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Dr. Susan Wachter, MD

Dr. Susan Wachter, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Susan Wachter, MD is a cardiologist in Idaho Falls, ID. Dr. Wachter has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. She is affiliated with Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Locations

Idaho Heart Institute

Idaho Heart Institute2985 Cortez Ave Idaho Falls, ID 83404
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wachter is affiliated with Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center Idaho Falls, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Wachter specializes in the areas of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent ReviewsReviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews

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Dr. Wachter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wachter

3.4

7 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
14%
14%
1 Star
29%
29%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
JD.Fultz – Apr 01, 2025
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Holly – Apr 22, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Jamie – Apr 03, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
May 23, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Suzie Taylor for Yolanda Olano – Sep 13, 2022
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  • Cardiology

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  • University Of Utah School Of Medicine - Program

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Utah School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Utah School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Utah School Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center

    3100 Channing Way
    Idaho Falls, ID 83404
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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