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Yael Raz, M.D.

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  • Director of OHSU Cochlear Implant Program
  • Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine
  • Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Division of Otology/Neurotology/Skull Base Surgery, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Otolaryngology (ENT)

Clinical focus

  • Balance/Vestibular Disorders
  • Cochlear Implants
  • Otology, Neurotology, Skull Base Surgery
  • Tinnitus
  • Robotic surgery

Locations and contact

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

Dr. Raz completed her undergraduate studies at Harvard University and her medical training at UCLA School of Medicine. She completed a residency in Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery as well as a fellowship in Otology, Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital. She has been extensively involved in basic science and clinic research during her training and early career at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Raz relocated to Portland over the summer of 2016 to join the Otology Division. Dr. Raz's clinical interest focuses on surgical rehabilitation of hearing, and utilizes the latest applications of robotics in cochlear implant surgery.  In her free time, Dr. Raz looks forward to exploring the gardens, food scene and nature trails of the Pacific Northwest with her husband, two kids and one giant dog.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • B.A., 1989, Harvard University
    • M.D., 1995, UCLA School of Medicine

  • Residency

    • Johns Hopkins University

  • Fellowship

    • Johns Hopkins University

  • Certifications

    • American Board of Otolaryngology, Neurotology Subspecialty

Memberships and associations:

  • American Neurotology Society, Triological Society, American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.8 out of 5 (252 Ratings, 78 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. Dr Raz communicated clearly and thoroughly so when I left I had a clear understanding of what I needed to do in the future. She was empathetic and very gentle when viewing and cleaning my ear. That has not consistently been my experience with other practitioners.

  2. Over all a informative and pleasant experience .

  3. Dr.Raz was very good at listening and answering my questions.

  4. She was very kind & really explained things well so I understood

  5. Dr. Raz inspires confidence that is very reassuring.

  6. Thanks

  7. I really like Dr. Raz

  8. Warm and efficient. Exuded confidence and trustworthiness

  9. Dr. Raz was clear and concise and spoke very clearly face to face with me, allowing for my hearing disabilities. He was very friendly and answered my questions in ways that I could easily understand

  10. She is excellent. Very gentle technique.

  11. Positive

  12. Clear communication and next steps

  13. They were perfect . It was amazing to have my doctor's really care & took care of my issues made me feel very confident putting my health in there care.thank you so much.

  14. Great!

  15. Overall wonderful experience

  16. She is very personable and explains my condition and speaks to my concerns.

  17. Very caring and very professional!

  18. Very professional yet compassionate

  19. Dr. Raz is the best

  20. I very much appreciated the ability to watch what was happening in my ears with the use of the microscope and monitors. That was a calming experience.

  21. Careful attention

  22. Nice, caring, concerned, calm, informative and seems pro active on fonding a resolution to my issue

  23. Dr Raz is very kind and great at explaining. She makes me feel heard and cared for.

  24. She has helped me in several times and been correct about the problem every time but I don't like having a 3:15 appointment and being seen at 5

  25. I have seen many clinicians at OHSU and this one was the best. It sucks she works in niche area of expertise because I would love to see her more often. She was funny, she made me feel comfortable. She explained things as we went. She let me know when things might be uncomfortable or when something might hurt. She was absolutely great!

  26. Very nice person. I appreciate the amount of time she spent with me to explain the problem and the process

  27. My first visit to this clinician & I was very impressed with her.

  28. Dr. Raz is a great doctor and has treated me and my "ear" problems for years. She and the resident did a great job helping my issue and discussing future options on care.

  29. The Provider is always is very kind and shows genuine compassion . She explains everything regarding my medical issues and care in ways that are easy to understand

  30. Very good service