These ratings and comments are collected through in-depth care experience surveys administered by Press Ganey Associates on behalf of St. Luke’s. The star ratings include surveys dating from 2018 to present. We’ve posted the most recent patient comments for your reference.

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Lauren A. Bechtold, MD

About Lauren A. Bechtold, MD

Education

Board Certification

Education

Board Certification

Provider Locations

Idaho Hand Center

Lauren A. Bechtold, MD

About Lauren A. Bechtold, MD

Education

Board Certification

Education

Board Certification

Provider Locations

Idaho Hand Center