Drew Lawson, M.D.

Leadership and Executive Coach

Drew's dynamic leadership background and work history have transformed the lives of many.

He is unique among our coaches because he has master’s level advanced executive and physician coach training matriculating through rigorous certification processes to provide his clients with cutting edge coaching and team facilitation. With extensive experience in removing barriers to success and using practical and proven methods to improve efficiency and productivity, Drew helps his clients boost profitability and job satisfaction. He is also trained in both dyad, triad, and team coaching and is passionate about improving communication and work efficiencies through better working relationships.

As a former emergency medicine physician at a major trauma & medical center in Southern California, Drew has led teams through crisis-driven, high-conflict, and stressful work environments. By combining his passion for teaching, mentoring and coaching with his experience in the chaotic world of emergency medicine, Drew helps business leaders and healthcare providers minimize their blind spots, improve communication and conflict management skills, cast powerful visions, and master their leadership abilities. As a coach, consultant, strategist, and speaker, Drew continually equips others to reduce conflict, build teams, and drive results.

Drew earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Stanford University where he was a scholarship athlete and his Doctor of Medicine from Jefferson Medical College where he was an academic scholar; he then returned to Stanford for his Emergency Medicine Residency. As a lifelong learner, Drew is continuously training in new coaching methods and theories. Also, Drew has authored two books,The Journey from Brokenness to Belovedness: Our Three Selves and Dad Lessons. And he hosts a podcast titled I.N.S.P.I.R.E. where he regularly shares deep conversations around life and leadership.

He currently lives in Newport Beach, California. He is married to his high school sweetheart with whom he loves spending time. His family and friends speak often of his curiosity, enthusiasm, authenticity, wisdom, and quirky humor. Outside of work Drew holds true to his lifelong passions for learning and fitness as an avid reader and swimmer.