3.9
17 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. John Wiest treats lumbar herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, and spondylolisthesis, and performs anterior lumbar spinal fusion, herniated disc surgery, and lumbar spinal fusion. He has practiced vascular surgery and surgery for 47 years. Dr. Wiest earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed his residency at University of Utah Health Care. He is affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Saint Charles Bend, and Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, seeing patients in Portland, Oregon; Tualatin, Oregon; Vancouver, Washington; and Bend, Oregon. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Wiest 3.94 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 47 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Utah Health Care
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 9 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Provided follow-up after the visit
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Office Locations
Dr. John Walter Wiest has 4 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. John Walter Wiest, MD | Dr. Claire Suzanne Kaufman, MD | Dr. Aravind Kumar Bommiasamy, MD | Dr. James Bruce Odone, MD |
| Vascular Surgery | Diagnostic Radiology | Critical Care Medicine | Diagnostic Radiology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 47 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Portland , OR | Portland , OR | Oak Lawn , IL | Douglas , WY |
| Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: OREGON HEALTH & SCIENCE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY OF THE HEALTH SCIENCES F EDWARD HEBERT SCHOOL OF MEDICINE |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Walter Wiest
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Medical Specialties
Dr. John Walter Wiest has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Walter Wiest has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
Dr. John Walter Wiest 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 University Of Utah Health Care.
Medical School
Graduated from David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla in 1979.
NPI Number
Dr. Wiest's NPI number is 1073590998.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. John Wiest speak?
- Dr. John Wiest speaks English.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Wiest?
- You can find contact information for Dr. John Wiest here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. John Wiest accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. John Wiest has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. John Wiest's office located?
- Dr. John Wiest's office is located at 2801 N Gantenbein Ave, Portland, OR, 97227.
- Which hospitals is Dr. John Wiest affiliated with?
- Dr. John Wiest is affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Saint Charles Bend, and Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center.
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