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Dr. Joseph Frankhouse, MD

Dr. Joseph Frankhouse, MD

Colorectal Surgery*

Dr. Joseph Frankhouse, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Vancouver, WA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center and OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Legacy Medical Group-Colon & Rectal Surgery at Salmon Creek

2121 NE 139th St Ste 245 Vancouver, WA 98686
Telehealth available

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(360) 487-1020

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Frankhouse specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. • 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Frankhouse's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Frankhouse

4.8
37 ratings, 15 with a written review
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De Frankhouse is very knowledgeable and kind. I have complete confidence and trust in him.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2025
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First rate medical doctor. Patient, affable, articulate, and very focused with helpful information
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 05, 2025
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Dr. Frankhouse is a colon doctor. I have seen Dr. Frankhouse 4 times. I had anal cancer and I'm in my eighties. So, It Is not easy appointment for me or subject to talk to a doctor. Dr. Frankhouse has treated me and my daughter in law with the most respect. He Is easy to talk to and I'm comfortable talking to him. I still have a problem and will come back to Dr. Frankhouse to work It out.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 08, 2025
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I have always had a good experience and been taken care of at this office by all providers with the utmost respect and care and compassion!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 17, 2024
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All Good!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 10, 2024
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Great experience considering talking about colon and GI health can be a little awkward. I felt very comfortable and the staff were very knowledgeable
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 24, 2024
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Dr Frankhouse is an excellent surgeon and is taking every possible measure towards improving my health and life. He is an extremely intelligent person, but he never speaks down' to me and he is able to speak with me on my level of understanding complex issues. I value his honesty, integrity and experience in his chosen specialty.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2024
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Colonoscopy
Dr Frankhouse seeing us before and after the procedure. He gave us confidence in the importance of the screening to detect and stop cancer.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Judy Bickford – Feb 19, 2024
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Truly the best!
My husband spoke so highly of Dr. Frankhouse on his colonoscopy screening experience so I made sure I got Dr. Frankhouse for my own screening as well! Indeed, I felt that I was in excellent hands and I just knew that I could trust him with my life! I never had a good experience in a hospital setting, but this was an exception. He is truly one of the best doctors, and I had one of the best experience of the whole process! Thank you Dr. Frankhouse!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Yeon Chung – Jan 05, 2024
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Everything Done Right
Both the Doctor and his staff are first rate. As busy as I'm sure they are, I was made to feel that my situation was of upmost importance. Before surgery, completely discussed procedure and prep, and after surgery follow up phone call from the doctor to explain the surgery and plan for future. Couldn't be happier with Dr. Frankhouse .
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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Bill – Mar 01, 2022
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Dr frankhouse is excellent with his surgical skills as well as kind and compassionate
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dr Kenneth winokur in Independence , OR – Jan 07, 2019
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Dr. Frankhouse did 2 surgeries on a family member after most of the colon had been removed due to cancer at 46. Listen to your body people - it talks to you all the time. Due to Dr. Frankhouse's expertise the family member leads a normal, very active life. Dr. Frankhouse's expertise is surpassed by none and his kindness matches. We are thankful for Dr. Frankhouse.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mother of patient in OR – Nov 02, 2018
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I put my life and health in Dr. Frankhouse's experience and expertise. It was trust well placed. I highly recommend him to anyone with colorectal issues requiring surgery. Additionally, he is patient oriented and I felt very comfortable discussing my health issues with him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Nov 02, 2018
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This man literally saved my life. I went into the hospital with a very rare condition, was taken seriously (after a few shenanigans with the ER team), but Dr Frankhouse was honest, upfront, conservative and thorough in treating my condition. I felt that he genuinely cared about my survival and positive outcomes. Also - he's so very friendly it made it not as bad as it could have been!
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
5 others found this helpful
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PORTLAND, OR – May 01, 2018
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Fabulous doctor. I was totally stressed with my situation and had been given some ( not helpful ) advice for several years prior to seeing Dr Frankhouse. He did my surgery April 2015. I am now normal I am so thankful. I would recommend him to anyone with out hesitation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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Mildred Marvel in Portland, OR – Apr 01, 2016
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care philosophy

To provide state of the art care in a personal and sensitive manner customized to each patient. Using national guidelines and accepted principles for all care.

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Los Angeles County - Usc Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • University So Calif

    Internship Hospital, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Legacy Medical Group-Colon & Rectal Surgery at Salmon Creek

Legacy Medical Group-Colon & Rectal Surgery at Salmon Creek2121 NE 139th St Ste 245 Vancouver, WA 98686
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Legacy Medical Group-Colon & Rectal Surgery at Good Samaritan

Legacy Medical Group-Colon & Rectal Surgery at Good Samaritan2222 NW Lovejoy St Ste 601 Office Portland, OR 97210
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center

    2211 NE 139th St
    Vancouver, WA 98686
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus

    3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
    Portland, OR 97239
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

    1015 NW 22nd Ave
    Portland, OR 97210
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    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

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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