Robert Kinast, MD
Specialist
My Specialties:
Glaucoma, ; Ophthalmology, Board-certified
My Areas of Focus:
Cataract Surgery, Medical and Laser Treatment of Glaucoma, Glaucoma Surgery, Diabetic Retinopathy, Macular Degeneration, Comprehensive Eye Exams
Languages:
English, Interpreters available for other languages
Gender:
Male
Legacy Health Partners
Legacy Devers Eye Institute
1040 N.W. 22nd Ave., Suite 200 Building 2, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center campus
Portland, OR 97210-3049
503-413-8202
Legacy Devers Eye Institute-Memorial Eye Clinic
1040 N.W. 22nd Ave., Suite 168 Building 2, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center campus
Portland, OR 97210
503-413-8202
About Me:
Dr. Kinast is the Associate Director of the Glaucoma Fellowship at Devers. He is also a Clinical Associate Professor at the Casey Eye Institute at OHSU and a past winner of the Casey Eye Residency Faculty Teaching Award. His research focuses include medication adherence, medical devices, medication compounding, and patient satisfaction. Dr. Kinast’s research has been funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the American Glaucoma Society (AGS). He is developing a smart eye drop adherence monitor with engineers from Oregon State University via NIH grant support. He was awarded an AGS Mentoring for the Advancement of Physician Scientists Award based on an innovative eye drop delivery aid and eye drop bottle. His team has won an OHSU Biomedical Innovation Program Award for a novel tube implant. He has 7 patents pending. Prior to medicine, Dr. Kinast studied the anthropology of religion at Oxford University and worked in business strategy consulting.
Training:
Board-certified in ophthalmology, Dr. Kinast is a glaucoma sub-specialist and anterior segment surgeon at Legacy Devers Eye Institute. He received his medical degree from the University of Michigan Inteflex Program (combined B.A./M.D. program) in Ann Arbor, followed by internship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and residency at California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. He completed sub-specialty training in glaucoma at Legacy Devers Eye Institute and OHSU Casey Eye Institute.
Year I Started Practice:
2012
Hospitals Served:
Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
Patient Rating
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I have type 2 diabetes and I visit Dr. Kinast at least once a year. He has always acted in the most professional manner. He responds directly to my questions. He explains everything he does. He leaves me with written plan that is clear and helpful.
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all very good
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Everything was perfect. very satisfied.
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There were a few waiting periods, and they were long. I was left in a room by myself with nothing to do. My eyes were dilated (unexpectedly),and I was sent out on the street without dark glasses.
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Pleasant experience. The check-in nurse was also very good and well educated. Great personality.
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All of my questions and concerns were clearly and concisely answered by Dr. Kinast, I felt although I was in very good hands.
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Good doctor this is a specialist not a PCP.
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I saw the provider for 5-8 minutes. The eye technician that helped me didn't seem to know what she was doing and I did not leave with confidence that the information about my vision provided by the technician to the provider was accurate. I told this to the provider and he asked me to reschedule to have my vision re-checked. If this means I have to pay again for a second visit because of someone's lack of expertise I will be further disappointed by the services. The equipment was also not cleaned for my visit. This is not the type of professional service that I pay for so I will not be returning to this clinic.
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great
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The check in process is quite cumbersome. It seems like it could be streamlined. You have to check in twice on different floors.
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Routine followup post cataract surgery-all scheduled tests performed and review with Dr Kinast in reasonable time period.
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the office staff, technician and Dr Kinast were extremely professional that has been my experience for years using the services of this eye institute
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This was a first visit to Devers Eye Care for a cataract assessment. Dr. Kinast was excellent, inspired confidence, listened. Good all around. In the next year I will schedule cataract surgery.
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Friendly, knowledgeable & down to business! Eased my concerns.
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I was treated with respect and consideration. Always met with a Thanks!
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all is well
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This Doctor listened and gave me excellent advise to ALL my concerns!!! I wish had seen him before!!!!!!
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I have Parkinson's and use a cane. To have to come in downstairs and then go back upstairs and then come back downstairs is not a patient friendly process. Most of the patients seem to be seniors. With walkers and canes.
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Special thanks and kudos to Estelle B., who conducted the eye exam before I saw Dr. Kinast. She was professional, courteous & informative - great exam. Thanks to Dr. Kinast for listening & for being holistic in his approach to care.
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this was my first appointment with this eye doctor so i really shouldnt even be forming an opinion at all. at least a few more visits would be better .
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Everyone I had contact with was friendly, respectful and helpful. This was my first visit to Devers Eye Clinic and I'm looking forward to an ongoing relationship with Dr. Kinast, his assistant and others who work at Devers.
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What a reassuring pleasure it was to see Dr. Kinast. My last few visits have been to Uptown Optometry on Burnside where I felt hustled the entire visit. The exam was broken up with repeated viewings of frames that I might want to buy. I was urged to buy new glasses, even though my eyes had changed little. While complaining to a neighbor, she recommended Dr. Kinast. He was very professional, explained everything in a reassuring way, and was friendly. I am very grateful!
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The first thing I noticed at Devers Eye Clinic is that all of the personnel are kind to everyone. That is always reassuring. Dr. Kinast examined my eyes because I have blood spots showing on the back of my eyes, and developing cataracts. Dr. Kinast sent me upstairs for an eye scan. I have a follow-up visit for another scan in 30 days for a comparison. I left feeling like Dr. Kinast will take care of my eyes. I am confident in his services.
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first experience with Legacy-Devers Eye Institute. I will use them for future needs, like exams, prescriptions etc. technician and Dr Kinast were great.
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took 3+ hours for a routine eye appointment .. my wife waited for 2 hours for a fields test then for the exam as it was close to 4 pm the ophthalmologist was in a hurry to leave, so did not even dilate her eyes for an annual comprehensive eye exam what a waste of 3 hours! will be looking for a new ophalmologist at another healthcare organization feel free to reach out for additional comments [details deleted to protect privacy]
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the online record app is useless, the password changes too often and locks me out so I don't use it
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This is the third time I have been asked to evaluate Dr. Kinast. Fortunately I am quite satisfied with him.
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all is well.
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excellent service from Dr. and assistants, however I waited 40 mins in waiting room and 2 exam rooms(please get some more magazines!!) [name deleted to protect privacy], the person who checked me in was very stressed and linear, which came across as uncaring and rude. Other patients were commenting. Again, Dr and his staff fabulous
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This visit was just yearly eye check. I was so surprised they were able to get me in so quickly. I work for the school district and try to get all appointments on the days that we have off. Thank you!
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Dr Kinast goes above the call of duty to be helpful.
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as always as a diabetes patient I have at least a once a year checkup with Dr Kinast.he is both a caring and competent doctorwho is very clear in describing his findings.
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I was pleased with the treatment at Devers eye clinic. Dr. Kinast is professional, capable and knowledgeable and I would recommend him without hesitation.
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The experience was good
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I'm glad to be a patient of Dr. Kinast. He's very competent, professional in a friendly manner, & responds to my comments quickly and thoughtfully.
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Friendly and professional staff. Did not seem hectic as other offices.
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I believe that Dr. Kinast is one of the most professional, skilled, and gracious physicians that I have encountered. I am very fortunate that he is on my health care team.
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Very much thorough eye exam was provided. Very kindness.
I like Dr. Kinast very much. He is patient and kind and answered my questions completely.