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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Excellent physician who listens, addresses concerns knowledgeably and in understandable language. Experienced. Connects well with staff and patient. Presents treatment options well. Collaborates with patient goals.
Jun-2025
Excellent
Jun-2025
Explained the problem very well and her description of the options was good.
May-2025
Despite being a Vandal, she’s great to have as a hand doctor! Go Broncos!
May-2025
Very caring, knowledgeable, fixed my hand perfectly. Thank you!!!
May-2025
What a personable and caring physician. She made me feel comfortable from the moment I met her.
May-2025
Great person and doctor, she was able to resolve my ganglion cyst issue.
May-2025
So professional, thoroughly explained causes, treatments and options. She is also extremely engaging and empathetic.
May-2025
Dr. B and her team are exceptional! Everyone was upbeat, positive, and informative. I appreciated Dr. B's personal interest in me and willingness to share how she related to my situation. I cannot say enough about how the professionalism and friendliness of the entire staff treated me.
Apr-2025
A very nice Doctor to have.Easy to talk to and a fun person
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.
Excellent physician who listens, addresses concerns knowledgeably and in understandable language. Experienced. Connects well with staff and patient. Presents treatment options well. Collaborates with patient goals.
Excellent
Explained the problem very well and her description of the options was good.
Despite being a Vandal, she’s great to have as a hand doctor! Go Broncos!
Very caring, knowledgeable, fixed my hand perfectly. Thank you!!!
What a personable and caring physician. She made me feel comfortable from the moment I met her.
Great person and doctor, she was able to resolve my ganglion cyst issue.
So professional, thoroughly explained causes, treatments and options. She is also extremely engaging and empathetic.
Dr. B and her team are exceptional! Everyone was upbeat, positive, and informative. I appreciated Dr. B's personal interest in me and willingness to share how she related to my situation. I cannot say enough about how the professionalism and friendliness of the entire staff treated me.
A very nice Doctor to have.Easy to talk to and a fun person