Legacy Health Partners
Laura Van Houten, MD
Specialist
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My Specialties:
Obstetrics & Gynecology, Board-certified -
My Areas of Focus:
Bloodless Surgery Program, Breast Health, High Risk Obstetrics, Infertility, Obstetrics, Pelvic Organ Prolapse, Recurrent Pregnancy Loss, Complete Women's Health -
Languages:
English, Interpreters available for other languages -
Gender:
Female
PATIENT RATING: 4.9 OUT OF 5 ( 95 RATINGS & 32 COMMENTS)
Read all reviewsWhere I see patients
Legacy Medical Group-Portland Obstetrics and Gynecology
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1130 N.W. 22nd Ave., Suite 120
Building 3, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center campus
Portland, OR 97210-2934 - 503-413-7353
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About Me:
Long dedicated to the health and care of women, Dr. Van Houten enjoys the breadth of practice encompassing both obstetrics and gynecology. Her areas of specific interest include high risk and normal obstetrics, minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, vulvar health, adolescent health, and contraceptive management. She seeks to provide women with the knowledge to make informed decisions to facilitate their personal health and well-being. Dr. Van Houten describes herself as an avid reader, crossword puzzle addict, NPR groupie, and dedicated runner. She and her husband are active supporters of the arts and enjoy the Pacific Northwest outdoors with their family including their Jack Russell Terrier, Evie Knievel.
Education:
Residency:
Oregon Health & Science University
Internship:
Oregon Health & Science University
Medical School:
Oregon Health & Science University
Year I Started Practice:
2005
Hospitals Served:
Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
Patient Rating
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Love DR. Van Houten. I wish that every Doctor that I visited was as skilled, concerned and proficient as her.
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Dr. Van Houten was very thoughtful and personable. I don't often have providers who ask me about life outside of being their patient, and she made me feel cared for by listening.
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There are a few places where I feel safe and respected as a trans person, and Dr. Van Houten provides that for me. Her kindness, compassion and humanity were unparalleled, and I appreciate her endlessly.
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Dr. Van Houten is wonderful!
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I like this Dr. And she listens and answers questions.
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excellent
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Always a pleasure seeing the doctors in this practice. I normally don't have to wait too long, they answer any questions and tell me pertinent information
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Dr Van Houten was very friendly and helpful during my visit.
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Dr. Van Houten explained things well, took her time, encouraged questions, and was overall excellent.
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doctor seemed very patient and took the time to listen to me
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very respectful, always seen quickly and spends as much time with me as needed
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Dr Vanhouten is the epitome of what a good physician should be. She is knowledgeable, thorough, compassionate, and relatable. She listens to your concerns and addresses them in an easily understood manner. I feel very fortunate to be her patient.
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reception did not have covid friendly contactless options such as clean pens and clip boards. they asked me to fill out a mental health survey which was never addressed in the visit. the nurse did not share the results of my weight in pounds or the result of my blood pressure.
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Dr.VanHouten was great. Very compassionate and a good listener.
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Love Dr. Van Houten, she has an outstanding bedside manner and does a great job of both diagnosing and establishing a logical plan of action. I feel fortunate to have her as my doctor.
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Dr. VanHouten & her nurse Dawn were extremely professional and supportive. They went above & beyond to assure I felt comfortable during my visit.
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this dr is amazing! not only did she listen she made me feel comfortable and heard
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Dr. Van Houten is an amazing OBGYN. She provides excellent advice and is always kind and understanding.
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Dr. Van Houten is an exemplary provider
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Aura was extremely personable I felt comfortable with her in the first few mins. she listened to my concerns spend a long time fully addressing them and providing mass amounts of useful information. I felt very respected and I knew my health and my unborn babies health were going to be in great hands.
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Dr. Van Houten and her medical assistant Dawn are the most attentive and caring healthcare workers (especially for gynecology) that I have experienced. I trust their judgement and appreciate their work.
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I think that Dr. Van Houten is a very good physician. She listened to my concerns and made several suggestions. I feel better now.
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she is an outstanding doctor.
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Dr Van Houten is a fantastic personable professional with up to date valuable medical knowledge and expertise. it is an honor to have her as my obgyn.
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Dr. VanHouten has wonderful bedside manner, is knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and does not make you feel rushed. She is a great listener that gives meaningful advice.
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I finally feel that have found the gynecologist who is right for me.
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love my doctor and care and I get
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extremely kind and professional group of people.
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I've always had a good experience at Legacy Good Sam. Their team of caregivers are always respectful and kind. [detail removed to protect privacy]. I choose to have my healthcare needs met at Good Sam. Dr Van Houten and Dr Goldenberg are the best!
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Great doctor and care.
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Dr. Van Houten is a wonderful provider and offers excellent care.
Dr. Van Houten is probably the best doctor I have ever had. She is thorough and I love her clinical approach, as well, her "bedside manner"amazing.