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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Very helpful and informative. Made me feel comfortable and confident in choosing the best plan for me. Very kind and listened to all questions and concerns and provided reassuring answers.
(5 days ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Bechtold is incredible! She is an amazingly talented surgeon. She, and her staff, set the bar for treatment, professionalism and compassion. Highly recommend.
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Very personable and friendly. Informative about my condition. Explained the different treatment options but stated tennis elbow is very hard to treat. While I appreciate that she set realistic expectations, I left feeling like I didn’t have many options for pain relief and felt defeated.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
She is amazing!
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very knowledgeable, easy to ask questions of.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great surgeons, clear communication and I had a great outcome from my surgery. I definitely recommend her.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Thank you for your time and professionalism. Your understanding and support were very helpful and appreciated. Knowing what my diagnosis is means that I can take the necessary steps to improve my symptoms. Thanks again for your knowledge and support!
Heidi.
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Lauren did an excellent job of listening to me and did a thorough job of explaining options on my treatment. First class service!
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Great bedside manners and great personality if all doctors we as sweet and attentive as her it would be nice
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.
Very helpful and informative. Made me feel comfortable and confident in choosing the best plan for me. Very kind and listened to all questions and concerns and provided reassuring answers.
Dr. Bechtold is incredible! She is an amazingly talented surgeon. She, and her staff, set the bar for treatment, professionalism and compassion. Highly recommend.
Very personable and friendly. Informative about my condition. Explained the different treatment options but stated tennis elbow is very hard to treat. While I appreciate that she set realistic expectations, I left feeling like I didn’t have many options for pain relief and felt defeated.
She is amazing!
Very knowledgeable, easy to ask questions of.
Great surgeons, clear communication and I had a great outcome from my surgery. I definitely recommend her.
Thank you for your time and professionalism. Your understanding and support were very helpful and appreciated. Knowing what my diagnosis is means that I can take the necessary steps to improve my symptoms. Thanks again for your knowledge and support! Heidi.
Lauren did an excellent job of listening to me and did a thorough job of explaining options on my treatment. First class service!
Great bedside manners and great personality if all doctors we as sweet and attentive as her it would be nice
Professional, kind and sincere