3.8
6 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Puterbaugh is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over five decades to providing comprehensive adult healthcare. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency training at Oregon Health & Science University. With 53 years of clinical experience, Dr. Puterbaugh brings extensive knowledge to his practice of internal medicine. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Puterbaugh practices at Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. He focuses on managing common health conditions including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and elevated cholesterol levels in children and teenagers. His clinical services include routine blood work, annual flu vaccinations, and cholesterol monitoring through lipid panels. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Puterbaugh practices at Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. He focuses on managing common health conditions including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and elevated cholesterol levels in children and teenagers. His clinical services include routine blood work, annual flu vaccinations, and cholesterol monitoring through lipid panels. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 53 years of experience
- speaks English
- Oregon Health & Science University
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 53 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Portland , OR | Mesquite , TX | Portland , OR | Clackamas , OR |
| Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc | Med School: The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Stephen Puterbaugh has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Stephen Puterbaugh has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
53 Years Experience
Dr. James Stephen Puterbaugh holds an expired medical license in the state of Oregon.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Oregon Health & Science University.
Medical School
Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1973.
NPI Number
Dr. Puterbaugh's NPI number is 1477629509.
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