Lauren Gorence, PA-C, MPAP has always been passionate about helping people in need. She realized early in her career that her compassion for others was a gift, and one that she wanted to share through her professional work. She began her clinical career at a non-profit women’s health center in Boulder, Colorado. It was in this position that she truly began to appreciate her ability to teach and connect with patients.
Lauren obtained her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado-Boulder, with a double major in Women’s Studies and Business Administration. In 2011, Lauren received her Master’s degree from the Physician Assistant Program at the University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine.
Lauren currently practices family medicine alongside her supervising MD., Dr. Ruth Sorotzkin in Santa Monica, CA. She has been with The Doctors of Saint John’s since October 2011.
Medical School
USC Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA
Board Certifications
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Physician Assistant
I always appreciate the care I receive with Lauren. I leave there knowing she has my last interest in mind and provides the medical option for me to be at my healthiest self. Thank you Lauren!
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Providence Patient
I highly recommend this physicians office
5
Providence Patient
Lauren is talented competent and absolutely thorough despite moving away I still travel to [...] to see her due to her competency absolutely top-notch
5
Providence Patient
Lauren is the best - I trust and appreciate her kindness - care and intelligence.
5
Providence Patient
Love my care provider.
5
Providence Patient
both Dr. Goren and Dr. [...] have provided exemplary care. I take GREAT comfort having them as my Care Providers.
5
Providence Patient
Lauren is the best! She is a breath of fresh air, courteous, knowledgeable, patient, personable !!!!!!
5
Providence Patient
Lauren has been my provider for years and I always request her, she's very thorough and makes me feel comfortable, she's extremely knowledgeable and I always feel like I'm in the best care
5
Providence Patient
all very routine. I got what I needed
4.6
Providence Patient
This was my first time seeing Lauren. I was pleasantly surprised at the excellence and high level of knowledge she exhibited.
5
Providence Patient
Lauren is very attentive, she listens and is responsive with education and helpful advice to encourage me to make the best decisions for my health. I appreciate the tie she takes, never making me feel rushed.
5
Providence Patient
Best Medical Group and I highly recommend Dr Zorotzkin group.
4.9
Providence Patient
This care provider offers great care and I highly recommend.
5
Providence Patient
Can't recommend Lauren enough! She has been lovely and very thorough
5
Providence Patient
Lauren continues to be amazing. i refer to her however her office is not taking new patients
5
Providence Patient
she was amazing
5
Providence Patient
very helpful to sort out my cataract surgery issues
4.6
Providence Patient
amazing caring above and beyond
5
Providence Patient
excellent service and care.
5
Providence Patient
Lauren was great: kind , smart , efficient and on time. she provided a reference for a nutritionist when I mentioned that I was concerned about my diet. I felt very well taken care of.
5
Providence Patient
LG is a very talented, competent, intuitive provider. I appreciate the care at the practice and plan to continue with them always. I continue to refer family and neighbors to the practice. They are absolutely the most competent and efficient providers I have yet to experience.
5
Providence Patient
Lauren's careful analysis prompted her recommendation for a specialist, for a very time sensitive issue. She made exceptional extra efforts to contact the specialist and make arrangements so he would see me that same day. She changed my future.
5
Providence Patient
Lauren is a kind and thoughtful Practioner. I'm grateful for her concern & care
5
Providence Patient
She is great very personable you are at ease, we have referred her to several of our friends.
5
Providence Patient
this was my first visit and I'm very pleased with the professionalism, kindness of care and concern for my wellbeing.
5
Providence Patient
Lauren is so professional and very respectful!I would like to stay with this provider foreverThanks for your help!
5
Providence Patient
I am switching to this office for my gynological needs also as Lauren is so helpful and the staff is kind.
5
Providence Patient
Lauren is attentive and knowledgable, she's easy going and has a great way about her.