Lawrence N. Cetrulo

Lawrence N. Cetrulo, MD, serves as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Washington School of Medicine. Board-certified in General Surgery, he specializes in hernia repair and minimally invasive techniques including robotic surgery at the Surgical Services and Hernia Center at Meridian Pavilion in Seattle.

His educational background includes:

• Medical Education: Tufts University School of Medicine (2012)
• Residency: Einstein Healthcare Network, General Surgery (2017)
• Fellowship: Carolinas Healthcare System, Minimally Invasive Surgery (2018)

Dr. Cetrulo's research emphasizes patient-centered hernia repair outcomes and surgical education. He focuses on optimizing postoperative quality of life through minimally invasive approaches for complex hernias including inguinal, ventral, and incisional varieties. His clinical philosophy prioritizes aligning surgical decisions with patients' lifestyle goals.

Publication trends reveal concentrated expertise in hernia repair innovation, particularly robotic-assisted techniques and comparative outcomes analysis. His work bridges complex case management (e.g., hernias involving bladder/ureters) with broader surgical challenges like peritonitis and diverticular disease.

As an active educator, Dr. Cetrulo mentors medical students and residents in surgical techniques while maintaining a robust clinical practice. Patient reviews consistently highlight his exceptional communication skills, thorough explanations, and compassionate bedside manner across 150+ ratings averaging 4.8/5.