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Emily Christopher, M.P.A.S., PA-C

Not currently accepting patients

  • Physician Assistant
  • Instructor of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Cardiology

Clinical focus

  • Heart Valve

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

Emily Christopher is a nationally certified Physician Assistant who specializes in caring for patients with heart valve conditions. She chose to pursue medicine after growing up watching her grandfather, a pediatric oncologist, care for his patients with compassion and dedication. She is passionate about advocating for patients to receive the highest quality of care and helping people better understand their medical conditions and treatment options. She chose heart valve medicine because of her interest in the structure and function of the heart muscle and the innovative minimally invasive treatment options in the field.

Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with her husband and rescue dog, Ruby. She enjoys traveling, going to concerts, trying out new baking recipes, and spending time outdoors.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.S., 2017, University of Portland
    • M.P.A.S., 2020, High Point University

  • Certifications

    • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2020
    • Oregon Medical Board, 2021
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (57 Ratings, 27 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 NRC patient surveys.

  1. She seems caring, knowledgeable, intelligent, and offering to speak with the doctor where she wasn't sure of an answer.

  2. Very good appointment knowledge able , friendly , and just good techs. Thank you

  3. Well taken care of even though they were extremely busy

  4. Very personable and easy to talk with

  5. Very helpful and professional

  6. Emily listened carefully as to what I had to say. I did not feel rushed. She answered all of my questions and concerns.

  7. Polite and extremely respectful

  8. Fine. A 5 week follow up after tricuspid surgery, done very nicely. She took all the info I could give and told me all I wanted to know.

  9. Very professional.

  10. The clinician was kind, thoughtful, and understanding of my problems.

  11. I was very pleased with the timely manner that they got their patients in their knowledge and patience. I felt very good about everyone and thank you.

  12. She is professional but also personable.

  13. Very professional and answered all my questions

  14. Professional, friendly and carinf

  15. After two appointments with Emily Christopher, I have complete confidence and trust in her dealing with my health care.Emily had a great personality and rapport with my wife and I while going over all test results including the Zio ECG monitor. Everything was explained and all my questions were answered in a way we were able to understand.

  16. Knowledgeable; professional; compassionate.

  17. Emily is amazing. Never let her get away!

  18. Listened very intently, offered suggestions and explanations, when asked, was informative and helpful.

  19. Friendly, professional and made all the next steps in my proceedure very clear, including giving me a print out.

  20. Very impressive and professional.

  21. Very efficiant except for thr wait to get the ct scam was excessive/

  22. Excellent communication & rapport

  23. Thanks to Emily Christopher for her informative and helpful consultation.

  24. I truly appreciate that Emily Christopher took the time to talk with me, hear my concerns, review my file and make positive comments. I have just moved to the area, and at my previous doctor's office, all my doctors retired! Emily's approach Is very professional and caring. Thank you very much!

  25. Good

  26. Excellent information, very, very nice

  27. Very knowledgeable. Easy to talk to. Expressed concern about me.