Dr. Lauren Bechtold, M.D., was raised in Post Falls, Idaho. She attended the University of Idaho in Moscow, ID, graduating with Bachelors of Sciences in Microbiology and Psychology. She earned her medical degree at the University of Washington in Seattle before moving to the midwest to complete her residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Barnes Jewish Hospital/Washington University in Saint Louis, MO.
Dr. Lauren Bechtold, M.D., was raised in Post Falls, Idaho. She attended the University of Idaho in Moscow, ID, graduating with Bachelors of Sciences in Microbiology and Psychology. She earned her medical degree at the University of Washington in Seattle before moving to the midwest to complete her residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Barnes Jewish Hospital/Washington University in Saint Louis, MO.
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So knowledgeable and kind. Impressed and honestly inspired to be better in how I view the world. Very rare to see a beautiful woman as accomplished as her in any field.
(3 days ago)
Jun-2026
Excellent patient experience! Explained the type of arthritis in my thumb and my options for treatment. She was very thorough and did rush me through the appointment. Highly recommend her!
(6 days ago)
Jun-2026
This was my first visit today with Dr. Bechtold and I feel so blessed to be having my carpal tunnel surgery done with her. She made me feel so at ease and comfortable and the explanations and information she gives is awesome. I definitely feel in good hands with her.
(6 days ago)
Jun-2026
Fast and efficient.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Bechtold is such a personable physician. Learned, gentle, assuring.
Thank you.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Sending compassion and expertise.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Down to earth, easy to talk with, readily shared knowledge and explained X-rays.
(1 week ago)
Jun-2026
Staff and Dr Bechtold very welcoming and knowledgeable
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Very nice visit. Efficient, thorough,, knowledgeable and kind. Absolutely happy with the outcome of visit.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
She did a wonderful job on my Carpel Tunnel issues. She was good at explaining everything and easy to talk to.
Dr. Lauren Bechtold, M.D., was raised in Post Falls, Idaho. She attended the University of Idaho in Moscow, ID, graduating with Bachelors of Sciences in Microbiology and Psychology. She earned her medical degree at the University of Washington in Seattle before moving to the midwest to complete her residency in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Barnes Jewish Hospital/Washington University in Saint Louis, MO. She remained at Washington University to complete a fellowship in hand and peripheral nerve surgery, with an emphasis on microsurgical techniques and extremity soft tissue reconstruction.
She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha Honors society and is board eligible by the American Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Dr. Bechtold enjoys spending time with her husband and son, reading, and being active outdoors.
So knowledgeable and kind. Impressed and honestly inspired to be better in how I view the world. Very rare to see a beautiful woman as accomplished as her in any field.
Excellent patient experience! Explained the type of arthritis in my thumb and my options for treatment. She was very thorough and did rush me through the appointment. Highly recommend her!
This was my first visit today with Dr. Bechtold and I feel so blessed to be having my carpal tunnel surgery done with her. She made me feel so at ease and comfortable and the explanations and information she gives is awesome. I definitely feel in good hands with her.
Fast and efficient.
Dr. Bechtold is such a personable physician. Learned, gentle, assuring. Thank you.
Sending compassion and expertise.
Down to earth, easy to talk with, readily shared knowledge and explained X-rays.
Staff and Dr Bechtold very welcoming and knowledgeable
Very nice visit. Efficient, thorough,, knowledgeable and kind. Absolutely happy with the outcome of visit.
She did a wonderful job on my Carpel Tunnel issues. She was good at explaining everything and easy to talk to.