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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: 5 out of 5 (232 Ratings, 100 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. Dr. Simpson is exceptional in all aspects. I appreciate having him as my doctor.

  2. He was extremely knowledgeable and thorough. Great bedside manner. Gave me hope

  3. Dr. Simpson is top shelf.

  4. Very thorough and professional

  5. Very professional from the start to the end

  6. Dr Simpson has been incredibly helpful, understanding and accommodating with my issues and treatment options. Apparently my condition is an example of just how bad things can get with my issues and I've been used as a criteria for how bad things can get sometimes. He's always very considerate, understands very clearly what I'm going through, and displays empathy and compassion that are sincere in my opinion. He has excellent bedside manner and is very knowledgeable in his field. I feel very fortunate to have him as my Dermatologist, and he is definitely someone I refer others to if they have any type of issue that falls under his umbrella of expertise.

  7. Dr. Simpson is personable, competent, thorough, and kind. He's an excellent physician.

  8. Doc is in the top 1% of doctors - careful, knowledgeable and patient. Have seen him for over 10 years with multiple skin issues (I'm 80 yo and lived in the sun) - we've caught issues early followed by best treatments - I'm delighted as is my MD daughter!

  9. He was very knowlegable of my issues and took the time to make his thoughts clear to me

  10. Dr. Simpson is very professional as well as friendly.

  11. Dr. Simpson is great!

  12. He is very easy to talk to and explains things very clearly.

  13. Excellent

  14. Dr. Simpson is the BEST! I am so fortunate to have him as my dermatologist.

  15. Have been seeing Dr Simpson for quite a while now and always have positive outcomes from my visits. Dr Simpson has a good rapport with the residents and fellows that work with him,and he seems to enjoy mentoring them. Would highly recommend Dr. Simpson.

  16. He has been a huge impact on my life and the way he chose to treat my condition

  17. I really enjoy Dr.Simpson. Kind, listens, takes the time needed excellent!

  18. Friendly and professional

  19. Dr.& his staff always great help to me ! Thank You

  20. Best Doctor I've ever visited.

  21. He's always top notch

  22. Friendly interested listened to me

  23. Great experience & is really trying to provide the best care for my situation.

  24. He listens, I trust him 100%.

  25. Very professional

  26. Very professional and at the same time fun to work with.

  27. Friendly, smart and efficient

  28. Very thorough and well informed. Calm and caring demeanor. Cared about his residents becoming more informed practitioners

  29. Listened to my concerns and questions. Answered my questions in a clear and concise manner. Very respectful of my objections and concerns regarding treatment. Made me feel comfortable.

  30. Dr Simpson is a kind, attentive physician. He cares about me. He is also an astute diagnostician. He invites my input on treatment options.