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Lora A. Plaskon, MD, FPMRS, MS

Patient Ratings

4.9 / 5 (Based on 221 Ratings)
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Specialties:

Urology, Urogynecology, and Pelvic Medicine

Call 425-392-8611

Insurance Accepted

Lora A. Plaskon, MD, FPMRS, MS is accepting new patients.

Telemedicine Visits Available

Conditions Treated

recurrent bladder infections (women), history of childhood bladder issues (women), stress incontinence (women), urine leakage (women), incontinence (women), overactive bladder (women), urinary incontinence (women), urge incontinence (women), vaginal changes, vaginal changes after pregnancy, vaginal laxity, vaginal prolapse, voiding dysfunction, and weak pelvic muscles

Procedures Performed

bladder testing, colpopexy, complex vaginal reconstruction, cystoscopy, labia mass removal, labia reconstruction, labia repair, mesh free vaginal repair, mid urethral sling, mid urethral sling removal, mid urethral sling revision, perineocele repair, urethra diverticulectomy, urethra mass removal, urethra reconstruction, urethra surgery, urethral bulking, urodynamics functional bladder testing, vaginal mesh removal, vaginal mommy makeover, vaginal prolapse repair, vaginal reconstruction, vaginal repair, and vaginal tightening

Locations

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Gender:

Female

Languages:

English

Interpretation Services Available

Honors, Awards, etc.

2024 Seattle Magazine "Top Docs" | 2024 Seattle Met "Top Doctors"

Board Certification

Board Certified in Urology
Board Certified in Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery

Experience

Dr. Lora Plaskon's expertise is in helping women deal with recurrent bowel, bladder, and sexual issues related to pelvic floor prolapse, or laxity in the vaginal tissues that can occur with childbirth and aging. She offers both nonsurgical options and state-of-the-art surgical repair.
Dr. Plaskon has helped women through difficult cases of complex pelvic reconstruction and "salvage" surgeries to re-do or undo failed surgeries. She has done more than 1000 cases of successful mesh- graft implants, and helps women with vaginal mesh removal or scar revisions.

Clinical Expertise

Urology
Urogynecology
Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery
Pelvic Floor Prolapse

Medical School

Indiana University School of Medicine | Indianapolis, IN

Residency

University of Washington (urology) | Seattle, WA

Internship

University of Washington (internal medicine) | Seattle, WA

Personal Information

Along with my husband, two children and two dogs, we enjoy time together hiking in the mountains and exploring the coastal waters of the Northwest.

Community Involvement

My husband, general surgeon Dr. Brian Plaskon, and I volunteer locally and internationally in medical missions bringing care to the underserved locally and globally.
My family and I have helped bring skills, knowledge, and supplies to remote areas around the world in need of medical care.

Reviews

5.0
September 28, 2024
Doctor Plaskon was professional, knowledgeable as bd amazingly compassionate
5.0
September 26, 2024
Excellent care
5.0
September 25, 2024
Dr. P is great. Patient has cognitive deficits and does not retain information provided to her.
5.0
September 06, 2024
Again :NO complaints at all.'Was very pleased with everything and everybody.
5.0
September 04, 2024
Dr. Plaskon listened to well to our concerns, treated my mom with care and respect, and gave us the needed guidance I needed to continue advocating for my mom. We feel so blessed to have Dr. Plaskon as her surgeon.
5.0
July 12, 2024
She is the nicest Dr that anybody could ask for
5.0
July 11, 2024
The Provider I saw did a great job of explaining treatment options for the health issue I was having. She also listened to my concerns and readily answered my questions. I left my appointment with a =n action plan for treatment. This was reassuring.
5.0
May 31, 2024
When I came in for my 6-week checkup I was still having pain but the provider explained all the things that she did. Prescribed some medicine. I felt very assured after that visit. I am doing so much better now.
4.71
April 26, 2024
Good
5.0
March 15, 2024
Excellent doctor and her staff!
5.0
March 13, 2024
I'm so impressed with Dr. Plaskon and have already recommended her to others.
5.0
March 09, 2024
Very cordial, caring and takes the time. Always feel well taken care of.
5.0
March 04, 2024
I drive 2 hours to see Dr Plaskon and would drive longer Best Dr She cares for her patients, she is the best
5.0
February 24, 2024
Outstanding doctor. Highly recommend.
4.89
February 18, 2024
Dr. Plaskon is a wonderful doctor and I have confidence she will correct the problem I have
4.94
February 17, 2024
It was a pleasure meeting the provider
5.0
February 11, 2024
Excellent in all catagories
5.0
January 24, 2024
Dr. Plaskon saved my emotional life. She is so assuring.
5.0
January 17, 2024
I had an appointment with Dr. Plaskon, the doctor was very nice, friendly and helped me with my problem, excellent care provider, would definitely see her again if an issue came up again
5.0
January 14, 2024
I am completely in awe of Dr. Plaskon! First time meeting her. Very attentive to my history, very encouraging about a solution to my diagnosis, took time to explain options, professional and put me at ease, and we came up with a plan of care.
4.94
January 12, 2024
Dr. Plaskon is worth the wait to see. She's detailed and listens attentively and I feel confident in the treatment she provides.
5.0
January 12, 2024
Great dr. So grateful for her. Apt felt a bit rushed though
4.71
December 16, 2023
I THOUGHT SHE WAS TERRIFIC!
5.0
December 09, 2023
The BEST!
5.0
October 29, 2023
She was patient and very caring. Addressed my anxiety in a professional way. Took her time. I recommend to others.
5.0
October 10, 2023
I appreciated her listening & spending as much time as I needed. Communicated in terms I could understand.
5.0
October 08, 2023
This was a serious medical problem, I was given the best care and respect with excellent results. I highly recommend dr. PLASKON and staff.
5.0
October 05, 2023
*Dr. Plaskon was the best doctor I have seen in a long time!
5.0
October 02, 2023
Dr Plaskon is kind, caring and professional.
5.0
September 29, 2023
She takes the time to address my concerns and gives me options with the associated risks so I can make an informed decision.
5.0
September 15, 2023
Dr Plaskon is caring , sympathetic, and listens to all of your concerns. I am so very happy that she is taking care of me.
5.0
September 15, 2023
This dr. and staff are the best. I'm THANKFUL for their care and expertise.
5.0
September 07, 2023
I prefer not having a computer running. It allows better eye contact I felt a better connection in our discussion.
4.67
September 01, 2023
Dr. Plaskon was extremely caring, thorough and helpful. My first visit with her--and I'm so happy I was able to see her!
5.0
August 18, 2023
Dr. Plaskon is an exceptional and outstanding physician! Kind, compassionate, patient, gentle, explains everything clearly in layman's terms. She is a gem! I very much appreciate her.
5.0
July 31, 2023
One of the nicest doctors I have ever met. I felt completely at ease with her.
5.0
July 28, 2023
She made me feel very confident about her ability to treat me.
5.0
July 28, 2023
She was excellent very sensitive and complete she answered the questions I had with good assessments.. Her time is so valuable that I appreciate her taking the time to see me. I had been to doctors that wanted her opinion to continue their assessments. Thank you.
3.87
July 27, 2023
Would have liked to have more details about surgery.
5.0
July 21, 2023
Dr. Plaskon is an amazing provider who I felt genuinely cared about my symptoms and wanted to get me immediate help.
5.0
July 20, 2023
*Dr. Plaskon is the best urology dr. and would drive any miles to see her. More dr.'s need to be like here.
5.0
July 12, 2023
*Dr. Plaskon was great to work with. Her expertise and plan for my surgery gave me such confidence.
5.0
July 07, 2023
So appreciate being able to talk about embarrassing issues frankly & openly - that is only because of *Dr. Plaskon's demeanor. She makes good eye contact that show she is listening and is empathetic to my problems and helps the dialog.
5.0
June 13, 2023
Excellent experience, everyone was very helpful to my problem.
5.0
June 01, 2023
Loved the doctor & staff highly recommend *Dr. Plaskon & staff.