Paul B. Bascom, M.D.
- Specialties:
- Cancer and Blood Disorders, Medicine
- Special Interests:
- Hospice, Palliative Care, Hematologic Malignancies
- Accepting Patients:
- No
- Languages:
- English, Spanish
Academic and Clinical Position
Associate Professor
Biography
Dr. Bascom is a member of the OHSU Palliative Medicine and Comfort Care Team. This team serves patients with serious and life-threatening illnesses at OHSU Hospital. The team provides guidance to patients, families and their medical teams to alleviate suffering and promote quality of life. Dr. Bascom served for many years as a primary care physician, and as medical director of Legacy Hospice and Hopewell House Hospice Center. He now devotes his professional activities full time to palliative care. Dr. Bascom speaks Spanish fluently and enjoys singing and outdoor recreation. He is the father of three daughters.
Professional Education
- Degree:
Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, 1986
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Residency:
Internal Medicine, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, 1989
Certifications
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Certifications:
American Board of Internal Medicine (Internal Medicine)
American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine
