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Peter E. Andersen, M.D.

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  • Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Cancer
  • Otolaryngology (ENT)

Clinical focus

  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Skull Base Surgery
  • Neuroendocrine
  • Otolaryngology (ENT)

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Physicians Pavilion brick building with greenery surrounding it.
Physicians Pavilion
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Modern building on a clear day with the tram in the background.
Center for Health & Healing, Building 2
503-494-8311
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About me

Dr. Peter Andersen is a surgeon who specializes in working with doctors from other specialties to care for patients with head and neck cancers and benign tumors. He strives to develop custom treatment plans with the best chance of cure and the mildest side effects.

He leads a specialized team of doctors, nurse practitioners and speech-language pathologists to offer the best care for each patient.

Dr. Andersen is an expert in surgical and nonsurgical care for head and neck tumors, including chemotherapy, radiation and minimally invasive surgical techniques. He and his team can provide the most up-to-date:

  • Reconstructive procedures, to reshape or rebuild the parts of the head and/or neck affected by surgery.
  • Rehabilitation techniques, to improve strength, use and movement and prevent complications after surgery.

In his spare time Dr. Andersen enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, skiing and windsurfing.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 1988, Washington University School of Medicine

  • Residency

    • Otolaryngology, head and neck surgery, Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, 1988-1993

  • Fellowship

    • Head and neck surgery and oncology, Memorial Sloane-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, 1993-1995

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Otolaryngology, 1994

Memberships and associations:

  • American Academy of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery American College of Surgeons, American Head and Neck Society, Oregon Academy of Otolaryngology, head and neck surgery
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Insurance

Before scheduling an appointment

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If you schedule an appointment and your health insurance does not include OHSU Health, you may have to pay more than if you go to a provider in your insurance network. 

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (279 Ratings, 97 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. Was friendly, informative, & has followed up communicating with me

  2. Dr. Andersen was kind and explained what was happening.

  3. Very personable

  4. Easy to talk to. Had time for questions.

  5. Everyone involved , from phone conversations with Dr Anderson's office , to Dr Andersen himself was extraordinary . I am very grateful .

  6. Very helpful and explaining what was going to be taken place. Put me at is with my thoughts about what could happen.

  7. Dr Anderson was very knowledgeable and patient with me and took his time reviewing my tests and answering my questions

  8. Dr Anderson is an outstanding individual. He is not only exceptionally gifted and knowledgeable , he is also compassionate, and very human in his approach. From those I have seen him teach in the past 20 years, I would say he is also an exceptional instructor. Thank you Pete for everything, including putting up with me.

  9. Dr. Andersen continues to be one of the finest medical practitioners I've known. He is involved, thoughtful and thorough, and is highly regarded both professionally and personally.

  10. Pleasant, excellent demeanor and energy. Very informative and well explained.

  11. Prompt, clear directions and explanations. Clear and concise plan going forward.

  12. Always a pleasure. Answers all questions and concerns.

  13. Dr Anderson and his PA Mike have always been engaging and thorough in their reexaminations during my visits to the clinic. They take the time to answer my questions and concerns. I feel well taken care of and this eases my anxiety regarding my health issues.

  14. Everyone was helpful, especially when I made follow-up phone calls.

  15. Asst: was very personable and funny, liked him a lot Micheal was his name and Dr Anderson was very helpful!! All and all it was a great visit

  16. Understood my personal situation and suggested ways to make my treatment more convenient for mr

  17. Dr. Peter Andersen is fantastic, as is his assistant Mike Schuller. I've always felt I'm well taken care of with them handling my medical issues.

  18. The clinician is an expert in throat cancer issues. Thus I would refer a friend to this clinician if that seemed to be the issue for which they were seeking treatment. If it were for an ear or nose problem, I might suggest they look around.

  19. Excellent care

  20. Could not be any better!

  21. Friendly and professional

  22. Very good experience

  23. Dr Andersen is a top notch professional. I trusted my life to him. And I'm still here!

  24. I was very impressed with dr Anderson and staff.I

  25. My first situation with Dr. Anderse, I really appreciate having him as my new OHSU physician and look forward to visits with him for my follow up care. He has made the transition from Oral/Maxillary Dept. much easier.

  26. The doctor and physician assistant were very kind and sympathetic. The doctor gave good details about the procedure I was interested in. He followed up to just as he promised. Thank you!

  27. I was very pleased with the whole experience at OHSU. I am mobility handicapped and need a wheelchair that was provided at registration and had help to the 9th floor. The staff said I was a little early, but they had a beautiful view of the city and the time passed quickly. Then, I was taken to the exam room and review with Dr. Anderson and his assistant. I was allowed to share my previous probles with other locations and problems with the aspiration of my left and right Parotid gland. I said it needs further examination. I was happy to have the interest and agreement from Dr.Andersen. I was very happy to know of his experience and he supported finding a colleague who could do another aspiration. The next day, I was surprised when he called personally with a plan...amazing customer service.

  28. The very best, so knowledgeable and helpful

  29. Everyone there was awesome. I was nervous and scared and was immediately put at ease. I was at the best place I could be

  30. dr. Anderson and his staff went well beyond what my expectations were. I left the appointment with Upbeat feeling about my future treatment for my condition.