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Paula Folger, MD

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Patient Rating:

5 Read all reviews

My Specialties:

Geriatrics, Board-certified; Geriatrics, Board-certified; Internal Medicine, Board-certified

Languages:

English, Interpreters available for other languages

Gender:

Female

Affiliations:

Legacy Health Partners

About Me:

Dr. Paula Folger is a primary care geriatrician, new to Legacy Medical Group-Raleigh Hills. She has been a long-time internist and geriatrician at Legacy Good Samaritan, previously working as medical director of several skilled nursing facilities in the Portland area and in a small geriatric primary care practice. She is also Program Director for Legacy Emanuel and Good Samaritan Internal Medicine Residency Program. She is delighted with the opportunity to be transitioning her clinical practice to geriatric primary care at Raleigh Hills. Dr. Folger received her medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. She performed her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Legacy Health, and fellowship in Geriatric Medicine at Oregon Health and Science University. Dr. Folger continues to be an active member of the geriatric medical community and is eager to be welcoming patients 70 years and older, or those with medical needs associated with aging

Education:
Fellowship: Oregon Health & Science University
Residency: Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
Internship: Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
Medical School: University of Nebraska Medical Center - Omaha, NE
Year I Started Practice: 2007
Hospitals Served: Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

Patient Rating

Legacy wants every patient to have great care, every time. To help measure and improve patient satisfaction, we send surveys to randomly selected patients after their appointments. We use this feedback from the surveys to improve and enhance the care we offer. Learn more about our surveys & ratings

Average Rating:  5 out of 5.0
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  Oct 07, 2024
Always interesting
  Oct 05, 2024
My son was with me on this visit & commented how good & thorough she was. There should be more like her!
  Sep 26, 2024
Dr. Folger is the best physician I ever had, ber none!
  Sep 24, 2024
Dr. Folger and her resident were exceptionally warm and helpful, as are all of the support staff at this clinic.
  Sep 24, 2024
Dr folger is a gem!!
  Sep 17, 2024
Paula Folger listens and is most kind and knowledgeable, gave me a referral I needed.She is a jewel and I am grateful to have found her.She has empathy and kindness. I consider her a friend
  Aug 31, 2024
Dr Folger is a LHS treasure. She's the best MD I have ever encountered.
  Aug 28, 2024
She is amazing and knows and remembers me.
  Aug 06, 2024
My provider understands my concerns and my difficulties. She addresses them appropriately.
  Jul 20, 2024
Dr Folger has provided the best health care I have ever received!
  Jul 18, 2024
Excellent physician! Very well informed about Mom's health issues and provided thoughtful and sensible solutions. Very personable and quickly engaged Mom in the visit, listened to herConcerns and interests and put her at ease. Dr. Folger communicates with ALF as needed and is always quick to answer to questions.She has a kind and responsive staff as well.
  Jun 25, 2024
Initial conversation related to my health with MD resident was very good
  Jun 20, 2024
Folger and team are great!
  Jun 11, 2024
Dr. Folger is always attentive to my mother's needs and makes her feel part of the decision making about her health.
  Jun 11, 2024
Dr. Folger is a caring and smart doctor. She is a geriatrician and very knowledgeable about physical Illnesses in an aging population. I feel very lucky to have her as a doctor.
  Jun 10, 2024
Dr. Folger is the most caring and thorough primary care doc I have ever had
  Jun 09, 2024
Dr. Paula is amazing and caring and spends as much time as needed to cover all the questions I have. She is compassionate and kind and easy to talk to.
  Jun 08, 2024
My experience was all good. However, I have one comment about the survey itself - there are a few questions where It would be helpful to have a response choice of "NA" for not applicable. For Instance, I had no way to answer the question about ease of getting through to the clinic by phone because I never called. Similarly, I had no comment about respect for my sexual identity, or race since these issues were never raised by me. Just a thought.
  Jun 08, 2024
Dr Folger is the most professional, informed and compassionate Doctor I have ever had! I truly feel blessed to have her on my team!
  Jun 08, 2024
This is a great doctor and staff.
  Jun 06, 2024
Staff and provider were do great and nice
  Jun 06, 2024
I'm in need of a new walker, as mine is broken. But during the last month I have not received. During a vacation, the social worker in charge of my walker issue, did not contact me at all, nor the walker issue was not progressed at all. I am still in not possession of an unbroken issue, I believe it may be the insurance companies issue is of nocommunication.This is the ONLY issue I have in the office at all!!!
  Jun 06, 2024
Dr. Folger is an outstanding Gerontologist. I feel so lucky she is caring for my 100 year old father Bert Hoeflich. She takes Sooo much time with him. She remembers big events in his life and was so respectful when his spouse died.
  May 30, 2024
The only hitch was waiting too long at the end of the visit for nurse to return to give vaccine and paperwork. I think there was a misunderstanding that we were waiting
  May 26, 2024
Doctor foger is the best I am so lucky to be a patient of hers.
  May 25, 2024
Dr, Folger is one of the best physicians I have ever had. I feel that, whatever health issues I may have, she will help me through them. Everyone in her office is courteous and efficient. I feel safe and supported. I just hope that she does not retire!
  May 19, 2024
Dr Paula Folger is the best doctor I could have.
  May 18, 2024
The phone system is the worst I've ever encountered in all my years of medical care anywhere. Kept on hold forever most every encounter. Leaving messages is of no help. The only positive I can say is WHEN you get the person who schedules appointments, she is very helpful.
  May 18, 2024
I hate to recommend dr. Folger because I don't want her to have to schedule me 2 months + out. She is simply and honestly the best PCP I have ever had and I am 73!
  May 15, 2024
The efficiency, concern for my well being, and effectiveness where impressive.
  May 11, 2024
Dr Folgers is very kind and listened to all my concerns. I would recommend her and this clinic to anyone who needed a PC
  Apr 07, 2024
Dr. Folger is by far one of the best, well informed, caring doctors I've had over my lifetime. I feel very fortunate to have such an outstanding physician to turn to when needed. I would recommend Dr. Folger and her office to anyone who asks. Thank you Dr. Folger for all you do to keep me in good health.
  Apr 07, 2024
Very happy with thee exam
  Apr 03, 2024
I am 86, dr folger is the best ever, kind, listens, empathetic, gentle, knowledgeable and fun, like a best friend. I enjoy seeing her and she is responsive to messages, always! The best!
  Apr 02, 2024
Dr. Folger is an excellent doctor, especially for older people who require more patience and have complex medical Issues/ histories. She seems to truly understand how hard it is to get old and have health problems and demonstrates her caring and compassion for her patients. Her assistant, Chris, is an excellent communicator and very compassionate as well. He always goes the extra mile. They are a superb team! In fact everyone at this office is great from the moment we arrive to when we leave.
  Mar 24, 2024
Dr. Paula Folger is the best doctor I have had in my 88 years.She is knowledgeable,helpful, a keen listener, and collaborative.She is so popular, though, it is hard to get an appointment outside of a regular scheduled visit.Sometimes it takes longer than 3 days to get a message back from MyChart.
  Mar 12, 2024
All good.Helpful, respectful, knowledgeable, patient,friendly
  Mar 08, 2024
I dearly love Dr.Folger, enough so that I drive clear across town to see her. Also the office staff are very nice as well.
  Mar 07, 2024
It's such a good clinic that it's very hard to get timely appointments- no flexibility - although they try very hard to accommodate.The pre appointment form is a joke
  Mar 06, 2024
Dr. Folger is kind, welcoming, attentive, and competent. She takes care of details in the moment. I am grateful to have her as my pcp.
  Mar 02, 2024
Dr Folger is the best doctor I have ever visited.
  Feb 24, 2024
I have always had a good experiences. Waiting to get an appointment is another thing. It is the same with most doctors. I had a fall accident and I only had to wait a few days.
  Feb 24, 2024
Dr. Folger is a highly responsive doctor. She listens, always makes me feel better after seeing her.
  Feb 23, 2024
Nothing bad, doctor seems to understand me well
  Feb 19, 2024
I always look forward to my visit with Dr. Folger. This physician is a delight! She is knowledgeable, she asksAll the right questions & show's all the respect a person could ask for.
  Feb 15, 2024
Dr FOLGER best Doctor I have
  Feb 11, 2024
Dr Folger is a gerontologist. She understands us.
  Feb 08, 2024
Very good overall
  Feb 07, 2024
The transition from Dr. Siu to Dr. Folger was a bit rocky, due to a lack of communication somewhere in the middle. It all worked out in the end, but a bit annoying. I think there is something wrong with your system, where I had to wait months for an annual checkup past my normal date with a PCP that is very good. I will miss Dr. Siu, but very glad to have Dr. Folger now. She's great as well.
  Feb 04, 2024
I AM SO IMPRESSED WITH DR. FOLGER AND HER STAFF. I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN COMPLETELY SATISFIED WITH THE CARE EXTENTED TO ME. LILI DID A GREAT JOB AND VERY PROFESSIONAL IN A FRIENDLY WAY. AND, CHRIS, SAVES THE DAY EVERYTIME I CALL HIM.
  Jan 31, 2024
Chris and Dr. Folger are the best in every way! Totally great!!!
  Jan 30, 2024
I am fortunate to have such excellent care.
  Jan 30, 2024
Dr Folger is the best doctor I have ever had. I am pleased that she is always available through her advice nurse.
  Jan 23, 2024
I have already referred family and friends to Dr Folger. As Monday is the day that OHSU residents are in the office, my appointment took an extra hour which I hadn't known would be the case when I made the appointment and the delay caused me to miss another appointment
  Jan 23, 2024
Dr Folger is amazing and is very attuned to her patients.
  Jan 22, 2024
Dr Folger was great caring and knowledgeable. I am privileged to have her as my physician.
  Jan 14, 2024
Doctor Folger is the best! I am so lucky to be in her practice
  Jan 13, 2024
Visit was an extremely productive session of evaluating my total health picture and deciding best treatment strategies. Every issue I had, big or little, was addressed.
  Jan 09, 2024
On the January 8 appointment I wanted to talk about concerns I have about my husband's Alzheimer's and the effect it seems to be having on my emotional health. Dr Folger listened to my concerns and counseled me in the most positive, professional way! She is fantastic!!
  Jan 06, 2024
Dr. Folger was very careful to listen to my concerns and her responses were in line with my concerns.
  Dec 31, 2023
Dr. Folger is amazing. We are very lucky to have her as our primary care doctor.
  Dec 23, 2023
Truly excellent doctor
  Dec 17, 2023
If only you had 100 Dr. Folgers. She is so good and soooooo busy. WE feel lucky our 100 year old Dad got into her clinic.
  Dec 16, 2023
Dr. Folger listened, asked questions, was interested in what I had to say.
  Dec 16, 2023
It's always good
  Dec 12, 2023
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Folger. I feel so lucky to have her as my doctor. I gave her name to two friends who asked me for a primary doctor recommendation. Unfortunately, Dr. Folger Is not taking new patients. She Is a very popular physician and highly In demand!
  Dec 12, 2023
Dr. Folger and her staff are EXCELLENT! The best care ever!
  Dec 11, 2023
Dr Folger provides excellent care. Nurse Chris was really helpful on the phone when my mom wasn't doing well.
  Dec 05, 2023
This office and Dr Folger are by far the most professional and caring I have ever had!!!
  Dec 05, 2023
Extremely professional staff and Doctor !
  Dec 04, 2023
Dr Folger is a very good listener and allows enough time for my appointment.
  Dec 01, 2023
Dr Folger and Chris really make the effort to connect with my elderly and cognitively impaired parents. They are extremely responsive and caring.
  Nov 29, 2023
Dr. Folger is great!
  Nov 18, 2023
Sr Folger is smart, caring, a wonderful listener. I never feel rushed when meeting with her. Her support and insights are exceptional.
  Nov 16, 2023
Dr. Folger is an excellent doctor. She takes time with you and listens to your concerns. Legacy needs more doctors like her!
  Nov 14, 2023
Appreciate conversations with Dr. Folger.
  Nov 11, 2023
Dr.Folger was very nice and listened to me. She helped with my medicines and answered all of our questions.
  Nov 07, 2023
The doctor addresses all my concerns and questions
  Nov 01, 2023
Really pleased to have Dr. Folger for my doctor. So caring and so thorough. I have a myriad of problems right now, but feel confidentThat she will help me figure out the situation, and in the meantime, she makes me feel calm about it all. And I feel that she is doingEverything to get to the root of the problems as quickly as possible. So glad to be working with her on this. A+
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