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Specialties
- Emergency Medicine
Summary
Societies and Positions Held
Practice
Provider Type
School
University of Colorado School of Medicine
Internship
Residency
Virginia Tech Carilion
Fellowship
Certification
American Board of Emergency Medicine
Clinic
Kootenai Clinic - Emergency Medicine
Website
Address
Kootenai Health Emergency Department
2003 Kootenai Health Way
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Phone: (208) 625-5700
Fax: (208) 625-5708
Hours: Open 24/7
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I was in Kootenai ER on a busy Saturday morning! My first time there. They have a very efficient checkin process and I got there at a lull so perfect timing! I was in a lot of pain and fortunately they quickly got me back and medicated. I had to wait for imaging and it seemed like an eternity! I think I was there from 10am until about 4:15pm! They were very busy! I was just tired and had been dealing with pain and lack of sleep for days!! Each member of staff that I interacted with was attentive, caring, patient, friendly and professional!! I’m a Veteran and usually get great care at the VA but feel fortunate Kootenai is nearby as a great alternative when I need emergency care!
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Be prepared for long lines at emergency, but resonable amount of time once admitted, so if in a lot of pain, which I was, once admitted did bring an ibuprofen, which was ineffective. MD said there was no issue with my jaw, according to c-span! pain level remained for two more days after (level 8-9)and thankfully they gave a prescription for hydrocodeine. Very thankful for that.
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Dr. Achatz was amazing with my 15 yr old daughter. He related with her and was very calm even as she was screaming in pain. He took the time to answer all her questions. The hospital was busy, and even though she came in by ambulance, they put her in the waiting room until a room came available. The check-in desk staff came across as uncaring.
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He truly listened and took care of a very large hematoma on my leg. Thank you!
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Eric was a very compassionate doctor and listened carefully. I am very happy with the treatment I received.
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Kind, caring doctor. I received great care. Also, shout out to Amanda(?) who was an amazing nurse.
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