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Lara A. Clayton, M.P.A.S., P.A.-C.

Accepting new patients

  • Physician Associate
  • Assistant Professor of Dermatology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Dermatology

Clinical focus

  • Atopic Dermatitis (eczema)
  • Dermatology (Pediatric)
  • General Dermatology
  • Melanoma
  • Skin Cancers

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Brick building surrounded by trees.
Sunset Crossing Medical and Professional Center
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Orenco Station
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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

Lara Clayton has been with OHSU since 2013 and focuses on a broad range of adult and pediatric dermatological conditions including rashes, acne, neoplasms and eczema. Her special interests include atopic dermatitis and the early detection of skin cancers, including melanoma.

Having over 10 years of experience in pediatric dermatology, Ms Clayton participates in the academic teaching of Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner students at OHSU. She is a member of the general dermatology and pediatric dermatology teams and enjoys caring for the entire family's skin.

Ms Clayton is passionate about providing top-quality patient care and uses her knowledge, professionalism and compassion to effectively treat various dermatological ailments. She builds relationships with her patients by listening to their needs and communicating effective treatment plans.

After receiving her Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) from the University of Florida in 2007, Ms. Clayton trained in pediatric dermatology at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, California. She prides herself in her continued dedication to study and learning. 

Ms. Clayton provides care for patients primarily at OHSU Dermatology locations in Lake Oswego, Beaverton, and the Center for Health and Healing. In her free time, Lara enjoys skiing, hiking, running, mountain biking and spending time with her family.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • PA-C, 2007, University of Florida College of Medicine

  • Certifications

    • PA-C, the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.8 out of 5 (277 Ratings, 108 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. Kind, understanding, very very thorough and knowledgable

  2. Lara Clayton is wonderful. She took time to talk with my daughter to ease her. Also, when she looked at her moles, she said, "Beautiful," which Is small, but makes a difference to a child who doesn't necessarily see her moles that way. Lara had concern for privacy and gave a thorough and slow skin check. I felt like we were in good hands.

  3. She is wonderful. I feel very comfortable with her and she is knowledgeable and professional.

  4. Quite friendly and professional

  5. Wonderful. I appreciate all the care I received.

  6. Very friendly and professional.

  7. I feel very comfortable and trust the Doctor

  8. PA Clayton is great. I actually look forward to my visits with her.

  9. Great

  10. Lara Clayton is awesome. Always listens and is very helpful!

  11. Very nice and helped explain simply to me

  12. Love Lara Clayton - she does a wonderful job and addresses concerns.

  13. Very professional

  14. I felt that each of the doctors and nurses contributed to my well-being within the hospital

  15. Professional, knowledgeable, problem solver.

  16. Excellent, thorough, clear, kind.

  17. Had a wonderful time experience with everyone

  18. Satisfactory

  19. She is thorough and has a good bed side manner.

  20. She's wonderful. Very thorough, questions answered.

  21. Very friendly and not rushed. Was more than willing to discuss my concerns.

  22. The appointment was fine. It seemed very thorough. I have been going here for years.

  23. Efficient. Let me keep my sox on

  24. Excellent experience at the office beginning with the friendly and professional receptionist, the assistant, RayLynn, and Lara Clayton, PA. All were professional and friendly, I appreciated the relaxed vibe in the office, it was very comfortable to be there.

  25. Always friendly and thorough

  26. Concerned about my overall health.

  27. Professional while personable, thorough, collaborative

  28. Lara is great. Professional, knowledgeable, responsive.

  29. The whole staff was wonderful, the visit was very comforting

  30. Competent, friendly, efficient. Couldn't ask for more