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Erin Foster, M.D., Ph.D. (she/her)

Accepting new patients

  • Associate Professor of Dermatology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Dermatology

Clinical focus

  • Autoimmune Blistering Diseases
  • Dermatology (Cosmetic)

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. Erin Foster is a medical dermatologist with a special interest in complex skin disorders such as autoimmune blistering diseases, oral and vulvar dermatology.

Dr. Erin Foster believes that her patients know more than she does about their skin, because they see it every day. She approaches clinical care with the goal of developing relationships based on mutual trust and working together toward health. Her research focuses on vulvovaginal mucosal conditions, shared decision making with patients, and the immunological basis of skin disease.

When she’s not working, Dr. Foster is hiking, biking, reading fiction, baking, or spending time with family. A native Texan, she loves Portland summers and Mt. Hood winters. She feels lucky every day to live in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • Ph.D., 2010, Oregon Health & Science University
    • M.D., 2016, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

  • Residency

    • Dermatology, Oregon Health & Science University

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Dermatology, 2020

Memberships and associations:

  • American Academy of Dermatology
  • Medical Dermatology Society
  • Women’s Dermatologic Society
  • International Pemphigus & Pemphigoid Foundation
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
  • Oregon Dermatology Society
  • International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (171 Ratings, 89 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. Wonderful, and I feel very lucky to have her as my physician. Great explanation and very decisive in her examination which gave me great confidence.

  2. Spoke clearly. Very attentive and respectful. Asked questions concerning my illness thoroughly

  3. Seems quite knowledgeable, patient, explains things well, I truly feel that Doctor Foster has my best interest at heart.

  4. Dr Foster is wonderful, she listens and really cares. I wish I could have seen her 2 years ago my life would have been a lot better. I wish more people knew of this specialty!

  5. Love this doctor, very knowledgeable and helpful

  6. Dr Foster and staff are always fantastic!!!!! The care and concern for my well being is always so much at the forefront!!

  7. Dr. Foster is very caring and very knowledgeable

  8. I wish every provider that I see listened to my concerns as well as Dr Foster. On a scale of 1-10, she's beyond a 10.

  9. Very good

  10. Dr. Erin Foster is outstanding-- intelligent, compassionate and perceptive. She was very interested in what I had to say, spent a lot of time with me, and was kind and supportive during my examination (I have a history of complex trauma). And she came up with insights and suggestions that no one had ever made before. I didn't go into the appointment with high expectations-- I've been living with this mysterious and intractable health problem for over 60 years. But I thought it was worth seeing what a specialist in the field who came at things from a different angle (dermatology rather than gynecology) would have to say. And it really WAS worthwhile-- I have hope of significant change for the first time in years, and I feel like I've found a valuable ally in Erin.

  11. Friendly, personable, caring bedside manner, great communicator and listener. Provided helpful resources.

  12. Very empathetic willingness to listen to my concerns . Good rapport and vertigo knowledgeable.

  13. She is wonderful. Very thorough. Very easy to talk too and ask questions and get answers.

  14. Very thorough, did not rush, answered my questions

  15. Very good, appreciate her concern, her patience, her explanion of everything to me.

  16. She listens. She is personable AND knowledgeable.

  17. Dr. Foster goes above and beyond. I feel I can trust her (which is huge for me) and she is very willing to assist me in getting care that is tangentially related to dermatology since I explained a lack of assistance from my primary care provider. I am one being with many issues to deal with to be able to function with some semblance of contentment; she's the only provider to see the big picture and to discuss options with me.

  18. Dr. Foster is just the best. She takes all the time necessary and really listens.

  19. I had to wait some because my doctor was running late. I don't find that a problem because she tries to meet our needs and sometimes that takes more time. Actually I'd gladly wait hours to get her care!

  20. My doctor was very helpful and friendly by helping me to understand everything. She did a great job.

  21. I was made very comfort and the concern for my expectations with excellent.

  22. Dr. Foster is very down to earth and respectful which is a great bonus with a clinician who is also as knowledgeable as they come. I appreciated her expertise and willingness to spend as much time as needed despite having a lot of other patients to see. The appointments should be scheduled for longer in order to allow her to do her job.

  23. Very attentive to my needs/questions/requests. I feel very at ease with Dr. Foster.

  24. Physician was about an hour late for my appointment. At first I was disturbed by this, but during my visit with her I realized that she takes the time to listen to all my concerns. She is very personable and she LISTENS! I did not feel rushed and appreciated that about her. I look forward to meeting with her again. Next time I will not schedule anything after my appointment in case she runs late again.

  25. The clinician was absolutely amazing, one of the best I have ever seen. She took ample time with me, listened and changed some of my treatment plan according to my observations. She was compassionate, knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable and cared for.

  26. She was professional, friendly and informative. Excellent care.

  27. My specialist is so friendly and caring. She remembers my history and even asks about my family. She researches new treatments and really listens.

  28. Nice doctor very professional!

  29. Friendly, thorough, knowledgeable efficient

  30. Very correct diagnosis the clinician was very understanding and knew how to treat my several skin conditions