Dr. Catherine Kay Lum, MD

Dr. Catherine Lum specializes in endocrinology with a focus on diabetes and metabolism, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed her residency at New England Medical Center. With 33 years of experience treating complex hormonal conditions, Dr. Lum has developed extensive knowledge in managing endocrine disorders. She provides care in English for patients throughout the Portland and Vancouver areas.

Dr. Lum is affiliated with Salem Hospital and sees patients at Kaiser Permanente locations in Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington. Her expertise includes treating hypothyroidism, precocious puberty, and gender dysphoria. She performs thyroid function testing and TSH tests to help diagnose and monitor thyroid conditions. Dr. Lum also offers virtual care appointments for patient convenience. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.8 stars for her compassionate …and thorough approach to endocrine care.