Accepting new patients
Gillian Paton, M.D., FRCPC (she/her)
Accepting new patients
- Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine
Specialty
- Ophthalmology
Clinical focus
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
Locations and contact
I see patients at
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1 OHSU Casey Eye Institute Clinic, South Waterfront
3303 S. Bond AvenuePortland, OR 97239 -
1 OHSU Casey Eye Institute Neuro-ophthalmology Clinic, South Waterfront
3303 S. Bond Avenue 11th floor11th floorPortland, OR 97239
About me
Dr. Paton is a neurologist with special qualifications in child neurology. She is dually trained in both neuro-ophthalmology and neuro-inflammatory diseases. Her clinical and research interests include pediatric neuro-ophthalmology and the visual impact of neuroinflammatory diseases.
Dr. Paton enjoys traveling, spending time with good friends, and reading in her spare time. She is happy to work on the West Coast enjoying all it has to offer.
Education and training
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Degrees
- M.D., 2013, University of Saskatchewan
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Residency
- Pediatric Neurology, British Columbia Children's Hospital, University of British Columbia
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Fellowship
- Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis and Related Demyelinating Diseases, Children's Hospital of Pennsylvania/University of Pennsylvania
- Neuro-Ophthalmology, University of Pennsylvania/Scheie Eye Institute/Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
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Certifications
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC), Neurology, 2019
Memberships and associations:
- North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society
- American Academy of Neurology
Insurance
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Ratings and reviews
4.8 out of 5
Overall: 4.8 out of 5 (200 Ratings, 75 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.
I like going to this clinic Everytime I have a appointment everyone is so nice and make me feel comfortable they take the time to talk to you and listen to what you have to say.
Very caring communicator, patient in answering questions, very reassuring and personable while discussing the outcomes of testing. I very much appreciated Dr Paton and her team.
Dr Patten is one of the best physicians I have ever seen she is kind caring and I absolutely think she is one of the best
She was wonderful. Great demeanor with a teenager
Very nice, friendly open and clear information. Doctor and nurses all treated me with respect and kindness as always at OHSU.
Dr. Paton is hands down the best Dr I have ever had and I'm 57!
Fantastic
KIND, CARING, EFFICIENT
I felt like I was a 'person' and just another patient. The explanations were good/productive. There was an active effort to engage me in conversation.
One of the most caring and collaborative physicians I have encountered. She really cares. And she kmows her stuff.
Dr Paton is always engaging and caring.
Dr. Paton is extremely caring and even reached out to my other clinicians there at OHSU to make sure everything I needed was being taken care of. I feel like she really cares about her patience and isn't just running through the motions. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Dr. Paton is the best and I could not ask for a better doctor.
She was very friendly and professional. She took a real interest in my condition. She was great!
Excellent bedside manner, thorough, and descriptions.
Dr. Patton was excellent. Med tech/assistant way less so
Everyone involved, especially Brian, Victoria and Dr. Paton, wwas incredibly professional, compassionate and intelligent. I could not have asked for a better experience!
She was reassuring, thorough and friendly. Very much appreciated the care I received from her.
I loved the doctor and her concern for my health. Honestly one of the best doctor experiences I've ever had.
Very good.
Everyone was so nice, informative, and efficient
Very professional and personable. Asked questions and listened to my responses.
Everyone I encountered was incredibly kind and efficient!
I'm still seeing double but they put some Prismns n my
Easy to talk with. Engaging.
Real nice and friendly
Patient explanations - gracious to repeat when I had trouble hearing.
This clinician has handlied this very difficult situation impressively.
Amazing, feel like I was meant to meet her. I so appreciate her "I'm not messing around with this" attitude... Where has this been my entire cancer journey?! I truly believe I met Dr. Paton for a reason.
Very nice knowledgeable and concerned about me and my health