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James Yoo, M.D. (he/him)

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  • Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Hematology Oncology

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center, Building 2
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About me

Dr. Yoo specializes in caring for patients with cancer and blood disorders. His experience with oncology began at an early age when he witnessed his grandfather struggle with cancer. He saw how cancer not only affected the patient, but also their family as well. From that experience, he saw his life’s calling as a Hematologist/Oncologist. He is passionate about educating his patients and their families, so that they can be empowered to confront their disease. With the ever-changing landscape of Hematology and Oncology, Dr. Yoo is also excited to learn about new therapies and techniques that can ultimately help to improve the lives of patients. His favorite quote is by the great Dr. William Osler: “The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease.” In keeping with this principle, Dr. Yoo considers it an honor and a privilege to be able to heal and to guide patients through their disease. 

In his spare time, Dr. Yoo likes to explore the great outdoors and is excited to see what the Pacific Northwest has to offer. He considers himself a “foodie” and loves to try out different restaurants in and around Portland. He is an avid golfer, an occasional runner, and a lover of movies.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 2015, New York Medical College School of Medicine
    • A.B., 2009, Bowdoin College

  • Residency

    • Internal Medicine, Medical College of Georgia, 2019

  • Fellowship

    • Hematology and Oncology, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, 2022

  • Certifications

    • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2019
    • Medical Hematology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2022
    • Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2022

Memberships and associations:

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • American Society of Hematology
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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (278 Ratings, 98 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. Very good

  2. Dr Yoo is very kind a d explained things to me that I could understand. His staff is very courteous and kind.

  3. Dr. Yoo and staff are always kind and professional. I always feel cared for.

  4. Kind and helpful.

  5. Dr delayed 50 minutes from appt.time.But he took allt the time he needed when he did get to me.

  6. Friendly and knowledgeable

  7. Very helpful

  8. I am always treated very well. It's one of the most relaxing doctor's office I go to which is not what one would expect given the nature of the practice.

  9. A great overall experience.

  10. Veery professional and helpful.

  11. He's very good at listening.

  12. Dr. Yoo took time to explain to me and my husband about chemo. He took time and was very knowledgeable.

  13. I'm grateful that I have Dr Yoo as my oncologist. He practices his medicine with his experience and expertise with compassion. He communicates and listens to his patient and family members and always have time to answer all the questions and list of prepared questions presented to him. He will get back to you if no answer or if he agrees, he will follow up through the pending questions or suggestions. He always discusses the treatment and process with the patient and my family members which helps us to make a well-informed decision. His all care team has adhered to follow the infection prevention by always cleaning and flushing the port placement before and after fusion. They also follow the verification of the patient before performing any procedure from checking vital sign, lab tests and chemo and Immunotherapy.

  14. It is very good, its workers are very respectful.

  15. Dr Yoo is very thorough

  16. Everything happened as it should.

  17. I never feel rushed and everyone is caring and answers all my questions

  18. Everything was very good

  19. The visit was not rushed and I felt like I had plenty of time to ask questions.

  20. Dr. Yoo was very kind and answered all of my questions. As someone newly diagnosed with CLL, he put me at ease.

  21. As always Dr. Yoo was very informative in a very personable way.

  22. My experience with Dr. Yoo was good; he was informative and helpful, and intent on getting up to speed with my medical history.

  23. Excellent. The team was very compassionate and made sure all our questions were answered.

  24. No one was a hurry took there time very easier with everything so nice that way

  25. All have great personalities and do their job very well.

  26. Explained everything very clearly listened to me completely

  27. Warm, friendly, explained everything

  28. Every single interaction that we have had with this clinic has been amazing. Very professional, but friendly. They all make this situation alittle more bearable.

  29. Patient knowledgeable and genuinely cares

  30. Took the time to thoroughly answer my concerns.