Dr. David E. Adler, MD | Portland, OR | Neurological Surgery

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David E Adler MD is a Neurosurgeon located in Portland, OR specializing in Degenerative Spine, Traumaspine, neck, and back surgery and treatment

4.1

28 Ratings
38 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Suny Health Science Center
11 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
3 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
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Confidence, knowledge, and thorough follow ups ( texts and face-to-face) , single- handedly takes care of his patients. He offers the best possible treatment of patients’ presenting problems,. Always with sincere smile, kindness and respect. That’s David Adler, my neurosurgeon??????????. I am In my 2.5 week-post op, Mobi-C TDR C4-C5 & C5-C6, still in my recovery state but feeling great and hopeful. A sincere review from a patient who is a practicing MD as well. My sincere thanks to his dedicated staff, Shereen. Evtbmd

November 15th, 2019

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I recently had surgery for 3 ruptured discs and stenosis by Dr. David Adler and he is the best as far as I am concerned. I am 84 years old and for months and months I was in the worst pain of my life. When he got my MRI results he scheduled surgery immediately. It has been 5 weeks now since surgery and I feel like a new woman. His beside manner is the best I have ever had with a doctor. Thank you again Dr. Adler!

July 25th, 2018

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Never going back, changed surgeons and was back to work in a couple month after they reversed EVERYTHING Adler did!

September 6th, 2016

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Egotistical Doctor should not be practicing medicine

April 15th, 2016

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He cut the nerves during my back surgery leaving me with debilitating pain and a life long limp

August 26th, 2015

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I would highly recommend Dr. Adler. He and his staff are very caring, prompt and my family is completely satisfied with the care we recieved.

October 27th, 2011

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I met Dr Adler after he performed emergency brain surgery on my son who was hit by passenger train. My son was givin a 50/50% chance of survival & even less % of ever being functioning adult.My son wouldn't want to live life like that & I was determined to not let it happen. Dr Adler kept telling me it was too soon to make that call & he was right. My son is walking, talking & has the emotional age of about a 11-14 yr old. He refused to let me give up & gave me hope. Its been 3 yrs & Dr Adler is now my spinal surgeon I wouldn't trust anyone else. Thank you Dr Adler, Shane & I owe you a lifetime of graditude.

November 16th, 2010

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not much to say he is kind of arrogant at first but i suppose many brain docs playing god probably are

May 25th, 2010

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get pass the Doc's dry sence of humor and "house" like bed side manner or just enjoy it as I did and he is amazing!

October 5th, 2009

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Dr. Adler went above and beyond in caring for me before and after my treatment with him. He listened to and answered my questions with caring and humor. He's a godsend!

April 30th, 2009

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Dr. David Elliott Adler, MD	Dr. Rosario Emilia Salazar-Collet	Dr. Laura Emily Hanks	Dr. Lisa J Beattie
Neurological Surgery	Other	Other	Other

4.1 (28 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Portland , OR	Portland , OR	Portland , OR	Portland , OR
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Aneurysm
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Brain Surgery
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Glioblastoma
Head and Neck Disorder
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Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

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Suny Health Science Center

Medical School

Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of MedicineGraduated in 1988

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What languages does Dr. David Adler speak?: Dr. David Adler speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. David Adler's office located?: Dr. David Adler's office is located at 1015 Nw 22nd Ave, Portland, OR, 97210.
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