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Dr. Michael Lefor, MD

Dr. Michael Lefor, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Lefor, MD is a pulmonologist in Portland, OR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lefor has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1996. He is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (11 reviews)

The Oregon Clinic

1111 NE 99th Ave Portland, OR 97220
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lefor specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease & Sleep Medicine. 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.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Lefor's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lefor

4.3

11 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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
Helpful
Feb 24, 2024
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Telehealth
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
Helpful
Lawrence Williams – Feb 03, 2024
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Telehealth
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 13, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jul 14, 2023
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 02, 2022
Stephanie, it's discouraging to hear that you had...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Richard M Hincks – Aug 20, 2021
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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 Berman – Sep 02, 2020
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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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Feb 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 09, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

My goals are always to provide the best and most appropriate care to the individual patient. I believe that this is accomplished by listening and planning with the patient about what is best for that person, even at times when there are only limited...read more

biography

Dr. Lefor graduated from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). He later completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle. Dr. Lefor finished his pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine...read more
  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Sleep Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Utah

    Fellowship Hospital, 2002
  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
Sleep Medicine
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Locations

The Oregon Clinic

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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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