Elizabeth Prier, MD

Elizabeth Prier, MD

Breast Surgery

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Primary Contact

(208) 302-2200

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Breast Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Saint Alphonsus General Surgery Liberty

900 N Liberty St
Ste 101
Boise , ID 83704

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Saint Alphonsus General Surgery Liberty

About

Dr. Prier is a fellowship trained Breast Surgeon and is the Medical Director of the Saint Alphonsus Comprehensive Breast Surgery Center. She is board certified in general surgery, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. She earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, VA. Her residency in general surgery was completed through the University of Colorado Health Science Center in Denver, CO and her Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship was completed at the University of California San Francisco in San Francisco, CA. She has served as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco, CA. Dr. Prier is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the Ada County Medical Society, and the Idaho Medical Association.

Philosophy of Care

Breast cancer patients are an amazing group of women who are unique, independent, and tenacious in their effort to overcome their cancer. This fighting spirit is something I have come to admire and value daily in my work. A large part of the reason that I was attracted to the field of surgery is that surgery provides me with the ability to offer the patients I care for both compassion and a practical solution. Breast cancer care engages with these core principles that attracted me to surgery. I am able to develop unique personal relationships with my patients, learn what is important to them in their care and then build a treatment plan that will provide them the best treatment available while taking into consideration the values that are important to them.


Conditions Treated

  • Lobular carcinoma in situ
  • High risk family history of breast cancer
  • Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS)
  • Breast Cancer
  • BRCA or other breast cancer genetic mutation carriers
  • Benign Breast Problems including breast lumps, breast pain, nipple discharge
  • Atypical Lobular Hyperplasia
  • Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia

Procedures Performed

  • Aesthetic Flat Closure after Mastectomy
  • Axillary Reverse Mapping for Lymph Node Surgery
  • Brachytherapy
  • Breast Conservation/Lumpectomy Surgery
  • Magseed Localization for breast conservation surgery
  • Mastectomy
  • Mastectomy with reconstruction
  • Sentinel Node Biopsy
  • Targeted Sentinel Node biopsy after Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy

Education & Certifications

Education

Fellowship:
University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion

Medical School:
University of Virginia Medical School

Residency:
University of Colorado Hospital

Board Certifications

Surgery, General,

Provider Groups

Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(34 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

107 Reviews

10/31/2024

Great first experience.

10/31/2024

Dr. Prier is very knowledgeable and knows other resources available to me. She made sure my husband and I knew what our next steps are during this difficult time.

10/23/2024

Loved them all!

09/26/2024

Araceli’s help was appreciated too.

09/23/2024

Thank you for the great care.

09/12/2024

Everyone in the office made me feel comfortable and less anxious about my diagnosis, and explained everything thoroughly, making it easy to understand

04/18/2024

I have trouble getting in to my chart even when i enter my information. Forgit password and user name and i tried to put new info

12/04/2023

thank you

11/11/2023

Outstanding service!

10/31/2023

Her reassuring manner was very calming.

10/26/2023

a ton of information without having time to digest it and form questions that we might have with the provider right in front of us

09/30/2023

It was brief. So not a lot of experience with them to say. I really felt the Dr. Prier really explained and answered my question that I had

09/29/2023

Dr. Prier explained everything and why I needed to be referred to a doctor in Portland, OR.

09/22/2023

This referral out of St Luke’s to a female doctor with her assurance that I’m going to be okay is outstanding. I was scared about radiation and feel better after her explanation. I feel they are all going to be a blessing in this journey

09/09/2023

Dr Prier is an excellent surgeon.

09/08/2023

Would highly recommend

09/01/2023

I’m very appreciative of every staff person who helped me.

08/22/2023

Dr. Prier was thorough, and didn't talk "down" to me, but was respectful and good at explaining some things that I am sure she has explained thousands of times to so many other worried women.

08/08/2023

Just rushed by talking so fast

07/18/2023

Dr. Prier is an excellent Dr. and worked with me completely.

07/04/2023

Absolutely feel confident with obtaining health services with Dr. Prier and her staff. Did not feel rushed at all.

07/04/2023

Reassuring

07/04/2023

Dr. Prier's surgical work is great but her bedside manners are terrible. Maybe if her staff scheduled one less patient a day, she wouldn't have to rush through her appointments.

07/01/2023

I feel confident moving forward with the treatment plan we discussed

06/20/2023

All I can say is Elizabeth is a fine Dr.

05/26/2023

I have heard she is outstanding in breast care.

05/26/2023

I look forward to working with her for my future breast surgery.

05/13/2023

Dr. Prier & her staff are all friendly & you feel cared for when you go there.

05/10/2023

Very good!

05/02/2023

Met with the PA before the surgeon == Abby was competent and considerate.

04/27/2023

I am extremely grateful to have Dr. Prier on my team.

03/20/2023

Just happy to have the surgery done.

03/19/2023

Thorough, clear, efficient

03/19/2023

things were very hectic and behind schedule. she was awesome, but being very pulled for time

03/13/2023

Dr. Prier listened carefully and responded to my questions thoroughly

03/09/2023

Know I will get the best care.

02/10/2023

She was very understanding with my daughter and I regarding my diagnosis

02/06/2023

I felt that everything was clearly explained to me and my husband. We did not feel rushed. I feel like I am welcome to contact the practice at anytime with any concerns.

11/20/2022

I had a seroma after radiation, and I wish I had been told that I will most likely have to live with it. I was lead to believe that it could be treated.

10/04/2022

Gracias por su gran Trabago

10/03/2022

She was a little late, but apologized for it when she came in which goes a long way with me since my time is valuable also. She listened and then gave me her recommendations.

09/25/2022

She was thoughtful, she listened to my concerns

08/18/2022

Difficult to get an appointment with her, she is busy

08/18/2022

Upon meeting the provider for the first time, I was glad that I had chosen her.

08/16/2022

appreciated Dr. Prier and her kind and professional attitude

07/25/2022

*Dr. Prier was very knowledgeable, easy to comprehend. Made the visit very pleasant.

07/03/2022

I appreciated that my son and daughter were able to accompany on my visit and hear what Dr. Prier had to say and to ask any questions regarding my surgery and its outcome. She was very thorough and reassuring throughout our visit with her.

06/17/2022

*Dr. Prier was very informative. I am a new cancer patient. She explained things very well.

06/16/2022

A very informative visit that gave us all the information and reassurance we were hoping to find. Let us know all the why's and therefore that went along with our visit.

06/14/2022

Overall it was a good experience -

06/03/2022

She was very knowledgeable and very pleasant, she answered all my questions and gave me options .

06/03/2022

Veryngood

05/25/2022

Patient and informative.

05/22/2022

I love Dr Prier. She is very good and takes the time to listen to my pain and give recommendations and referrals for PT. She is compassionate and brilliant.

05/20/2022

First time

05/17/2022

Everything/one in this office was GREAT!!

05/16/2022

I was very impressed with all the staff and medical doctors and assistance given to me!

05/08/2022

Great communication Efficient with time

05/05/2022

*Dr. Prier, *Addy and *Jessica were all fantastic. Very considerate and concerned.

05/03/2022

Breast Cancer is complicated. *Dr. Prier did the best she could w/a lay person.

04/29/2022

She spent enough time with me and explained different options that I could choose for surgery

04/27/2022

I was very pleased - *Dr. Prier had been highly recommended and I was not disappointed!

04/22/2022

Best possible treatment and surgery care. Wonderful surgeon and office staff. Very caring & professional.

04/14/2022

ALL my providers at St Al's have been awesome. I had lots of tests, chemo, surgery and radiation and everyone knew what everyone else was doing. Very professional but also kind, respectful and compassionate. The absolute best care they saved my life. Can't say enough good things about the entire St Al's organization.

04/05/2022

My provider spent above average time explaining medical issues thoroughly. She also provided written documentation, details, drawings, alternatives, ofc. Also she was EXTREMELY willing to work with an already scheduled vacation. She is extremely compassionate and professional.

04/05/2022

I was very satisfied with the care I received from *Dr. Prier and her staff. I felt like the staff was very caring and efficient. I appreciated them. I really liked *Dr. Prier - She was very knowledgeable and sensitive, explaining things to me thoroughly. She answered all my questions and treated me with respect. She is amazing!!

04/05/2022

*Dr. Prier had to convey a lot of information in one hour, but managed to do so in detail and so my husband and I could understand it.

04/04/2022

*Dr. Prier & the staff as a whole, were all _____ to my concerns & desires for information. They usually provided info. before, I asked for it. They made sure info. was clear to me & thorough. I appreciated that attention very much. Also, that concern was shown by the staff as a while. Thank you.

04/01/2022

Professional, understanding and informative. Also, very caring.

03/09/2022

The Womens or Breast Care Center and staff have been nothing but fabulous. I specifically sough out *Dr. Prier for my surgery and my expectations of her were extremely high - she still exceeded in every way.

03/07/2022

*Dr. Prier is the best.

01/25/2022

Even though I had to wait > 15 min. I understood and it was OK. The office was very busy and just prior to the holiday many others needed to be seen. *Dr. Prier apologized for the delay and the time she spent with me was MY TIME - not rushed!

01/24/2022

The surgeon was squeezing me in on a surgical day due to not wanting me to wait over Christmas. She called me with results which she was on vacation and I appreciate that extra care.

01/05/2022

Very informative and experiences, great to talk with and confide in.

12/28/2021

She is great

12/28/2021

Very good

12/27/2021

Dr. Prier was very thorough in explaining all my options, listened well to me, took all my concerns into consideration, allowing all the time needed to do so. I am so happy she is my surgeon! I feel very confident that I am in capable hands!

12/27/2021

Appreciated her concern. Very professional, answered all of our questions.

12/17/2021

My experience was very good. I would recommend her to anyone who may need her services.

12/11/2021

Very good care.

12/10/2021

Very complete information for my care

12/10/2021

The level of caring and compassion shown by Dr. Elizabeth Prier, and her willingness to take the time to answer all questions, is always impressive.

12/07/2021

Very pleased.

12/05/2021

Very pleasant to work wih.

11/30/2021

When you are told you have breast cancer no matter how small it's frightening - *Dr. Prier made me fill much less uncomfortable. I'm not afraid of surgery now.

11/29/2021

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11/23/2021

Dr. Prier was great. She answered some questions that I had, and she gave me some good information.

11/12/2021

My visit was a 6 month follow-up for surgery Dr. Prier performed. As usual, she was very thorough in explaining everything.

10/27/2021

*Dr. Prior rearranged her time-off schedule to accommodate an urgent need. She & her staff went way beyond expected to move up a surgery date in RECORD time. They are amazing!

10/22/2021

Provider and nurse were great. Questions I had during visit and after visit relating to information submitted to insurance for pre-approval for additional medical treatment, were never answered. I recommend if staff cant answer question, they should be able to refer me to someone that can help. Stress during these procedures is great and any help the billing/insurance staff could give would be appreciated.

10/22/2021

Appreciated the concern for healing going forward and providing options for P.T. If needed.

10/22/2021

Dr Prier and her staff were great to deal with. Timely, sensitive, thorough, and really explained In great detail what was going on and why we needed to keep pushing for treatment to start. We ultimately chose to go with the St Luke's Oncology team for the same reasons as we liked Dr Prier. This is taking nothing away from her though as she was awesome.

10/16/2021

She was very informative and caring!

10/13/2021

Excellent.

10/13/2021

The pandemic has caused fear in how and when my very unexpected cancer will be treated. *Dr. Prier was sympathetic and has proceeded in a timely manner.

09/23/2021

I was very comfortable & impressed with the care & service.

09/03/2021

*Dr. Prier and her staff are excellent! I highly recommend *Dr. Prier Ward and her staff for breast care and surgery.

08/29/2021

She was very kind, very thorough and thoughtful

08/27/2021

Doctor Elizabeth Prier and Addie Barnes, PA, answered all of my questions and concerns. I am very satisfied with the care I received during this visit.

07/29/2021

Very thorough.

07/12/2021

I always feel comfortable talking w/*Dr. Prier and *Abbie.

06/23/2021

Very professional.

06/22/2021

*Dr. Prier was removing a port for me and found it was a different type port than she was used to but explained everything to me as she was removing it and was very professional and knowledgeable.

06/20/2021

Elizabeth Prier is fantastic.

06/18/2021

Elizabeth Prier has been great to work with! She made a scary prognosis feel manageable from day 1. I've always felt taken care of, and safe in her care.

06/17/2021

I was so grateful that my husband was allowed and encouraged to come with me. We were both impressed with the TIME and patience *Dr. Prier took to help us understand the condition, treatment, and prognosis. She gave us facts and answered our questions. She did not pressure us for decisions right away. She was encouraging but not pushing us to any specific decision. She definitely respected our right to chose.

06/17/2021

Boise is lucky to have *Dr. Prier. She is the best.
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