Lori M. Tam, MD
Portland, OR 97225
Providence Heart Clinic – St. Vincent
9427 Southwest Barnes Road, Suite 495, Portland, OR 97225
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About Lori M. Tam
In her cardiology practice, Lori Tam, M.D., believes that her most important role as a health care provider is to serve as a patient advocate and educator. "I like to educate my patients about their health conditions and empower them to make wise and effective decisions about their lifestyle and maintaining optimal cardiovascular health," she says. Dr. Tam wants to encourage her patients to feel comfortable asking her questions about their health and cardiac concerns. She believes all patients deserve high-quality, compassionate care.
After earning her medical degree from Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Dr. Tam completed her internship and residency in internal medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston and a cardiology fellowship at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore.
She is board certified in internal medicine, and her clinical interests include coronary artery disease and cardiac imaging. Dr. Tam was born and raised in Portland and speaks fluent Cantonese. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Oregon Health & Science University
2007
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston
Internal Medicine
2010
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Cardiology
2013
- Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr Tam is the best. Trust her without reservation.
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Excellent care
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Dr. Tam is just the best
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Dr Lori Tam is so pleasant & makes me feel so at relax. She always checks me V Signs & explains to me why I need a certain procedure
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I have been with DrTam for 5 years I like her treatment of my problem
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All good experiences
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I was referred to Dr. Tam for a heart issue. From the time I showed up at the receptionist to when I was discharged from having a stent installed everyone provided the optimal care.
Providence Patient
Doctor describes various scenarios and treatments. She also discusses the results of clinical trials which is important to me!
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Love Dr Tam
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Dr. Tam was wonderful. She was supportive, listened to my concerns and explained things in an understandable way. When the visit ended, I felt that my concerns had been addressed and answered. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing a cardiologist's care.
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I was able to get an appointment the same week I called. I was called into the exam room in under a minute. Dr. Tam was on time and very warm and friendly. She answered all my questions, listened to and responded to my fears and concerns, and gave me lots of helpful information. I very much appreciated the 40 minute appointment time. What a treat to not be rushed through In 10-20 minutes. All of this made for a wonderful experience and outstanding patient care.
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Dr.Tam is not only a professional and knowledgeable doctor, but also, very kind and caring.
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The whole virtual visit was perfect. I am very very happy.
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It was a very good experience.
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Dr. Tam is excellent !
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Love the care they all provided and respect they gave they made me feel welcome and concerned with my health.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam has provided me with excellent and personable care. I feel confident her medical advice is current, relevant and evidence based. She takes time to answer my questions, and makes me feel cared about as a person. I have recommended her to others who need cardiac care. I would recommend my family members to see her.
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I was most impressed with the doctor's immediate understanding of my symptoms, and her quick response to begin solving the issues I'm dealing with!
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Dr tam was great
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Dr. Tam is kind and thoughtful and reassuring about my health. I've almost always had good experiences with the medical care team at Providence St. Vincent's.Thank you!
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Fantastic provider!
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Dr Tam is my cardiologist and is excellent in her taking care of my heart and health problems caused by my heart. She listens and makes sure I understand what is going on.
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Very thankful to have an appt with Dr. Tam.
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Dr. Tam is a very fine doctor and person so very easy to talk to and she really cares about me and how well Im doing.
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Dr Tam is outstanding
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I trust she is using her best judgement in providing my care.
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Totally committed me during my appointment. I was late due to traffic over Highway 6 and was called back before I could get sat down. Awesome service.
Providence Patient
Dr Tam is very good knowledgeable and respectful. She knows my history and remembers details about my health and personal life that I have shared. I like this, it lets me know she's listening!
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All good
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Provider has always been helpful, courteous and friendly
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Outstanding service. Very understanding to all needs and concerns. All my providence providers are working together as a team.
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Dr Tam and her team have been consistently terrific. The care, follow up, attention to detail and responsiveness is perfect. Very thankful
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Went very well
Providence Patient
When you are old many doctors just disregard what you say. Dr. Tam is the best - she listens, explains more about the aging body and cares that I do have a good quality of life with the time of life that is left. Thank you for DR. TAM.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is an excellent cardiologist who is thorough, knowledgeable, patient, and compassionate. I feel very lucky to be a patient in her care.
Providence Patient
This was my first visit with Dr. Tam and I would definitely want to see her for any of my cardiology concerns. I found her most helpful and she answered all my questions. I came away from the appointment that I have have someone I can really trust and value if I have questions regarding cardiology and my health.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is very popular, so wait time to get an appointment cab be quite far out. She is very pleasant to work with, but being popular, she can get behind with appointments. This is not a knock on her, just the situation.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is an amazing heart doctor. She is very impatient, listens carefully to my concerns, does a thorough exam and if there are any issues she fully explores what might be the cause. She has resolved several issues for me by simply listening carefully, understanding the symptoms and recommending tests to get to the answer.
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Dr Lori Tam is an outstanding cardiologist. Very pleased with her care.
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Dr. Tam lived up to the high praises I was hearing about her!
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Probably the most organized and helpful Doctor and staff I have gone to in the last 5 years!!!
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is always considerate and caring and still displays a high level of intelligence and competence. I trust her implicitly.
Providence Patient
Dr Tam has been my cardiologist for many years. I trust her knowledge and appreciate her concern for my medical condition. I feel that she os "on top of it" in treating my heart issues. I know that I am in very good hands evert time she walks into the exam room! Thank you!
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Was a great experience
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Totally positive experience
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I was very pleased with the visit with Dr. Tam and the follow up with her staff. They are real professionals.
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Dr. Tam was very kind, understanding and knowledgeable.
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I was favorably impressed with the doctor's careful attention to my symptoms and concerns.
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Dr Tam was very patient and compassionate. She was very thorough discussing my issues and listening to me. She has a great positive personality.
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Dr. Tam is a very charismatic, energetic, and knowledgeable doctor. Comfortable visit...like visiting an old friend.
Providence Patient
Dr Tam is an excellent cardiologist and I feel very fortunate to be her patient
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Very pleasant first visit with Dr. Tam. She has a very pleasant and professional approach, and is quite knowledgeable about her complete medical field. I will definitely choose to continue in her care.
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VERY GOOD
Providence Patient
I was called into the exam room early. Dr. Tam came in as soon as the nurse completed the initial vitals.Dr. Tam always answers all of my concerns thoroughly. She is very efficient without being rushed. I always feel that I am good hands.
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She was very caring and knowledgeableVery considerate and supportive.
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As usual everything and everyone was wonderful!
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Dr Tam is very knowledgeable and experience in her field. She provides monthly seminar to share new information and to educate her patience. She is very friendly and professional. She goes extra miles to help her patience. I normally do not like to visit doctors. Dr Tam is my favor doctor. She listens to my concern, care of my health and give me good advice. I am so grateful to have a doctor like Dr Tam. Thank you,
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All good.
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Dr. Tam showed sincere concern for my issues and was conscientious in seeking to find the cause of my issues. She showed a compassionate caring.
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Dr Lori Tam is a very caring person & doctor.She makes sure you understand your medical problems. I would recommend her to anyone who needs an excellent and caring cardiologist.
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I love Dr. Tam. Wish she was my Primary Care Dr!
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Dr.Tam is one of the best providers I have the privilege of meeting. She is dedicated and a true healer.
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Dr Lori Tam is among the best provider I have never had. She is extremely knowledgeable. She is very thorough in her care. She listens to all my questions and answers making sure I understand the answers. She is a special doctor because not only she very knowledgeable, she empathetic, caring and genuinely wants to make sure I have all answers to my questions. She knows that I data oriented and will have a list of questions and hence she will be prepared. I realize she has hundreds of patient but when she is in the room with me, I feel like I get special care. I look forward to my checkups with Dr.Lam. She is a wonderful doctor!
Providence Patient
Dr tam is the best and I have referred a number of people to her. She takes her time and answered any and all questions and concerns
Providence Patient
This appointment could not have gone any better. This was my first appointment with Dr. Tam. It took quite a while before an appointment was available. I was nervous and Dr. Tam and her staff made me feel comfortable. They listened to my concerns and treated them with respect, I never felt they were dismissive. The doctor explored my symptoms, explained the tests and the possible outcomes and what, if any, treatment would be. Dr. Tam is what I would like to find in every physician I visit; caring, a good listener, patient and explanatory.
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Good Experience
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Dr tam was very knowledgeable and communicative and easy to talk to
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I feel very confident in Dr Tam and appreciate her candidness.
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Dr. Tam is an outstanding provider.
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One of the best appointments I've ever had. Dr. Tam was prepared, knowledgeable, compassionate, patient, and generous.
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AOK
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I always have a good experience with this provider and staff. Thank you!
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This health care team is very professional and competent and efficient.
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Have had very good experience.
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Dr Tam is very professional, listens very well, explains things succinctly.
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Dr Tam is awesome.
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All was great!!
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Dr. Tam was concerned enough about my problem that she offered to see me during her lunch hour.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is outstanding. She obviously was aware of my medical issues and recommended and provided a prescription to treat an overlooked issue.
Providence Patient
I chose Dr. Tam because of her knowledge base specific to my issues. Little did I know at the time she was as personable and such an respectfully engaged listener. Above all, with my experience with numerous cardiologists, Dr Tam is by far the least arrogant and most capable. By listening respectfully, she is able to ask pertinent follow up questions and not make assumptions based on statistical studies alone...but specific to my unique situation. I feel very fortunate that Dr. Tam agreed to include me in her patient roster.
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Dr.Tam was very thorough. I answered multiple questions as well as asked a lot of questions. She was very approachable and genuinely interested in my health.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam was prepared, informed, responsive and a great listener. This is why I asked her to be my cardiologist.
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Dr Tam and her STAFF are terrific
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The records department was excellent at getting my records to Dr. Tam. The person who set the appointment did not really give me correct information on getting records to Dr. Tam in time for my appointment or recommend that I talk to the records department about it. As a result it without the help of the records department (which I decided to check in with on my own) Dr. Tam would not have seen the angiogram that was essential to reviewing my case. They went above and beyond. The person that checked me in was also amazing as was Dr. Tam. She was kind and forthright in explaining what she believed had caused my heart attack. She answered all my questions and spoke in language that was easy to understand. She is so thorough and knowledgable and I was extremely impressed with her. I would recommend her to any friend that is having heart issues. She saw things that other cardiologists did not.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is an outstanding doctor with a good understanding of of her patients, as well as an and excellent "bedside manner".
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She was wonderful my sister goes to her and she recommended her
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Dr Tam is very thorough and an amazingly good listener. She is an awesome provider who shows true compassion and knowledge.
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Very attentive to my questions and concerns, and very thorough and helpful answers.
Providence Patient
She is gracious and reassuring. Answers questions very well. Takes the time needed to examine and question me. I annoy imagine a better cardiologist.
Providence Patient
I trust her with my life.
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Always excellent care.
Providence Patient
Dr Tam went above and beyond in insuring me and my surgeon had up to date info on the risks of my surgery
Providence Patient
Dr. Tan is an excellent physician. She always sends me messages regarding tests or concerns and immediately answers mine. I am very very grateful to have her as my heart doctor. I am in very very good hands. She's smart, kind, and listens.
Providence Patient
Lori Tam is the best!
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Excellent care as usual. I won't go anywhere else!
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I was thoroughly impressed with Dr Tam, her knowledge, professionalism, and recommendations for my situation.
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This was my first spot with Dr Tam and I am thrilled to have her expertise and guidance.
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Wonderful doctors
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Dr. Tam is the best. Not much more I can say except she's smart and thorough and on top of that, very caring!
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Kind, courteous, on time
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She's fantastic. She listened and explained and put my mind to rest.
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She was great
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Dr. Lori Tam is the best cardiologist.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is an excellent cardiac provider. She always explains what is happening and what is going to happen. Dr. Tam is one of the best cardiac doctors I've had
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Great listener - great doctor
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I enjoy my Visit's with Doctor Lori Tam , she is well knoledged and pleasent to work with. Her staff is well informed and trained as well. Thank you
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Very good
Providence Patient
Dr Tam is excellent>However, getting to talk to her or make an appointment in a timely manner is a problem. You communications tree is long and cumbersome and nearly impossible to use.
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Lori Tam is fabulous
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Just saw doctor for the first time. Looking forward to working with her on my heart issues!
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam has been cardiologist for both my husband and myself for many years. She explains things very well, is thorough, knowledgeable, and pleasant. I left feeling more relieved of my health issues after she explained the issues I was having.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam has a very caring spirit, which makes her want to do her best. I feel confident that she is very good at her profession,My daughter was at the appointment with me and she was very impressed with Dr, Tam also.
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Lori Tam is the best! She is one of two specialists that I would highly recommend!
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Always a good experience
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Dr Tam is a fantastic cardiologist
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I feel very confident that I am "in very good hands" under Dr Tam's care. She monitors my health conditions very closely. She has an impressive background and education. She's a good listener and very knowledgeable about what ails me--and how to manage it. I trust her absolutely and totally.
Providence Patient
Dr Tam was very good in listening to my needs and giving great advice and explained things in a way to completely understand and in no way rushed the appointment. Would recommend her 100% to anyone needing a cardiologist.
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Dr. Tam is Excellent!
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Super knowledgeable, very sweet, very good listener.
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Easy scheduling and professional, informed physician. Worked for me.
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Providence and Dr. Tam provide excellent care. Thank you.
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Lori Tam is the best!
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Dr Tam is great
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Caring, courteous, professional and very knowledgeable.
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Always good with Lori Tam, I trust her very much.
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Dr. Tam is an outstanding doctor. She's compassionate good listener provides excellent health care to me. I'm very comfortable with her. I trust her and Providence very lucky to have her work for them
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Dr. Tam is always kind and thoughtful. She is very thorough with her visit and allows time to ask questions.
Providence Patient
Very good experience.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam was thorough, communicated in an easy to understand manner and I felt listened to. She ordered tests and then followed up with me with the results. Gave care plans and referral to other services as needed.
Providence Patient
I'm very happy that Dr Tam is going to figure out what is causing my heart issue.
Providence Patient
All my experiences with Dr. Tam have been very good. I feel she is taking good care of me with all the various issues I have.
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Dr Tam is wonderful
Providence Patient
It is a pleasure to have Dr. Lori Tam as my cardiologist. She and her team have taken excellent care of me. My wife and I have recently moved here from the east coast, we are very happy with the quality and attention we have both received here at Providence St Vincent.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is a wonderful doctor. I feel fortunate to have her as my cardiologist.
Providence Patient
Dr Tam is an excellent provider. She is knowledgeable, kind, respectful and communicates in an easy to understand way. She has consulted with other providers about my case and has read through my records to understand my condition and prior history. I am very happy to have Dr Tam as my cardiologist.
Providence Patient
Dr Lori Tam is always pleasant, up to date on my health condition and proactive in treating my health.
Providence Patient
My provider was very well informed and very efficient. I felt that she was well versed in her specialty and that I was receiving excellent care.
Providence Patient
In addition to addressing my medical concerns, she went out of her way to get me access to Providence Grand Rounds (I am a retired physician). This was very kind on her part and very much appreciated.
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Very strong communication
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Dr. Tam is good about explaining things and talks about the alternatives to health challenges
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Excellent care from Dr Tam , I actually drive 35 minutes to see her.
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Dr Tam listens and addresses all of my concerns
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Dr. Tam, her medical assistant and her receptionists are all very attentive, respectful and helpful. Dr. Tam listens carefully to me during my annual visits with her. I appreciate that she considers my point of view when addressing my healthcare needs. She is an excellent physician.
Providence Patient
My insurance used to cover Dr. Tam visits in the state of Washington. They stopped coverage when she moved to Oregon. I went anyway. She is a good physician. Insurance does not have to be this way.
Providence Patient
Experience with this provider was totally good. She is well informed, is whip- smart, Cordial and immediately likable, and I was very, very impressed with her.This comment will make the first few questions make more sense to the reviewer. This was my first visit to this provider, and I became her patient out of it.
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Dr Tam is an excellent provider. Highly recommend her.
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I was very impressed with Dr. Tam. She was well prepared with my records, listened well and explained things clearly.
Providence Patient
Always informative.. Always makes me feel comfortableI love dr Tam
Providence Patient
Dr. Tan is a kind, compassionate, highly knowledgeable doctor. I am fortunate to have her as my cardiologist.
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Dr Tam is just an outstanding Doctor.
Providence Patient
Dr Tam is an excellent provider. She spent a long time explaining my condition, the plan to treat me and expected outcome. She allowed time for my questions and gave me a thorough exam. She had all of my many test results and it was clear she had reviewed them all and was prepared for our my appointment. I am extremely pleased and thankful to have Dr. Tam as my cardiologist .
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It is always a pleasure to visit with Dr. Tamm and her staff is always respectful and helpful.
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Always a good experience
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My experience of my visit with Dr. Tam and her staff was excellent.
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Doc is heart. I needed 2nd opinion. Dr tam is now my doc. She explained everything answered questions from my son and me. Gave us typed information of our over one hour time. It helped me to read info and make decisions. She is very very helpful. Do appreciate this doc.
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Appreciate Dr Tam: her expertise and factual manner
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Dr. Tam is the best provider one could ask for. Kind, responsive, thorough, knowledgeable. I couldn't ask for a better cardiologist and feel very fortunate to have her on my team.
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The best
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Dr Tam always makes me feel as though she really cares about me.
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I'm a new patient of Dr. Tam. Was very pleased with her knowledge and attention.
Providence Patient
Dr. Tam is a superior heart doctor. Compared to my primary doctor, Dr. Tam fully researched, reviewed my medical history to see what might have changed since the last time I saw her. She listened closely to my concerns, one by one, developed a plan and explained everything to me (what her concerns were and why she was making referrals for tests etc.) I had concerns that were not directly related to my original concern but felt it might be connected to my heart. She listened, asked questions and talked about some possibility issues that might be causing the problems. She made referrals to tests to ensure the issues were not related to the heart. She if very empathic and compassionate.
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All my visits have been positive, excellent care
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Dr Tam is a very confident, knowledgeable provider, very thorough, very understandable and wants to be sure you are comfortable before leaving her office
Providence Patient
Dr Tam is outstanding and I know and believe I'm still here because of her knowledge and explaining everything she is the BEST would recommend her to anyone
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Very responsive to my concerns and made helped ease my mind
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Exceptionally good experience. Absolutely superb in every respect.
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Wonderful Care
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Dr. Tam is a very caring and compassionate doctor.
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This was first visit with DrTam. She was prepared with my history, very informative about cardiac concerns, answered all questions in clear and logical manner. Seemed focused on quality care and follow up. I appreciate mds that are willing to engage on medical info details and status to facilitate my understanding and decision making.
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Dr. Tam is a stellar medical profession. If all health care providers were as knowledgeable, competent, friendly, and nice
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Always great care received
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Dr Tam is one of the best specialists I have had treat me.
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All good. I came out smiling and recommended the doctor to a friend right away. Dr is professional, knowledgeable, personable, and made me feel like she really cared about my health.
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Dr. Tam prepares, listens, gives good advice and personal. I would like to nominate her the best doctor in Oregon in 2022 or 2023.
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Every thing was fine
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Dr. Tam is absolutely the best doctor I've encountered. She takes care of all my needs and addresses my concerns. Her bedside manner is truthful, compassionate and understanding. She is outstanding.
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Exceeded expectations. Very thorough
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Dr Tam is the best, personable, knowledgeable, attentive and caring
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