Shahana F. Baig-Lewis, MD
Portland, OR 97225
Providence Primary Care - St. Vincent
9205 Southwest Barnes Road, Suite MT-2800, Portland, OR 97225
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About Shahana F. Baig-Lewis
For Shahana Baig-Lewis, MD, MPH, her decision to become a physician stemmed from a strong interest in science, healing, and the discovery and desire to pursue a career of service. “Among my earliest childhood memories are those of days spent at my uncle’s free clinic in Karachi, Pakistan,” Dr. Baig-Lewis says. “These glimpses into my uncle’s life made me realize the importance of medicine and the profound impact it has on the day-to-day lives of human beings.” She chose to specialize in internal medicine because the field requires a board knowledge base, careful attention to detail, a team-based approach, and an emphasis on the patient. “As my mentors said, ‘if you ask the right questions and listen, the patient will lead you to the diagnosis.’”
In her practice, Dr. Baig-Lewis emphasizes relationship building and effective communication. She considers her most important role as a provider to be a patient advocate, health coach, and master diagnostician. She makes health recommendations based on the best available evidence and shared decision making. Her other interests include scholarship, teaching, and leadership.
Dr. Baig-Lewis earned her medical degree from Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) and a master’s of public health in health administration and policy from Portland State University. She completed an internship and residency program through OHSU’s Department of Internal Medicine, where she was chief resident.
Although she was born in California, Dr. Baig-Lewis was raised in Karachi, Pakistan, until the age of 16. She is married to a Portland-area plastic surgeon and they have two children. Her hobbies include distance running (marathons and half marathons), hiking, traveling, cooking, and trying new cuisines, as well as reading and binge-watching British competitions such as the “Great British Baking Show.” She is fluent in English and Urdu.
Oregon Health and Sciences Hospital:
2016
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
2019
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
2020
Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
2017
- American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine
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I'm very happy having Dr Baig-Lewis as my doctor. She always listens to me.
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All issues concerning my health were addressed.. I am very grateful for the attention given to my issues.
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Dr. Baig-Lewis continues to be the finest physician I could hope to have as my primary care provider. Her knowledge, kindness and professionalism is deeply appreciated. I feel fortunate that I'm her patient!
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No one is perfect. Sometimes signs or symptoms are missed but overall I enjoy my visits with Dr Baig-Lewis. She listens and takes as long as it takes to assure that I feel heard and I feel I'm in good hands. We communicate well on My Chart when I have a question that doesn't require an in office visit and get a reply right away. I also love having a woman physician.
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Dr Shahana Baig-Lewis is an excellent practitioner. She is knowledgeable, thorough, and patient. I feel very lucky to have her as my doctor for many years now.
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Dr Baig-Lewis is an excellent provider who listens to her patients and treats them with respect and dignity.
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