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Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Zachary D. Erekson, MD

MD

Doctor of Medicine

St. Luke's Health Partner
St. Luke's Health Partner

These providers work together to achieve patient-centered care, using proven best practices to offer better care to you and your family.

  • Palliative and Supportive Care
Accepting new patients
By Referral Only

Facilities & Clinics

  1. St. Luke's Clinic - Palliative and Supportive Care

    • Address
      190 E Bannock St Boise, ID 83712
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    • Phone
      (208) 381-1615
      Fax
      (208) 381-5141

  2. St. Luke's Clinic – Palliative and Supportive Care: Meridian

    • Address
      520 S. Eagle Rd. Suite 3102 Meridian, ID 83642
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      Hours
      Thu: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    • Appointments
      • (208) 381-1615

  3. St. Luke's Clinic – Palliative and Supportive Care: Boise

    • Address
      1000 E. Park Blvd. Suite 120 Boise, ID 83712
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      Hours
      Wed: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    • Appointments
      • (208) 381-1615

Conditions & Treatments

  • Palliative Medicine

About Zachary D. Erekson

Biography

Zachary Erekson, MD is the medical director of palliative care at St. Luke's, and offers medical and supportive care to patients living with serious, life-threatening illnesses. As a palliative medicine specialist, he takes a goal-oriented approach to medical care. Dr. Erekson works with patients to explore their goals and values, then teams with other healthcare professionals in providing meaningful care.

Dr. Erekson has worked as a hospitalist, a palliative care provider, and a hospice provider. His has conducted research into and taught others about open and compassionate communication with patients and their loved ones.

  • Medical School

    University of Iowa College of Medicine

  • Residency

    University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

  • Fellowship

    University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

  • Board Certifications

    Hospice and Palliative Medicine
    Internal Medicine

  • Gender

    Male

  • Languages Spoken

    English,German
 
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