Legacy Health Partners
Valerie Halpin, MD
Specialist
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My Specialties:
Bariatric Surgery; General Surgery, Board-certified -
My Areas of Focus:
Bariatric Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Weight Management -
Languages:
English, Interpreters available for other languages -
Gender:
Female
PATIENT RATING: 4.8 OUT OF 5 ( 46 RATINGS & 18 COMMENTS)
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Legacy Weight and Diabetes Institute
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1040 N.W. 22nd Ave., Suite 520
Building 2, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center campus
Portland, OR 97210-3097 - 503-413-7557
- 503-413-6547
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About Me:
Valerie Halpin, M.D., received her medical training at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. While at Washington University she completed a residency in general sugery and a research fellowship in advanced laparoscopic surgery. Before joining Legacy Good Samaritan Weight Management Institute in 2008, Dr. Halpin taught as an Assistant Professor of Surgery focusing on bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery at Washington University in St. Louis. She also served as the Integrated Surgical Disciplines Clerkship Director. Dr. Halpin continues to enjoy surgical education as the Bariatric Surgery Fellowship program director at Legacy Weight and Diabetes Institute. Dr. Halpin has published numerous scientific articles and book chapters on bariatric and gastrointestinal surgery and surgical education.
Education:
Residency:
Barnes-Jewish Hospital - St. Louis, MO
Fellowship:
Washington University Institute for Minimally Invasive Surgery
Internship:
Barnes-Jewish Hospital - St. Louis, MO
Medical School:
Washington University - St. Louis, MO
Year I Started Practice:
2004
Hospitals Served:
Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center
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Nothing bad, had one question that didn't quite get answered but will take it up via My Health.This was my first visit with this provider for a procedure that most people will never consider, so I can't really say I'd recommend Dr. Halpin because 1) it wouldn't be welcome and 2) beyond a consult, I've not seen her action.
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Dr.Halpin is very good at what she does, and seems to care about your health.
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She is an excellent physician...and a lovely lady!
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My past experiences with Dr Halpin was she was not very friendly, and always in a hurry, but my visit yesterday she seemed much better and more interested in my concerns. I have found it very difficult to contact her office at the time l am having difficulties. When l have concerns l need help that day, not on the next day when the problem my may have resolved
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Always have an awesome experience
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Follow up for gastric bypass. The only problem I had was after surgery in the hospital. My blood pressure was really low and I was a little out of it when the nurse brought in my meds in the same cup as I was using for measuring my water. I accidentally poured water in my meds. So I didn't receive them that night.
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Visit was fine, just not very personable. The doctor told me I was not her patient and I was scheduled with the wrong doctor, but she would see me as a courtesy so I didn't have to reschedule. Not a great first impression. Didn't make me feel like you really wanted to help me. Caring is caring, no matter whos patient I am.
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Dr. Halpin & all the nurses were great. The reception guy & gal were not helpful or friendly.
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First time seeing his Doctor. Consultation visit for surgery
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I always had a good experience! Both before operation & after!
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Wonderful crew
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Need a better updated seating area in the lobby. Scheduler made errors.
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Thank you for your time & care.
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Dr Valerie Halpin is a wonderful provider and surgeon. She was able to always answer all of my questions with the utmost honesty and truth which is very important to me. Her team of clinicians are like her in wanting you to succeed in your goal. My only issue was that the current front office staff seem disorganized and unfamiliar with scheduling appointments. I have also had extremely long wait times on the phone and have resorted to using MyHealth to get in touch with people.
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The whole the whole organization of weight loss and diabetes at legacy is exceptional I got the best care I could possibly have gotten the receptionists are a little rude but all in all everything is absolutely perfect
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Everyone has been very pleasant and friendly, and their professionalism has been great.
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I feel the office staff need more training and can smile more, and be more customer service oriented.
I am extremely happy and satisfied with the care and treatment I receive from the Legacy family. They always have communicated well with me, are always very concerned and I have never really been as truly impressed as I am with this organization and the caliber of people they hire.