Frank H. Lawler

Dr. Frank H. Lawler is a Physician Scientist in the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center. His work focuses on geriatrics, primary care, and medical decision making, with significant contributions to understanding the impact of peripheral neuropathy, hearing loss, and social support on patient outcomes.

Research Trends: Lawler's publications (1993–2024) span diverse subfields including

• Geriatric syndromes and survival analysis
• Medical decision modeling in primary care
• Cardiovascular risk in diabetes and hypertension
• Health policy through bundled payment systems
• Occupational safety interventions
• Quality improvement in chronic disease management

Collaborative Networks: He has collaborated extensively with researchers like James W. Mold and David E. Bard on NIH-funded studies, particularly through the Oklahoma Physicians Resource/Research Network (OKPRN). His work appears in journals such as Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, and Mayo Clinic Proceedings.