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Dr. Kathleen Waldorf, MD

Dr. Kathleen Waldorf, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kathleen Waldorf, MD is a plastic surgeon in Portland, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1986. She is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 144 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (144 reviews)

Practice

9775 SW Wilshire St Ste 200 Portland, OR 97225

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Waldorf is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center Portland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Waldorf specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Waldorf's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Waldorf

4.7

144 ratings, 31 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 02, 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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Feb 09, 2022
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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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Leslie – Jan 31, 2022
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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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Jan 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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KC – Dec 28, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Deborah DeMoss Smith – May 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 23, 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
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Julie Galey in Beaverton, OR – Nov 01, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jun 02, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sara R in Portland, OR – Nov 22, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anthony Stroud in Portland, OR – Sep 09, 2016
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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
Helpful
Dereck S. in Ashburn, VA – Aug 23, 2016
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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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elmogutman in San Francisco, CA – Aug 09, 2016
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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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Caroline Lineberry in Portland, OR – Jul 25, 2016
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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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Jared L. in Ashburn, VA – Jul 14, 2016
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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
Helpful
Michael in Portland, OR – Jul 07, 2016
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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
Helpful
James in Portland, OR – Jun 27, 2016
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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
Helpful
Ruby in Portland, OR – Jun 01, 2016
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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
Helpful
David in Portland, OR – May 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"Plastic surgery can and should be empowering for the patient and it is truly my privilege to provide that for people." ~Dr. Waldorf
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Georgetown University

    Internship Hospital
  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • Georgetown University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Forefront Dermatology S.C.9775 SW Wilshire St Ste 200 Portland, OR 97225
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Portland Medical Center

    4805 NE Glisan St
    Portland, OR 97213
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

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    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

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