About Portland VA Medical Center
The Portland VA Medical Center is a healthcare facility that provides exceptional care and attention to patients, particularly in its geriatric department. Led by Director Dr. Lamantia, the department offers empathetic and knowledgeable care. The medical center's surgical team, including Dr. Anisian, also provides high-quality care, with patients reporting satisfaction with their treatment and care from start to finish. The Portland VA Medical Center is generally praised for its care and hospitality, with patients noting the attentive and willing-to-assist staff. However, there may be occasional issues with pharmacy wait times and communication. The facility's ER can also be busy, leading to long wait times, but patients understand it's due to the high demand for care. While the overall experience is positive, some patients have reported minor concerns, such as with the sleep clinic's therapist's communication style. Despite these occasional challenges, the Portland VA Medical Center is considered a significant improvement in care compared to other VA facilities.
I have had some very good care lately. Thought I'd mention it. Podiatry was awesome. She was young yet experienced. Her friendly & relaxed demeanor helped me relax and feel glad I was there . All seems to be healing now, 2 Weeks làter
ER visit: Parking takes 20min ? then you get cut off when tryna explain your symptoms?⚕️then you gotta wait over 6hrs probably more, if I didn’t say anything ?…..bring a book, jacket, snacks and water cause its cold and they will forget about you ? BUT its cause they’re busy and need help ? maybe interns could help with that part ?Communication is an issue, at least put up signs ??♀️ cause this guy left his urine sample in the bathroom ? probably didn’t know that this is the VA not Providence or OHSU ?…….you will take your urine with you to your room ?
Only issue I have is with the sleep clinic. Their therapist uses a condensing, patronizing...read full review
The Portland VA hospital is fantastic! My only complaint would be the grumpy veteran sitting at your information desk. The man that "volunteers" should let someone else run this desk. Not once, but twice on two separate occasions he was snarky in giving out info or directions (like we should know it already) God forbid, you having hearing loss and asking him to repeat it! Most of us are sick, and just need some directions. This man always acts like it's such a burden to help you. Not a good impression VA. You need to fix that!?