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	36
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2021 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD treated as a perinatologist in Saint Louis, MO were ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and women's imaging.

pelvic imaging	42
ultrasound (sonogram)	42
women's imaging	24

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2021 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD.

**Gender**
Female	44
Male	0

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	20
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	19
65 to 74	5

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD From 2021 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and asthma.

Hypertension	43
High Cholesterol	32
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	10
Asthma	24
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD graduated from University of Toledo College of Medicine in 2014. She completed residency at University of Kentucky Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology and has a state license in Missouri.

Medical School: University of Toledo College of Medicine (2014)

Residency: University of Kentucky Affiliated Hospitals (2018)

Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics & Gynecology

Licensed In: Missouri

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

WashU Medicine

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Megan Leigh Lawlor, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
EISAI INC.	$21 Lenvima $21
Mylan Specialty L.P.	$16 Ultiva $16

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$37

Biography

Dr. Megan Lawlor's specialty is maternal and fetal medicine. She is especially interested in diabetes, genetic disorders, and hypertension (high blood pressure). Dr. Lawlor's professional affiliations include Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Progress West Hospital, and WashU Medicine. Before completing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Kentucky, Dr. Lawlor attended medical school at the University of Toledo College of Medicine.