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Jonathan Q. Purnell, M.D.

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  • Professor of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Cardiology

Clinical focus

  • Endocrinology
  • Endocrinology and Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Metabolic Syndrome
  • Preventive Cardiology

Locations and contact

I see patients at
OHSU Beaverton
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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. Purnell’s clinical interests include endocrinology, metabolism, obesity, diabetes and hyperlipidema. He received his medical degree from OHSU in 1986, and completed his residency training at the University of Vermont in Burlington. He completed his endocrinology fellowship at the University of Washington in Seattle. Dr. Purnell is board certified in internal medicine and in endocrinology.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 1986, Oregon Health & Science University

  • Residency

    • University of Vermont, Burlington, Vermont

  • Fellowship

    • Endocrinology-University of Washington, Seattle

Memberships and associations:

  • Internal medicine, 1989
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.8 out of 5 (132 Ratings, 55 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. I was so impressed with his level of knowledge and care, and feel grateful that I was referred to him as it's going to be a great fit for my health needs and care. He answered all of my questions and didn't make me feel rushed.

  2. Honestly one of the best clinicians I've ever seen. Very down to earth, clear communication pausing periodically to ask if I had any questions, warm and friendly without seeming overly chatty or informal. I left feeling confident I was in good hands and everything that needed to be addressed had been.

  3. Always positive. Explains clearly. Listens carefully.

  4. Thoughtful attentive care!

  5. I already refer Dr. Purnell to colleagues, friends, family and clients. He's so smart in his lane but also knows so many other things. I started a new prescription and he knew that is "could" make my blood pressure go down. ALWAYS prepared for our visit and talks/describes things so I UNDERSTAND.

  6. Very knowledgeable.Though he has such a high caseload. It's difficult to get an appointment with him.

  7. Dr Purnell is exceptional. Brilliant, incredible wealth of information and expertise. I feel so fortunate to have this level of care ~ and a doctor who truly knows my medical condition (rare) and how to navigate.

  8. I love having Dr. Purnell as my endocrinologist. But his availability is terrible so I wouldn't want to recommend another person go see him

  9. Dr Purnell is the provider who is always up-to-date and knows the tweaks to make in my cs

  10. Dr Purnell spent a lot of time teaching me about what is going on with my heart, and even reviewed my CR calcium scans with me.

  11. Dr Purnell is the best Dr ever.

  12. Dr. Purnell is a great doctor! He listens and explains things in a manner that is easy to understand. He seemed genuinely concerned about my well being. He was very encouraging!

  13. The best doctor.

  14. Dr. Purnell is extremely knowledgeable, applies what he knows to benefit the patient and keeps the patients interests first in all decisions. He is the example physician that all physicians should strive to be!

  15. My doctor was incredibly kind, engaging and personable! He presented information that was easy to understand and gave me hope that my present condition will improve. I was blown away with happiness after my office call. So satisfied!!!

  16. Dr Purnell has been a life saver for me. He listens and doesn't judge me by what he sees on the outside. He takes the time to find and explain things. If it wasn't for him I would have never had further testing done on something that has turned out to be somewhat serious medical conditions where as other Dr.'s would just mention what they were observing at the moment but never went further or said it needed to be looked at further. I am grateful for him.

  17. Dr. Purnell always listens closely to my concerns and answers my questions. He is kind and helps me understand things fully.

  18. Excellent doctor who is extremely knowledgeable, provided easy to understand health and treatment information. Also takes the time to listen and genuinely care.

  19. Superior explanations and opportunities to ask clarifying questions. The doctor's expertise is very confidence building.

  20. Dr. Purnell was punctual, professional, knowledgeable and very cordial. He is a wonderful physician.

  21. I was encouraged by what I was learning. Thoughtful explanation. I was sad with a medical political comment made by the clinician. Made me uncertain of his integrity.

  22. Even though the wait to get an appointment is long, the staff were great, the Dr explained things in a way that I could understand and retain and didnt just rattle off a bunch of medical jargon. He was very caring and even wanted to know how I felt about how the appt went.

  23. Very caring and listened Carefully and Exhibited compassion and concern

  24. Excellent visit about a complex problem which Dr Purnell explained very well and also provided a plan of action.

  25. Dr Purnell was wonderful. He explained everything in a way you could understand. Feel very comfortable trusting him for medical care

  26. Very competent

  27. Dr. Purnell was empathetic, curious, engaged and present, all the things a doctor should be. I walked away feeling heard and cared for, with a clear idea of how I wanted to proceed with managing my condition. Excellent care.

  28. The appointment went well.

  29. He is a great and caring doctor!

  30. Everything was on time and a proper amount of time was dedicated to my appointment.