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Linda Lester, M.D.

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  • Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Clinical Nutrition, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Endocrinology and diabetes

Clinical focus

  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Osteoporosis
  • Metabolic Bone Diseases

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Physicians Pavilion brick building with greenery surrounding it.
Physicians Pavilion
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About me

I strive to partner with patients to improve their health and prevent long term consequences of any illness.  I believe that educating patients about their conditions and engaging them in their health care choices is the best approach to care. I am married with three wonderful children. I love hiking, skiing, biking, reading, dancing and photography and anything with my dog.     

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Residency

    • Internal Medicine Providence Medical Center, Portland

  • Fellowship

    • Endocrinology,Diabetes and Nutrition-Oregon Health & Science University, Portland

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Certified in Endocrinology

Memberships and associations:

  • Internal Medicine, 1991; Endocrinology, 1995
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (128 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. Very Informative and great to work with when making the best choice about treatment.

  2. I've had Dr. Lester many years and she's always been relaxed with me, never in a hurry, and full of up-to-date information.

  3. I like and trust Dr Linda Lester concerning my health and wellbeing I feel she is knowledgeable caring and very helpful

  4. Excellent!

  5. All of my questions were answered and my condition was thoroughly evaluated and discussed.

  6. Dr. Lester is always kind and listens well. She is always top notch with her recommendations and suggestions for helping me.

  7. Doctor Lester is very Goid and very patient

  8. Excellent listener, patient With my many questions, clearly explains all test results in Understandable, language. Completely trust her Judgment and recommendations Going forward. Of the best doctors I have ever see anywhere. .

  9. She's very nice and very knowledgeable, I just feel a bit like she isnt too worried about my health or the trouble I am having with it and is in no hurry to get to the bottom of it

  10. Excellent

  11. She has taken the time to truly figure out what was wrong with me and I am finally beginning to feel somewhat normal.

  12. Knowledgeable, empathetic, listens and discusses options.

  13. Dr. Lester is very thorough and prepared. Her communication is excellent. Very thoughtful and caring. I couldn't ask for a better provider.

  14. Dr. Lester is always a great source of information on a variety of health issues. I always feel like I am in great hands being under her care.

  15. Excellent service

  16. Dr Linda Lester is amazing! She talks to you so you really understand what's going on.

  17. Professional knowledgeable Empathetic

  18. I have complicated health issues and Dr Lester is always on topOf my care . She explains things so I understand and truly cares for her patients . I may feel hopeless when I arrive but after a visit with Dr Lester I feel positive and she gives me tools for my tool box to conquer my health issues . She is awesome !!

  19. Excellent clinician, knowledgeable and personable.

  20. Always very knowledgeable and answers my questions in a way that I am able to understand.

  21. Dr. Lester is extremely knowledgeable, personable and an excellent teacher to the patient about aspects endocrinology and lifestyle changes to improve patient's wellness.

  22. Although on line, l experienced her listening to me, finding answers to my questions by looking at my chart to find the specifics and her answers reflected her knowledge and people skills.

  23. Dr. Lester has my trust as she is aware of my health and treatment history and she provides me with pros and cons of different medications. I really value her expertise and opinion and I feel she has a lot of compassion for her patients.

  24. Highly knowledgeable, kind, and really explains confusing test results. Gives reasons for her recommendations and considers my opinion.

  25. Dr.Lester is top notch in her field . Im blessed to have her as a Dr.

  26. This was my initial visit and it involved more than one disease situation. All of my questions were addressed and answered for this point in time. I did not feel rushed or unheard at any time.

  27. Excellent physician!

  28. Dr. Lester explained test results in clean and concise terms. She answered my questions and made recommendations during the video call. The visit summary and notes were easy to understand.

  29. Great knowledge and experience with treating osteoporosis. Friendly and easy to communicate with. Always replies quickly with MyChart messages.

  30. I am very happy with Dr Lester. She is personable, caring, knowledgeable and thorough. I've recommended her to many of my friends.