Taylor Lara, MD

Taylor Lara, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery

Speaks

Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Saint Alphonsus Medical Group

Primary Contact

(208) 302-3500

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Saint Alphonsus Orthopedics JCOE W Emerald

6165 W Emerald St
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 Orthopedics JCOE W Emerald

Ten Mile Surgery Center

875 S Vanguard Way
Ste 120
Meridian , ID 83642

About

I love the outdoors (hiking, skiing, running, and biking), music, photography, and food.

In the Media

Watch Dr. Lara's seminar about Hip and Knee Joint pain. Specific topics included: causes of joint pain, tips for managing joint pain, and modern techniques for the treatment of joint pain.


500th Joint Replacement Surgery Taylor Lara




Procedures Performed

  • fracture care
  • Minimally invasive surgery
  • Revision surgery of the knee and hip
  • Total joint replacement (knee and hip)

Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Oregon Health & Science University Hospital

Medical School:
University of Tennessee Health Science Center

Board Certifications

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

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 >

4.7 out of 5

(59 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.

124 Reviews

08/07/2024

Got in for appt immediately, ALL staff there are kind and professional. Dr Lara is the best!

08/06/2024

Everything is good

07/24/2024

I left comfortable with the visit.

07/23/2024

He is very thouro

07/17/2024

Todo bien

07/12/2024

one of the nicest physician's I have ever encountered

04/21/2024

Slipped on ice and broke my [body parts]. There was talk of sending me to a more metro area to have the surgery needed. Although a very complex repair, Dr Lara was able to put me back together again. I couldn't be more pleased. Highly recommend!

04/02/2024

Very good appointment!!

03/13/2024

Nothing

03/13/2024

Waited for an hour

03/13/2024

Wait time a bit excessive 30 minutes+

03/12/2024

I’m very pleased and thankful to the staff.

03/12/2024

I was appreciative of all the care I received.

02/28/2024

If the interview was an indicator, I am confident I am In good hands.

02/28/2024

Dr. Lara is kind and listens with the intent to understand. He did exceptional work on both my hip replacements. I would definitely want Dr Lara to do other joint replacement surgeries, if needed.

02/27/2024

Dr. Lara was very friendly, east to talk to never seemed rushed and treated me with respect. He answered all my concerns and questions. He explained the x-ray results, what they meant about my prognosis very well. He was very encouraging.

02/20/2024

Only my previous issue.

02/20/2024

Did my first knee replacement, back for seconds, that says it all.

02/06/2024

I appreciated the professionalism and friendliness of everyone I can in contact with.

01/30/2024

I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Lara as my doctor.

01/24/2024

Dr Lara took his time when speaking with me, I didn't feel rushed and felt he cared

01/24/2024

I mistakenly clicked on rating this visit a 6. I meant an 8 and that is because it was the second time I had to wait an hour for the doctor to appear!!

01/23/2024

Did have a very long wait time

01/10/2024

I recommend Dr Lara to every one i like.

01/09/2024

Lack of listening skills.

01/09/2024

Worked me in for an emergency appointment.

12/06/2023

I will seek alternatives.

12/06/2023

I never felt rushed with Dr Lara. He is experienced and knowledgable and can’t wait for 2nd knee to be replaced.

11/29/2023

Great provider and so was the office!

11/27/2023

I appreciate Dr. Lara's treatment.

11/19/2023

This was the first time being treated there. Very impressed.

11/02/2023

waiting in the patient exam room for over an hour

11/02/2023

The Best!!!

11/01/2023

Felt very good with the time I was with the provider.

10/30/2023

I will find another provider

10/29/2023

I really like Dr Lara he is kind, considerate and patient. He explains what is happening and why. I am so glad I chose him for my knee surgery!

10/25/2023

Great

10/24/2023

Have recommend 2 family members

10/21/2023

Provider takes time to listen & does good job of explaining

10/18/2023

Dr. Lara was attentive, caring and treated me very respectfully. He answered all my questions and explained in detail how he would proceed with me as a patient and explained all the details of my upcoming surgery. He set my mind at ease and that is extremely important as a patient.

10/05/2023

Everyone was very kind, respectful and professional

10/05/2023

I appriciate being spoke "with" not "at".

09/22/2023

Courteous kind and knowledgeable

09/21/2023

Never felt like the provider was rushed and excellent care.

09/11/2023

I was given the best care possible, and will be back for any other surgeries

09/07/2023

Almost good enough to want another hip replacement!

08/24/2023

Refreshed, relieved and damned good.

08/24/2023

I love my doctor and think he is a great surgeon!

08/21/2023

Need in writing diagnosis of left knee,work status, and also anumber or something to ohsu were im being referred.

08/20/2023

I liked Dr Lara’s manner & detailed explanation of the pending surgery and recovery. He put me at ease with his knowledge & easy friendly demeanor

08/02/2023

Not my normal MD He was nice but I waited over 20 minutes for him after X-rays no check in with delays

07/31/2023

Dr. Lara realy care about his patients!

07/26/2023

Very caring.

07/26/2023

Extremely great

07/18/2023

Thank you

07/12/2023

Excellent

07/10/2023

Very nice and willing to listen to my concerns.

07/06/2023

Answered all questions, explained procedures ,possible outcomes and risks

06/22/2023

I received great treatment from Dr. Lara and I am very grateful he took me on as a patient.

06/16/2023

The experience went well

06/16/2023

I appreciate the level of care I have received. Pamphlets, educational class, nursing even receptionist all were very professional.

06/08/2023

After talking with Dr Lara I'm at ease moving forward with my procedure.

06/01/2023

Everybody was very pleasant and helpful

05/26/2023

I was referred to see Dr. jinn and got someone else whom was not very helpful

05/18/2023

Took the time to discuss my concern with my knees and gave me options for treatment.

05/13/2023

Received a booklet informing me of the process.

05/06/2023

Excellent

04/29/2023

Overall a good visit.

04/13/2023

His bedside manner was awesome

04/06/2023

Very pleasant and easy too talk to,

04/06/2023

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03/25/2023

Regrettably, he could offer no winning lottery numbers

03/24/2023

Dr Lara was excellent the staff were kind and respectful.

02/23/2023

Thank you! Dr Lara was great.

01/27/2023

Treatment plan explained, the good and the bad.

01/19/2023

He was courteous

01/04/2023

Dr. Lara is very knowledgeable and a very caring provider.

11/11/2022

Empathetic, knowle

09/17/2022

Dr Lara was very professional, listened to my comments

09/16/2022

Everyone in the office was courteous and friendly

08/24/2022

Answered all my questions

08/22/2022

Explained issues well

08/15/2022

Would have liked a sheet with aftercare info

08/05/2022

I am looking at a hip replacement - went to get a few opinions and I really felt comfortable with *Dr. Lara so I chose him - very informative and explained the procedure very well - hope in 3 months it goes as good as this appt. did.

08/02/2022

First time visit - *Dr. Lara is well informed in his field. His explanations & feedback to me were prompt and efficient.

07/29/2022

Excellent.

07/25/2022

Dr Laura was great. He is a valuable new addition to this practice.

07/21/2022

Excellent video of knee problems and knee replacement!

07/20/2022

The physician was great, but follow up for treatment is horrendous.

06/29/2022

*Dr. Lara provided excellent care. It was my first time back since *Dr. Moore left, and I have no hesitation relying on *Dr. Lara for my care in the future. Personable, thorough and happy to do into detail on my questions.

06/29/2022

Very professional.

06/17/2022

Took about a week to get the results 6X my MRI on my right knee.

06/10/2022

Great customer service from the front desk and the MA. I really appreciated that Dr. Lara's reviewed the MRI and x-rays with me. He explained the treatment plan and I was able to receive the injection at this visit.

05/27/2022

I was impressed with the amount of time Dr. Lara spent answering my questions and explaining the options to repair my left hip problem and limp that resulted from the femur fracture.

05/18/2022

All staff very kind - prompt - and supportive. Up until 2 months ago, I was working as an RN (50 yrs. of work) I appreciated the respect & concern.

05/18/2022

I couldn't believe *Dr. Lara called me THE DAY AFTER my visit and personally went over my problem with my knee and hip. I usually get calls back from 2 nurse, not 2 doctor, at St. Luke's. Was very impressed with the call and have already referred him. Also, the radiology tech was very efficient and took me right in.

05/17/2022

*Dr. Lara fixed my knee w/an injection and I have been pain free since.

04/25/2022

Dr. Lara does an excellent job of explaining everything. My procedure went exactly as planned and my recovery was quick.

04/23/2022

Very attentive to my needs and questions.

04/19/2022

Dr Lara was professional and caring. He had some concerns about my health which he was sensitive in relaying.

04/18/2022

Explained everything in detail that was understandable!!

04/11/2022

Waited in waiting room said sorry forgot to tell nurse took approx. 1 1/2 mos. said waiting on insurance. I called ins. they said approval not necessary. Little info given no follow up.

04/05/2022

My procedure went very smoothly as a result of *Dr. Taylor & staff. Results are great.

04/04/2022

*Dr. Lara took time to listen and answer all my questions. I am 100% satisfied with the care I received!

04/03/2022

Very professional but also down to earth

03/23/2022

I really appreciate the care I received from Dr Lara and his staff.

03/23/2022

Dr. Lara is an extremely knowledgeable in his field, and provides the type of care and understanding that I would expect from my doctor. His care and in-depth explanation of the surgery procedure were exactly what I needed to prepare for this going forward. He never faltered with answering my questions about the procedure, or the level of recovery that I might experience. This provided me with the necessary tools to plan my recovery and expectations going forward. I have seen other Total Knee Replacements surgeries and was a little apprehensive about having it done. This is where Dr. Lara proved to excel in his approach, techniques, demonstration of the prosthesis and work ethics. Most of the surgeries that I have seen that were used to close the wound used staples, not sutures from inside out. This makes the wound heal must faster and provides for less scarring. Another point is that after surgery, Dr. Lara visited me and told me that he had take more off the bone to allow a proper fit of the prosthesis. In all, my experience with Dr. Lara was superior and will spread his praises all over Garden Valley that has a High rate of TKR. Thank God for Dr. Lara!!!

03/07/2022

Very good - would see her again.

03/02/2022

Very good.

03/01/2022

I am new to town & was referred by a doctor who is new & doesn't know my health history either. The receptionists were so helpful with many calls about scheduling. The doctor, his sports physical therapist & his assistant *Laura spent good time with us answering questions my husband & I had. I also called with some questions on separate occasions after my visit and *Laura - *Dr. Lara's assistant was very patient and helpful with my questions.

02/26/2022

Dr Taylor Lara is one of the best doctors I've ever had. He patiently explained the hip replacement procedure, what I would experience pre and post surgery, and the optimum and prohibitive hip positions and movements to expedite the healing process.His follow-up is excellent and he and his staff (Medical Assistant Laura Burch) respond quickly to questions or concerns. I recommend him and his staff highly.

02/25/2022

First time visit. He didn't offer many solutions to the problem.

02/18/2022

Very good at answering my questions.

02/09/2022

Wanted to be reassured about hip replacement.

02/01/2022

Excellent. He did not seem rushed. He explained surgery & answered my questions. He listened and was very kind.

01/18/2022

First experience was good and I'm somewhat anxious to commence treatment. Problem has improved with rest and being careful while standing/walking.

01/11/2022

I am in constant pain my knee is constantly swollen all the way down to my ankle. Basically told to take Tylenol and just wait, 6 months later still in pain and still swollen.

01/11/2022

This was my first visit with *Dr. Taylor.

12/27/2021

*Dr. Lara was fantastic! He was understanding, showed compassion & concern. Made me feel comfortable and explained my situation in details that I could understand. He is an asset to St. Al's!!

12/14/2021

Very good - no problems.

12/10/2021

Excellent. A very lucky occasion for me!

12/03/2021

*Dr. Lara is very professional, empathic, easy to speak to and listens well. He gets good marks from the nurses though he's been here only a short time. He's honest and open about his experience.

11/06/2021

New physician to _____. Very informative.

11/04/2021

*Dr. Lara was very professional and sent me to another dr. at the office _____ I don't like to wait for 3 months.
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