About
Dr. Lucy Hostetter is a nationally recognized, board-certified anesthesiologist with over 15 years of experience. She specializes in regenerative medicine and non-opioid pain treatments. She graduated from the UCLA School of Medicine. Dr. Hostetter later completed her anesthesiology residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center.
At Virginia Mason, she earned the prestigious Moore-Bridenbaugh Regional Anesthesia Research Fellowship. She then joined Swedish Medical Center and started an innovative nerve block program. Dr. Hostetter also founded the first regional anesthesia program at St. Francis Hospital. She believes in helping the body heal itself to avoid the trauma of surgery.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
B.S. in Biochemistry, University of California, Davis, Magna cum laude (2000)
Medical School
MD, UCLA School of Medicine (2006)
Residency
Anesthesiology, Virginia Mason Medical Center (2010)
Fellowship
Regional Anesthesia, Virginia Mason Medical Center (Moore-Bridenbaugh Regional Anesthesia Research Fellowship, 2011)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hostetter right for?
Dr. Hostetter is a strong fit for adults seeking non-surgical options for pain and injury. Patients with orthopedic conditions, joint pain, or sports injuries benefit from her regenerative focus. She also serves patients interested in hormone health, medical weight loss, or sexual wellness. Anyone who wants to avoid surgery and support the body's natural healing process will find her approach well-matched.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hostetter treats a wide range of pain and musculoskeletal conditions. Her focus includes joint pain, sports injuries, and orthopedic conditions amenable to regenerative care. She also manages hormone imbalances, sexual health concerns, and patients seeking medical weight loss support.
Yes, Dr. Hostetter holds board certification from the American Board of Anesthesiology, active since 2012. She brings over 15 years of clinical experience to her work in regenerative and pain medicine.
Dr. Hostetter offers stem cell therapy, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, and shockwave therapy for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions. She uses ultrasound-guided techniques to deliver precise, targeted treatments. Her goal is to stimulate the body's natural healing response.
Dr. Hostetter earned her medical degree from UCLA School of Medicine in 2006. She completed her anesthesiology residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center in 2010. She then earned the prestigious Moore-Bridenbaugh Regional Anesthesia Research Fellowship, also at Virginia Mason, in 2011.
Dr. Hostetter focuses on non-opioid, non-surgical treatments. She believes in stimulating the body's own capacity to heal rather than masking symptoms. She draws on her anesthesiology and regional anesthesia background to deliver precise, minimally invasive pain care.
Yes, Dr. Hostetter has a strong track record building innovative pain programs. She launched a nerve block program at Swedish Medical Center. She also founded the first regional anesthesia program at St. Francis Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Hostetter offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for both men and women. She addresses hormone imbalances that affect energy, weight, mood, and sexual health. Her treatment plans incorporate lab-based assessments to guide individualized care.
Her training in anesthesiology and regional anesthesia gave her deep expertise in precision injection techniques. She uses ultrasound-guided delivery to place regenerative treatments exactly where the body needs them. That technical foundation sets her apart in the regenerative medicine space.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026