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Laura Backer MD

Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology

4/5(3)
2901 Squalicum Pkwy Bellingham WA, 98225
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4/5

About

Dr. Laura Backer is a radiologist practicing in Bellingham, WA. Dr. Backer specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.

Education and Training

In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In 1993

Board Certification

RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 24 years of experience

Laura Backer MD's Practice location

Practice At 2901 Squalicum Pkwy

2901 Squalicum Pkwy -
Bellingham, WA 98225
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New patients: 541-278-0108, 360-734-5400, 541-341-8020
Fax: 541-278-2434

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Laura Backer MD has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 3 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Radiologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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