Dr. Lazas is a native of Washington, D.C. He received his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and completed residency and fellowship training at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. For the next 9 years, he served as a physician in the Army Medical Corps and was honorably discharged with a rank of Major. He subsequently entered private practice and joined Associates in Gastroenterology. Dr. Lazas is board certified in Gastroenterology and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. He and his wife Kathy have five children and they enjoy spending time with family and close friends. Dr. Lazas' hobbies include music, fitness training and athletics and boating.

Testimonials

"When someone is looking for a doctor their first concern is finding a doctor who is among the best in their specialty, personable, and able to explain medical issues in a way that is understandable. Given that, there is simply no better choice than Dr. Don Lazas and his staff at Associates in Gastroenterology in Hermitage. In the years I've known Dr. Lazas his diagnoses and advice have been spot-on and he has been instrumental in returning me to a level of health many would envy. I would highly recommend Dr. Lazas, his assitant Kathi, and other medical professionals at Associates in Gastroenterology, to anyone seeking gastroenterological care. I not only consider Dr. Lazas and Kathi highly competent I consider them my friends."
- P. C. - Hermitage, TN

"Your staff was super in every way. I was very happy with everyone. Respected my privacy and concerns. Yes, I would recommend this practice to everyone. Thank you."
- Dan

"This was my 3rd colonoscopy by Dr. Lazas. All 3 were as pleasant as this experience can be. I was treated respectfully and courteously by everyone involved. Thank you!"
- Anonymous

"I have found that people, offices, or businesses who do a great job always want to improve what they are doing. The ones who don't do a good job never ask. Thank you for doing a great job and for being efficient at what you do! When I came home from my appointment with Dr. Lazas, I even told my husband what a great staff and office personnel you have. Thank you for making a visit to the doctor seem easy and for doing it the right way! If there is a trophy to be given at Summit Hospital, you guys should win!"
- S.C.