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Dr. Walter Fairfax, MD

Dr. Walter Fairfax, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Walter Fairfax, MD is a pulmonologist in Coeur D Alene, ID and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1979. He is affiliated with Kootenai Health. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 5 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 258 Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(208) 625-6877

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Fairfax is affiliated with Kootenai Health Coeur D Alene, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for pulmonology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fairfax specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Fairfax's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fairfax

5.0

7 ratings, 7 with a written review
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Pam B. (R.N.) – Mar 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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RICK THRASHER – Nov 21, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Janice Doyle – Oct 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Tina Norris – Mar 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tom – Oct 08, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Walter Fairfax, MD is a pulmonologist in Coeur D Alene, ID and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1979. He is affiliated with Kootenai Health. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Practice

Office700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 258 Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
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Practice

Office2001 Kootenai Health Way Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kootenai Health

    2003 Kootenai Health Way
    Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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