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Craig Okada, M.D.

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  • Associate Professor of Medicine, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Cancer

Clinical focus

  • Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma (CTCL)
  • Lymphoma

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Modern building on a clear day with the tram in the background.
Center for Health & Healing, Building 2
503-494-8311
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About me

Dr. Okada specializes in the care of patients with lymphoma. He joined OHSU in 2004 and has a particular interest the treatment of cutaneous lymphoma and immunotherapy. With over 30 different types of lymphoma, focusing his practice in lymphoma allows Dr. Okada to appreciate the subtle difference between the various kinds of lymphoma. This kind of expertise helps in choosing the best treatment for each patient. 

Dr. Okada is part of the OHSU multidisciplinary lymphoma group, which allows for coordinated care from radiation oncology, oncology and bone marrow transplant. He conducts several clinical trials in lymphoma, making promising new treat available for patients with this disease.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • Ph.D., 1990, Stanford University
    • M.D., 1990, Stanford University

  • Residency

    • Stanford University, 1992

  • Fellowship

    • Hematology, Stanford University, 1993

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Internal Medicine (hematology), 1996 (recertified 2007)

Memberships and associations:

  • American Society of Hematology
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (149 Ratings, 56 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey patient surveys.

  1. OHSU has great doctors and nurses.

  2. Caring people

  3. OHSU is blessed to have Dr Okada! His knowledge and ability to communicate with patients is exceptional!

  4. Pain relief was not an issue at my appointment

  5. Receiving a cancer diagnosis is life shattering. Dr. Okada takes the time to explain the disease and treatment plans. He listens to my concerns and always provides answers, even if the news is not good. His kindness is very much appreciated.

  6. I am grateful for Dr Okada's expertise, concern and thorough explanations.

  7. I felt very confrontable, and my worries and concerns, was answered Great communication

  8. Felt very well cared for

  9. Doctor was thorough, knowledgeable and concerned with development of condition and quite personable.

  10. Everything was good

  11. I always receive the best care and treatment. The explanations of care and test results are explained very well.

  12. Dr. Okada is very professional and personable with his patients.

  13. Dr Okada takes his time and explains things very well and allows us time to process information and ask pertinent questions

  14. Very thorough

  15. Dr. Craig Okada walks on water, he saved my life, it doesn't get any better than that!

  16. Always efficient, professional, informative.

  17. I am very fortunate to have Dr. Okada and his staff taking care of my medical situation.

  18. Wonderful doctor. Science and humanity.

  19. Good

  20. This team has worked hard to get and keep me well. I have found everything about my entire process comforting and safe. I know I am receiving the best care possible.

  21. Dr Okada was thorough, knowledgeable, and explained my disease in great detail. He even gave me a booklet to read and let me know about a group with the same diagnosis.

  22. Dr Okada has always been very kind and patient with me

  23. Dr Okada is simply the best, His knowledge and communication along with his compassion provides a level of confidence that offers hope.

  24. Dr Okada is an exceptional person and doctor. He is very attentive and takes time to listen to my needs and is very kind

  25. Consistently superb

  26. Dr. Okada was calm and explained everything very clearly. Absolutely charming bedside manner. I couldn't have asked for a better doctor.

  27. Dr. Okada is the very best physician I have known. He is extremely skilled, professional, respectful and thorough. He reviews test results in detail and explains their significance in clear language. He always answers my questions and does not rush. I rate him A+ = 10/10 in all ways.

  28. Dr. Okada is 5 STAR physician. Lucky to have him treating me.

  29. I have complete confidence in Dr Okada

  30. He was prompt, answered my questions, professional, courteous and knowledgeable.