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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. Foster also sees patients for cosmetic dermatology and treats general dermatologic conditions such as acne and skin cancer checks.

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 (191 Ratings, 113 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 Foster cares about her patients and listens to me.

  2. It was the best appointment I've ever had. Dr Foster was a fantastic communicator! She was a great listener, very kind, empathetic, I felt heard, validated and hopeful for the first time in a long time.

  3. The depth of knowledge, the caring concern and the overall experience can't be beat.

  4. Talked with lots of concern

  5. Dr. Foster is wonderful and the resident Jacob today was great also.

  6. I'm so grateful for Dr Foster. I feel heard and seen. I have 1000% confidence in Dr Foster to help me with my health. Wish more doctors were like her..!!!

  7. I always feel like I matter when I visit with Dr. Foster. I feel safe, cared for, and listed to. I love her energy and insights and trust that I am getting the best care.

  8. Dr. Foster is the best! She's super knowledgeable and thorough takes things seriously. Very kind too.

  9. Always exceptional care Erin Foster is the best I know

  10. She listens to my concerns and recommends treatment only if I'm comfortable with it

  11. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Answered my questions so I understood the issues.

  12. Dr. Foster was amazing! She was running 40 minutes late and apologized profusely! There was a lot of material to cover very quickly. Even though I was given a summary document to take home, I will need to ask for guidance on My Chart, which Dr. Encouraged us me to do.

  13. Lovely people who took great care of me!

  14. Dr. Erin Foster is the most thorough and knowledgeable doctor I have encountered in Oregon. She is a gem!

  15. Dr. Foster has always a pleasure to speak with. Very knowledgeable and personable.

  16. My appointment with Dr. Foster, for which I waited over a year and 90 minutes on the day of my appt, was one of the best I've ever had. From the moment she walked in the door, it was clear she had done her homework on me, my complex situation and needs. She was compassionate, warm, easy to talk to, and a fierce advocate for her patients--for the first time in over 20 years, I have hope about my condition, which is rare & challenging--Dr. Foster made me feel seen, and for this I am eternally grateful. I will follow her anywhere.

  17. Dr Foster is wonderful. Easy to talk to.

  18. The doctor was amazing and much better than the one I saw before. More information was shared, and a thorough examination was made, which had not happened At previous appointments with other doctor. She was kind and knowledgeable.

  19. Dr. Foster is kind, thorough, and listens well.

  20. Dr. Foster is fantastic

  21. Dr. Foster is very thorough and doesn't hesitate to take the time needed to address my concerns. If she's not on time, I know she's giving someone else the same courtesy!

  22. Dr. Foster has a warm confident manner. She truly seems interested in my health and answering any questions I may have. Her assistant was very good also.

  23. Dr Foster is an excellent physician. She always listens to my questions and concerns and helps me to better understand my condition.

  24. She is always personable and addressed my immediate concerns first.

  25. She always has ideas to make me better. I don't feel rushed and I feel listened to.

  26. Dr Foster is a very excellent physician

  27. She is a first rate very caring doctor. She is so good she is far too bjusy and it is difficult to get in to see her

  28. Dr. Foster is a caring talented dermatologist who wants the best outcomes for her patients.

  29. I've always had a positive experience with Dr. Foster in person. She is very thorough, outlines options clearly, Is very personable, and expresses concern. It's difficult to communicate with her outside of scheduled office visits because she has a lot of gatekeepers. I was also told when I tried to schedule a follow-up appointment that she would be narrowing her patient base to focus on patients with a particular condition, and I would likely be dropped. So, I wouldn't recommend her to anyone looking for a new dermatologist. It's unfortunate for the general population because she is a very good physician.

  30. Familiarized herself with the status of my treatment before entering exam room, knowledgeable about condition, excellent communicator, allowed me to be involved in my treatment choices.