Lauren Hansen, MD SHS Affiliate Meet the Provider 4.83 out of 5 222 Reviews 41 Comments Specialties: Orthopedic Surgery Languages Spoken: English Education: Undergraduate: University of Colorado Boulder Medical Education: Albany Medical College Residency: Tufts University School of Medicine Fellowship: Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Board Certifications: Orthopedic Surgery Medical Staff Status: Samaritan Provider Accepting New Patients: Yes Bio: Dr. Hansen provides orthopedic care and specializes in sports medicine, fracture care and joint replacement.Experienced in wilderness medicine, Dr. Hansen has both competed in and directed medical wilderness adventure races. She was a co-founder of the Medical Wilderness Adventure Race Northeast and is an advisor for the Tahoe Challenge.In her free time, Dr. Hansen enjoys volunteering as a team physician for the U.S. Ski Team, riding horses, hiking, mountain biking and spending time with family. Patient Reviews & Comments 4.8 out of 5 (222 Reviews, 41 Comments) The clinician's star review is based on surveys sent to randomly selected patients following care. The patient satisfaction survey includes five questions about a patient's experience with their clinician with responses averaged for the star score. Patient comments are from the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends." Jul 27, 2023Such a great team!Jul 27, 2023You all was verry great and you did a great job can not wait until you do my shoulder hopefully soonJul 27, 2023Dr. Hansen was very engaged, encouraging, and interested in helping me.Jul 26, 2023All the staff in the dept very caring and professional, couldn't ask for a better teamJul 05, 2023GoodMar 22, 2023All are very knowledgeable.Mar 14, 2023Great she listened to me, explained what she thought might be going on and was flexible when I requested a PT that I was familiar withDec 20, 2022Very professional and personable physicians and staff. I would highly recommend this clinician to othersDec 20, 2022She was an intern and will become a fine surgeon someday.Dec 07, 2022As I said before, He was excellentNov 01, 2022Very good.Sep 14, 2022Dr. Hansen was amazing! She went over X-Rays with me, in detail, explained what I was seeing, told me about the options, got a plastic model and took it apart, and put it back together based on the different options for surgery. She spent time, answered all my questions, and shared her knowledge and experience and I can't say enough good things about her.Sep 07, 2022Your staff in Albany is amazingAug 31, 2022Very professional and caring.Aug 30, 2022The time was spent telling me about the upcoming surgery and answer the question I had.Aug 16, 2022Dr is very knowledgeable about the problem with meAug 16, 2022Dr. Hansen is awesome! Her care and communication are top notch!Aug 02, 2022Excellent expalination of problem and treatment using models.Aug 02, 2022He did an excellent job.Jul 26, 2022Dr Hanson is the best she did both my shoulders alsoJun 28, 2022Very pleased with the entire visit.Jun 21, 2022Feel very confident in her care.Jun 15, 2022I already have recommended her to a fewJun 14, 2022Dr Hansen is exceptional at letting the patient be actively involved in their own health plan. She gives you all the possible options, pros and cons of each, and lets you decide what you feel most comfortable with and then supports that decision. No disapproving looks for not choosing the most invasive or expensive.May 24, 2022GoodMay 10, 2022Dr. Hansen is very caringMay 02, 2022Good experience.Apr 20, 2022Dr Hansen and team and I seem to be getting to understand each other's opinions. I had my desires and they seem to be listening to me as well as I have gained trust in their team.Mar 29, 2022The Dr. Carefully answered all my questions and listened to my concerns.Jan 25, 2022Everyone was very goodJan 25, 2022I have recommended her to othersDec 29, 2021Very knowledgeable and informative concerning my medical needs friendly and professional.Dec 08, 2021Dr Hansen is very straight forward and well spoken. She is obviously well trained and gave me very good advise.Nov 30, 2021I was very pleased with the doctor.Oct 27, 2021She's very straight forward, plans ahead and discusses options. Listens to my decisions, and explains possible outcomes well. I appreciate the interns learning from one of the best.Oct 05, 2021Excellent surgeon; very pleased with this experience.Sep 15, 2021Very good experience since she is a new doctor for me.Mar 03, 2021This was my first time to visit Dr. Hansen. She explained, gave options, and spoke at my level. Especially good with answering questions, taking time as though I were her goal for the day. Her demeanor is outstanding and patient contact very warm. I am glad she will be my orthopedic surgeon.Feb 22, 2021Dr. Hansen involved me in all aspects of decision making & I was well well informed of my injury.Jan 26, 2021Top notch Dr.!!!Jan 26, 2021Very collaborative care - help making decisions - Weighing pros & cons etc. Locations: Primary Samaritan Medical Group Orthopedics - Albany 832 Elm St Ste 101Albany, OR 97321-2062 Phone: 541-812-5820 Fax: 541-812-5821 Related News & Stories A Fix for Frozen Shoulder Helps Busy Albany Mom Find Relief Heart to Heart Fall 2020 A Frozen Shoulder Is No Picnic – Learn How It’s Treated
Samaritan Medical Group Orthopedics - Albany 832 Elm St Ste 101Albany, OR 97321-2062 Phone: 541-812-5820 Fax: 541-812-5821