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Eric Simpson, M.D., M.C.R. (he/him)

Accepting new patients

  • Frances J. Storrs, M.D. Medical Dermatology Professor
  • Professor of Dermatology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Dermatology

Clinical focus

  • Atopic Dermatitis (eczema)
  • Psoriasis
  • Skin Cancers

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Tall building with the ariel tram to its left
Center for Health & Healing, Building 1
503-494-8311
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About me

Dr. Simpson practices medical dermatology with special interests in chronic inflammatory skin diseases and skin cancer. He is actively involved in clinical research and is currently funded by the National Institutes of Health and industry partners to study new approaches to chronic skin disease treatment and prevention.

Dr. Simpson's collaborations are global in scope and has been invited to present his research and approach to patient care at international conferences in Europe, North and South America, and Asia. He has published over 140 scientific articles in several high-impact peer-reviewed journals including the New England Journal of Medicine and The Lancet. 

As part of his commitment to lessen the burden of atopic dermatitis (eczema) worldwide, Dr. Simpson is dedicated to identifying and improving quality of care for patients with atopic dermatitis. He is the director of the Frances J. Storrs and Jon M. Hanifin CLEAR Eczema Center at OHSU. Furthermore, he supports patient advocacy by serving as the Co-Chair of the Scientific Advisory Committee for the National Eczema Association.  He also serves on the Executive Committee of the Harmonizing Outcome Measures in Eczema (HOME) - a volunteer group of patients, providers, and other stakeholders whose mission is to improve the quality of eczema research to better suit the needs of patients and policy-makers.

Outside of work, Dr. Simpson enjoys spending time with his wife and children, playing squash, camping, hiking, fishing, and biking.



 

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 1998, University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
    • M.C.R., 2009, Oregon Health & Science University

  • Residency

    • Dermatology, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, OR, 2002

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Dermatology

Memberships and associations:

  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • Alpha Omega Alpha
  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • American Contact Dermatitis Society
  • American Dermatological Association
  • Dermatology Foundation Leaders Society
  • International Society of Atopic Dermatitis
  • National Eczema Association
  • National Psoriasis Foundation
  • Oregon Dermatology Society
  • Oregon Medical Association
  • Society for Investigative Dermatology
  • Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (210 Ratings, 98 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. Dr. Eric Simpson is an outstanding provider who is knowledgeable, caring, and professional. He listens to my concerns and he explains why we need to treat in a particular way and includes my inputs into the final decision.

  2. Eric was knowledgeable, took the time to answer all of my questions and explain a multitude of past and present studies to support his answers.

  3. Dr. Simpson is the best

  4. Courterious, knowlegable, a pleasure to have him as my doctor.

  5. He's awesome

  6. Dr. Simpson and the residents are very professional and I feel very comfortable during my examination.

  7. Dr. Simpson, Davi, and Jordan were fantastic, listened to my concerns, gave me the information I needed to make an informed choice about my treatment.

  8. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Simpson. He is extremely knowledgeable and thorough.

  9. They listened and cared very deeply about the problem. They are working hard to find a solution that will work for me and avoided invasive procedures until it was clear it was needed.

  10. He is very professional and his expertise is much appreciated.

  11. Dr Simpson was great and I'd definitely recommend him to others.

  12. Very informative, helpful.

  13. I am very pleased with Dr. Simpson. Good listener. Thoughtful. Responsive to questions.

  14. Expert in atopic dermatitis that understood that a systemic treatment of my eczema was needed.

  15. Dr. Simpson is the best!

  16. Personable and thorough. Doctor and team address all the necessary skill in identifying skin lesions that could be problematic. Positive interactions giving me confidence that a thorough exam was conducted.

  17. Dr Simpson is the rare clinician who is also an accomplished clinical researcher, yet he is very personable.

  18. He was very professional and explanations that are easy to follow

  19. I've been seeing Dr Simpson for over 10 years now. I like him a lot.

  20. Dr. Simpson is really attentive and empathetic.

  21. Dr. Simpson is very personable & professional. He listens & asks for your feedback never pushing you to use products or therapies you're uncomfortable with.

  22. I have been seeing Dr Simpson for quite a few years and have always had a great experience with him. He is extremely knowledgeable and easy to understand. Freely answers all my questions and makes his patients feel comfortable. Works very well with the residents, fellows,med students. Very good Doctor.

  23. Dr Simpson's care and concern for my health has always been outstanding. His skills are impressive both as a doctor and a teacher. When I imagine what a great doctor should be, I think of him.

  24. Excellent communication, attentive to my particular issues.

  25. Dr. Has always had my best interest.

  26. Love Dr Simpson. Been a patient for many years

  27. He listens, he is smart, and I trust and respect his diagnosis.

  28. Dr. Simpson is knowledgeable, caring, patient, and funny.

  29. Dr. Simpson is professional, thorough, knowledgable, and has a warm friendly demeanor that puts patients at ease.

  30. Kind and caring. Removed the lessons