Terence Chu, MD

Patient Rating:

4.9 Read all reviews

My Specialties:

Family Medicine

Languages:

English, Interpreters available for other languages

Gender:

Male

Affiliations:

Emanuel Medical Center

Where I see patients

About Me:

I was born in Hong Kong but grew up in Hillsboro (where my family still lives). I made my rounds around the Hillsboro school district, going at one time or another to Mooberry, Eastwood, Jackson, Evergreen, and Glencoe. I then turned "traitor" and went to college at the University of Washington and got a degree in Cell and Molecular Biology, though I did most of my research in paleontology (dinosaurs!) and fell in love with East Asian and Northern European folklore. After college I spent a year at the Oregon National Primate Research Center and then went to medical school at the University of Virginia and decided to stay a bit longer in Virginia for my residency because I knew once I returned to Oregon that no one was going to pry me away again. I chose to go into family medicine because I enjoyed taking care of the full spectrum, from infants or geriatrics and getting to know patients as a person, not just a diagnosis, and how they feel about it, not just how I want to treat them. I also enjoy working the full scope of medicine from head to toe and working with illness as it affects the whole, not just the organ. I also have much experience from residency working around barriers to care such as cost, coverage, and distance for my patients to ensure they get good care. I plan on in my practice in addition to medicine doing small skin lesion removals, large joint injections (knee, shoulder), and gynecological exams, including IUD placement and removal. While in Virginia I was a member of the AAFP as well as the state Medical Society of Virginia and the local Lynchburg Academy of Medicine. I also enjoyed working in the free clinics in Lynchburg, Charlottesville, and Orange County, Virginia. Outside of medicine my interests include vertebrate paleontology, folklore, children's literature (something I picked up growing up in my mother's home child care), hiking, long cruises along beautiful scenic roads like Highway 101 and basketball. And while I enjoyed my time in Virginia and would not trade it away, after 7 years away from the Pacific Northwest I am happy to be returning to my home and setting up roots here all over again. Hobbies include: Hiking, Basketball, Sightseeing

Education:
Residency: Lynchburg Family Medicine
Medical School: University of Virginia Medical Center - Charlottesville, VA
Undergraduate: University of Washington, Seattle
Year I Started Practice: 2013
Hospitals Served: Legacy Emanuel Medical Center

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4.9 out of 5     183 Ratings     67 Comments

Mar 2, 2023
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Dr Chu is awesome.

Feb 21, 2023
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My visits with the provider are always good.

Feb 13, 2023
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Never had any bad experiences, The best doctor I have ever had.

Feb 13, 2023
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Very pleased with the care I am given.

Jan 19, 2023
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I like the convenience of the office. The staff and doctor are always nice and friendly. There's never a long wait and doctor makes me feel like he really cares about my medical problems.

Jan 19, 2023
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Dr. Chu has always been so helpful. He was my husband's doctor before his passing. So we've had enough visits to know how awesome he is. Always explaining everything we need or needed to know and understand.

Jan 13, 2023
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I came in and had 5 problems I needed to ask Dr. Chu about, I told the nurse about the issues and then Dr. Chu came in, checked one of them and then sent me home. I'm frustrated that most of the problems I went there to ask the doctor about I was never even given a chance to talk to him about.

Jan 3, 2023
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The office lady was a little short with me, the other lady ignored me.

Dec 29, 2022
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Excellent patient skills. Inspires confidence in his ability to provide the best care available.

Dec 20, 2022
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Did not seem to care about what I had to say about my eye problems only blood pressure problem and and did not get out of his chair for anything but to look at his computer and talk about blood pressure pills and why.? Then gets up and leaves without any physical contact whatsoever

Dec 13, 2022
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It was short and quicka

Dec 9, 2022
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Some times I had a hard time getting to talk to someone in my doctor's office. The person I talked to was not to me. I believe staffing was short at that time.

Dec 8, 2022
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I've recommended Dr Chu to several people. He is very thorough and informed and he listens to patients. He Is also NOT a pill-pusher and explains the effects of the few Rx's that I do take. I've been seeing him for many years.

Dec 2, 2022
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Unable 2 get lab work done after Dr visit as lab was short staffed

Nov 11, 2022
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This was my new patient visit. It's nice to have clinic, lab and imaging all in one space. Everyone was pleasant and professional. Dr. Chu was knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. Overall experience was great. Thank you.

Nov 11, 2022
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We both love Dr Chu. He's informed, knowledgeable, he listens and give good advice and treatment

Nov 11, 2022
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I think Dr Chu is an exceptional doctor

Nov 8, 2022
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Dr. Chu is always great about listening and explaining everything.

Oct 28, 2022
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Had a great experience

Oct 28, 2022
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Always a great experience

Oct 27, 2022
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Chu a great doctor

Oct 21, 2022
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All good

Oct 21, 2022
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As usual he made me feel comfortable.

Oct 18, 2022
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The dr. & staff provide a good visit, care, concern, attitude, etc.

Oct 18, 2022
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I always have a good experience at the office. The staff as well as the doctor always make me feel as if they really care about my well being.

Oct 17, 2022
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Dr. Chu is an attentive listener and very common sense in his approach to any relevant condition.

Oct 17, 2022
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Dr. Chu is probably the best primary doc I have had...he is down to earth, candid, easy to talk to, and very responsive to both issues I raise or have forgotten...he is a great partner to work regarding my health...

Oct 4, 2022
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Terry is the man. M/A's could be more diligent on the proper B/P technique.

Oct 4, 2022
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The staff was friendly, polite, and competent.

Oct 3, 2022
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Good.

Sep 29, 2022
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Dr. Chu is amazing. He always listens to what we have to say and then addresses every issue in a way both myself and my son with tourette's can understand. He is professional and a perfect fit for my family. We are very thankful for Dr. Chu!

Sep 22, 2022
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Everyone at this clinic has always been top notch

Sep 20, 2022
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I feel great satisfaction and knowledgeable after visit

Sep 9, 2022
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Can't get a a appointment to see your doctor for 6 to 8 weeks. Ridiculous!!!!!!!!

Sep 9, 2022
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Dr. Chu is great, very relatable.

Sep 2, 2022
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I recommend to family member and that person is now a patient, and very happy with Dr Chu

Aug 22, 2022
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Dr. Chu is great at answering questions in a way you understand. I feel very comfortable around him, knowing he has my best interest. He also lightens the room.

Aug 8, 2022
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Visit was good. It took a long time to get an appointment, which was a bit disappointing.

Aug 8, 2022
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I love the way I'm listened to. I have a great medical team from my receptionist to my Doctor!

Aug 5, 2022
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It was a routine annual check-up. Nothing special. Some of the lab results from the blood sample were sent to me the next day--which is amazingly fast. Luckily, so far I haven't needed much in the way of medical attention. Me and my doctor are trying to stay on top of things so we can catch anything serious quickly

Aug 2, 2022
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My visits are always a great experience. I like all the staff.

Aug 1, 2022
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Finally someone that understands

Jul 29, 2022
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The nurses are great, very pleasant.

Jul 26, 2022
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I didn't feel rushed through my appointment, Dr Chu took extra time to explain all of my cont

Jul 18, 2022
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Great

Jul 12, 2022
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So busy that sometimes it is hard to get an appointment

Jul 11, 2022
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Having to wear silly mask in the waiting etc. Is a joke. Masks do not stop viruses or germs. It is a way to demean people and keep them in a state of fear where they are easy to manipulate and control them.

Jul 11, 2022
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All good with reception and medical staff and doc...pleasant, informative, and helpful complete with a plan for the next few months...this visit was 2 weeks after heart attack which required installing 2 stints... Doc was very helpful answering all the f/up questions from that day in the hospital...cudos!

Jun 30, 2022
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Dr Chu and his assistant are the most caring and knowledgeable medical Personnel available and would and have recommended them to my entire family, six sisters a brother, kids and grandkids all have been informed of these fantastic personable team members taking care of my physical and mental conditions. I greatly appreciated Dr Chu's attentiveness to my needs and complex situation.

Jun 28, 2022
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It takes a month or longer to get an appointment with your own Doctor

Jun 27, 2022
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I've been going to this clinic for many years and I have to say in those years no one has ever been rude or inconsiderate they are amazing people that are very kind and always smiling that's why I keep going back and my doctor is very very thorough with my health and I really appreciate that that means a lot to me so to me he is an excellent physician.

Jun 14, 2022
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Could have cared less attitude. I appreciate the clinic convenience.

Jun 9, 2022
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Everything was easy and quick.

Jun 9, 2022
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Dr Chu is VERY knowledgeable and it's easy to understand his explanations. He doesn't talk down to people.

Jun 3, 2022
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Always look forward to visits with Dr. Chu! Thanks.

Jun 3, 2022
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Dr. CHU IS AN EXCELLENT PCP. MY ONLY ISSUE IS THAT HE'S DO POPULAR AT TIMES IT'S DIFFICULT TO GET AN APPT SOON. MANY TIMES I'VE HAD TO SEE OTHER DOCTORS. DR. CHU USE TO BE ABLE TO SPEND AMPLE TIME WITH ME. NOW HE'S ON A VERY TIGHT SCHEDULE, UNDERSTANDABLE DUE TO HIS POPULARITY.

May 27, 2022
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Always friendly and know what talking about

May 23, 2022
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Never checks heart, ears, lungs etc. Had to ask them to weigh him. Asked if he would allow them to take his blood pressure otherwise they probably wouldn't have done that. Never reviews his medical history with us. I think a yearly check up should be more thorough. Sits across the room and Never approaches him.

May 23, 2022
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Extremely thorough. Went over all my medications and conditions, answered all my questions and was explained in a way my daughter and I could understand. After summary visit had very detailed explanation and instructions for next steps for all the necessary referrals. The Dr was very patient and kind. He took the time to listen and explain course of action. A complete breath of fresh air. It was very nice to see this level of care and experience. Thank you.

May 17, 2022
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This was the first time I have seen this provider.

May 17, 2022
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Dr.Chu always makes my daughter feel comfortable by the end of the visit (she gets anxious at doctor and dental visits) and we leave with her having a smile on her face. He is kind and has a great bed side manner. He is respectful and treats you like an equal. He isn't condescending and he is understanding about your choices and I really appreciate how much he advocates for young girls getting proper education in regards to puberty and periods. He showed empathy and told a story as to WHY he finds it so important and it really gives me a lot more respect for him. His MA was polite but she seemed rushed, probably due to the lack of support staff after the Mandate. I hope she knows she is doing a good job and that I know she is doing her best. The CSS who helped us (I didn't get her name, she was slight and had dark straight hair to about her shoulders/chest) was extremely nice and smiled the whole time, which was a rare experience of a smiling CSS when I have come in for my daughters well childs (since she was 1 and a half). She was great!

May 4, 2022
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Dr. Chu is amazing! He is extremely informative and I appreciate that. He is quick to take care of my needs.

May 2, 2022
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Everything was great. I had no problems.

Apr 28, 2022
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Dr. Chu was very knowledgeable about my problems. And help fine solutions for them. The office staff was very pleasant and very orderly

Apr 18, 2022
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Very knowledgeable, simplifies his explanation.

Apr 1, 2022
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I felt Dr Chu was a bit outside of his comfort zone with my problem.

Mar 31, 2022
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Dr. Chu has excellent interpersonal skills, is considerate, and compassionate.

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