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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Dr. Pokomo was excellent. She listened, cared and showed concern. I was impressed that she took time ahead of seeing me to do extra research about my condition and treatment.
Providence Patient
Dr. Pokomo and her staff are the best.
Providence Patient
I felt more listened to and involved in my health care than I have with my last GP of twenty years. The simple things Dr. Pokomo asked were never asked even though my family history would indicate they should have been. It's the first time I didn't feel like stop seeing a doctor, because nobody really listened and I never felt that their was an interest other than making sure my blood pressure was okay. This was going to be my last visit before I promised myself I would never see another doctor again unless it was an emergency. I was willing to let everything lapse including my medicine and take my chances with my health concerns, because truly what was the difference at this point?
Providence Patient
She's friendly. And honest.
Providence Patient
Dr Pokomo is excellent at explaining rationale for her treatment protocols and taking time with her patients. This was only the second time I have seen her, but I am very favorably impressed.
Providence Patient
Best doctor and staff ever!
Providence Patient