Summary

Dr. Lauren Wancata is a surgeon who specializes in complex abdominal procedures, with particular expertise in hepato-pancreatico-biliary (HPB) surgery involving the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts. She earned her medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2011 and completed her general surgery residency at the University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor in 2018. Dr. Wancata further advanced her training with specialized fellowships in hospice and palliative medicine at the University of Michigan in 2016 and HPB surgery at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland in 2020. She provides care in English.

Dr. Wancata practices at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. She focuses on treating serious conditions including pancreatic cancer, gallstone disease, and liver cancer. Her surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and utilizing advanced imaging like CT scans to guide treatment decisions. Patients have given Dr. Wancata an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary (HPB), Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, 2020; Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, 2016
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Virginia Mason Medical Center

1100 9th AveSeattle, WA 98101
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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SurgeryEmergency MedicineAnesthesiologyAnesthesiology
3.9 
2.7 
19 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Seattle , WASeattle , WASeattle , WASeattle , WA
Med School: MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 2011 Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lauren M Wancata

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • First Choice Health
  • First Choice Health - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lauren M Wancata has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lauren M Wancata has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary (HPB), Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, 2020; Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, 2016

Residency

General Surgery, University of Michigan Health System, Ann Arbor, 2018

Medical School

MD, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, 2011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Lauren Wancata accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Lauren Wancata speak?
Dr. Lauren Wancata speaks English.
Where is Dr. Lauren Wancata's office located?
Dr. Lauren Wancata's office is located at 1100 9th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101.
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