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Summary
Dr. Deborah Ames is a family medicine physician who specializes in hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and brings 32 years of clinical experience to her practice. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive primary care while also offering specialized comfort care for patients facing serious illnesses.
Dr. Ames practices at Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center in Tualatin, Oregon, and Peacehealth Saint Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Washington. She focuses on caring for patients with memory-related conditions including Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and post-traumatic dementia. Her practice includes coordinating physical therapy services and performing essential diagnostic tests such as blood work and kidney function assessments to monitor her patients' overall health.
Dr. Ames practices at Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center in Tualatin, Oregon, and Peacehealth Saint Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Washington. She focuses on caring for patients with memory-related conditions including Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and post-traumatic dementia. Her practice includes coordinating physical therapy services and performing essential diagnostic tests such as blood work and kidney function assessments to monitor her patients' overall health.
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Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- 30 insurance plans accepted
- Duke University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Deborah Kempe Ames has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| BELLINGHAM , WA | Lawrenceville , GA | Orlando , FL | Mill Creek , WA |
| Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Deborah Kempe Ames
Medical Specialties
Dr. Deborah Kempe Ames has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Deborah Kempe Ames has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Dr. Deborah Kempe Ames holds an expired medical license in the states of Washington and Oregon.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 2005 and Duke University School Of Medicine in 1994.
NPI Number
Dr. Ames' NPI number is 1720257652.
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- Dr. Deborah Ames's office is located at 2219 RIMLAND DR STE 301-301, BELLINGHAM, WA, 98226.
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