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Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD

Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD

General Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER in 2011. She is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Locations

Virginia Mason Medical Center

Virginia Mason Medical Center1100 9th Ave Seattle, WA 98101
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(206) 693-4970

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wancata is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center Seattle, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Wancata specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalGastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Wancata's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wancata

5.0

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Feb 26, 2025
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Nov 02, 2024
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Oct 12, 2024
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Sep 27, 2024
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May 31, 2024
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May 08, 2024
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May 01, 2024
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Mar 25, 2024
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biography

Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD is a general surgeon in Seattle, WA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER in 2011. She is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Cincinnati / Medical Center

    Medical School, 2011
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hospice Care and Palliative Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    925 Seneca St
    Seattle, WA 98101
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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