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Dr. Thomas Dodson, MD

Dr. Thomas Dodson, MD

Psychiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Dodson, MD is a psychiatrist in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF DENTAL AND ORAL SURGERY in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center and Providence Portland Medical Center.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

2187 SW Main St Portland, OR 97205

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(503) 228-0370

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dodson specializes in the area of Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Dodson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dodson

3.2
40 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
45%
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4 star
10%
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3 star
3%
3%
2 star
0%
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1 star
43%
43%

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I have never been bothered by scheduling or billing. His office is professional and a place to feel safe. He listens actively. He is compassionate, empathetic. He knows his specialty and it is obvious. I do not understand these negative reviews. He is not “loose with his prescription pad”- perhaps that is what has upset these patients with their negative reviews.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 27, 2019
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Easily fooled by patients who are smarter than he is.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 23, 2019
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Dr. Dodson is obsessed with money, cares little about his patients, and is incompetent.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Scituate, MA – Nov 21, 2017
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Excellent and would recommend highly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Kate in Portland, OR – Jan 31, 2017
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An Excellent listener, I felt I received in-depth attention and enormous support within a few hours with Dr. Dodson. Normalizing and compassionate, empathic and non-judgemental.
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
2 others found this helpful
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recommended highly in Portland, OR – Aug 20, 2016
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Its almost impossible to book an appointment with Dr. Dodson. I called and left a message 3 times to schedule an appointment, and heard nothing back. He won't return any of your calls unless its about billing you. He tried to criticize my past doctor's diagnosis and treatments. He doesn't seem to be very interested in his patiences, and looks/sounds like he's struggling just to make it through a session.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Not Happy in Portland, OR – Apr 18, 2016
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I am a patient of Dr Dodsons , I found him to be understanding, he makes himself available after hours if necessary, and he is very knowledgeable about medications. I would recommend Dr Dodson to anyone who is struggling
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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Linda Oharra in Portland, OR – Apr 04, 2016
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Another doctor had dx'd me as bipolar but I wasn't completely convinced. I found Dr Dodson after my previous doctor quit accepting my insurance. Having seen him for over a year now and going through several episodes with this (I'd quit my medications), I'm now convinced of both the diagnosis and the fact that I have the best possible doctor for my condition. Dr Dodson is totally there for you, takes calls after hours, is very patient in explaining everything and just sticks with you all the way.
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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
A Happy Camper in Portland, OR – Jan 06, 2016
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biography

Dr. Thomas Dodson, MD is a psychiatrist in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF DENTAL AND ORAL SURGERY in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as...read more

  • Psychiatry

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  • Columbia University / School Of Dental And Oral Surgery

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Office2187 SW Main St Portland, OR 97205
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center

    9205 SW Barnes Rd
    Portland, OR 97225
    Recipient of 19
    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

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • 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

    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital

    3043 NE 28th St
    Lincoln City, OR 97367
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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