Lauren D. Pokomo, DO, MPH
Spokane, WA 99204
Providence Primary Care - McClellan
820 South McClellan Street, Suite 200, Spokane, WA 99204
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About Lauren D. Pokomo
Dr. Pokomo is a Los Angeles native who earned her bachelor’s degree in Microbiology with a minor in English from UC Santa Barbara. She began her career at the UCLA AIDS Institute, managing a research laboratory and contributing to translational studies. In 2012, she completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston, after which she transitioned from research into clinical medicine. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from Touro University Nevada in 2016 and completed her family medicine residency in Sandusky, Ohio in 2019. Dr. Pokomo then spent five years delivering complex primary care in Billings, Montana before relocating to Spokane to be closer to family. Following a short tenure with the VA, she joined Providence, where she practices both Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine. Dr. Pokomo is passionate about patient-centered care, collaborative problem-solving, and evidence-based medicine. She strives to foster a warm, inclusive clinical environment where every patient feels welcome and respected. Outside of medicine, she is an avid science enthusiast who enjoys cooking, outdoor activities, crafting, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Touro University Nevada
2016
Columbia Cornell Obesity Medicine online fellowship
2022
na
2025
Bowling Green State University Fireland
2019
- American Board of Family Medicine, Family Medicine
Providence Medical Group - Inland Northwest
Hiking, Yoga, Skiing, Food
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The visit was great and the Doctors assistant did a great job as well.
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Dr. Pokomo is a really good doctor. We're so glad we found her. She understands how to treat senior citizens with thorough care.
Providence Patient
Dr. Pokomo was excellent, thorough, understanding & efficient
Providence Patient
It was a great experience...Dr listens and took the time with me. I really like Dr.Pokomo. She was very nice and I feel really good about her being my Doctor!
Providence Patient
Dr Pokomo is AMAZING!
Providence Patient
Lauren saw me because of a new concerning problem because my usual primary doctor was out of office. Lauren did the best she could to address my situation with the little time she had with me. She ordered all the right tests to start the process of getting answers. I appreciate that.
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