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Michael Gale, M.D.

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  • Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Ophthalmology

Clinical focus

  • Glaucoma
  • Pediatric Glaucoma

Locations and contact

I see patients at
White brick building next to parking garage, and the buidling entrance reads Casey Eye Institute. There is also an extended cover for the patient drop off area at the building entrance.
Casey Eye Institute
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About me

I was born and raised in Portland, OR. I received my B.A. in Biochemistry and Spanish from Bowdoin College and then my M.D. from OHSU. I completed my Internal Medicine Internship at the University of Colorado, then my Ophthalmology Residency at the OHSU Casey Eye Institute, and finally my Glaucoma Fellowship at UC Davis.

I treat both adult and pediatric glaucoma. My research interests include non-invasive ophthalmic imaging techniques for glaucoma and improvements in pediatric glaucoma treatment. I am also involved in initiatives to optimize community eye health outreach.

During my free time I enjoy playing soccer, basketball, skiing and spending time in the outdoors around Portland.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.A., Bowdoin College
    • M.D., OHSU

  • Internship

    • Internal Medicine Internship, at the University of Colorado

  • Residency

    • Ophthalmology Residency at the Casey Eye Institute, OHSU

  • Fellowship

    • Glaucoma Fellowship at the Tschannen Eye Institute, UC Davis

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Ophthalmology

Memberships and associations:

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • American Glaucoma Society
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (270 Ratings, 79 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 caring, very personable, good communication

  2. Excellent report and conversation. Very patient and repeated if I had questions. Felt I was in very Capablr hands and concern for my care.

  3. I wasn't rushed and all my questions were answered.

  4. Dr. Gale is very thorough with his explanation of his treatment plan and aftercare. He is always apologetic for showing up late to my appointments and show true commitment to me as a patient.

  5. all of the staff besides the main provider was very nice and very helpful

  6. Everyone at Casey eye was very nice, and professional!

  7. He was informative and assuring about the procedure pre- and post-surgery.

  8. Very professional, caring

  9. Dr Gale is very attentive, informative, explains everything and listens to and answers every question. I am very confident in his care. I also have experienced very little wait time.

  10. Doctor Gale very well trained empathetic knowledgeable the best doctor I have met at CEI. Therethere is nothing negative about his training care. I believe he is an asset at your clinic

  11. Very good

  12. Very informative and explained

  13. Empathetic, knowledgeable, very well-trained top of the line. Answered all my questions. One of the best doctors I have seen at casei clinic. I trust him.

  14. Always great.

  15. Very professional

  16. They paid attention to what I said, made efforts to work with me as DeafBlind

  17. Straight forward with concerns and recommendations

  18. Always concerned about your health

  19. Makes me feel very comfortable - explains everything well, always asks if I have questions, is very knowledgeable and caring. Really like being his patient.

  20. Took time to explain and made sure my questions were answered

  21. All hood

  22. Clinician had a so good experience and clinically helping their patients on right way.

  23. First class excellent communication

  24. Dr. Gale was thorough, thoughtful and took the time to fully explain my condition and future options. I was impressed!!

  25. Excellent

  26. Listened to my problem, did additional scan and found problem - Dr. Gale called me later that night to discuss schedule to correct the problem.

  27. Very knowledgeable. I always have to wait for him. Last visit was 45 minutes waiting over time I was scheduled to see him.

  28. Knowledgeable and kind.

  29. Very thorough

  30. It was excellent.