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Lara E. Davis, M.D.

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  • Associate Professor of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology, School of Medicine

Expertise

  • Cancer

Special focus

  • Adolescent and Young Adult Oncology
  • Medical Oncology and Hematology
  • Sarcoma

Locations and contact

I see patients at

About me

Dr. Davis specializes in caring for patients with sarcomas. She treats patients of all ages and has completed advanced training in both adult and pediatric oncology.  Dr. Davis is well-versed in the standard of care treatments for sarcoma and also has experience with clinical trials.  Her interest in sarcoma extends from the clinic and into the research lab.  In her spare time, Dr. Davis enjoys spending time with her husband and her son.  She also enjoys gardening, visiting local vineyards and going to the world-class restaurants that Portland offers.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 2005, Oregon Health & Science University
  • Residency

    • Harvard - combined internal medicine-pediatrics residency program, 2005-2009
  • Fellowship

    • Medical oncology and pediatric hematology/oncology, Oregon Health & Science University, 2009-2013
  • Certifications

    • American Board of Internal Medicine, 2009

Memberships and associations:

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • Children’s Oncology Group
  • Connective Tissue Oncology Society
  • Sarcoma Alliance for Research through Collaboration (SARC)
  • SWOG Cancer Research Network
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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.8 out of 5 (85 Ratings, 42 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized NRC patient surveys.

  1. Dr. Davis explained things clearly and completely, answered all my questions, and made me feel I was in the best place, getting the best care possible.

  2. They were very knowledgeable on the cancer that I had and answered all the questions we had

  3. Timely, friendly, thorough

  4. Good meeting, answered all my questions, was informative. I look forward to working with her

  5. Dr Davis always listens to my concerns and helps me navigate this not so fun life changing disease. I appreciate her honesty and I feel like she is open and accepting of my honesty in return.

  6. She is great! She's knowledgeable, kind when I am nervous, and listens to me. 10 out of 10

  7. Cheerful and upbeat, flexible in allowing me to have a say in my scheduled treatments and knowledgeable about my disease.

  8. Dr. Davis shows a great deal of understanding of my particular situation and is willing to provide a detailed discussion of diagnoses derived from recent tests. Her sense of humor is very much appreciated.

  9. Excellent appointment. She answered all my questions.

  10. Dr. Davis was well prepared for our visit. She offered some good advice. She listen carefully to my concerns. She made sure that I understood everything that I was being told.

  11. Excellent! I feel seen and heard and cared for

  12. He let me know my medical condition and treatment to follow, and he answered my questions satisfactorily.

  13. Laura is personable and professional and knows her business. She is not discombobulated by being interrupted, accommodating the flow of questions and comments from the patient with alacrity. The Clinic is lucky to have her.

  14. Kind and approachable

  15. Dr Davis was very kind, knowledgeable and encouraging during my appointment.

  16. I was very happy with Dr. Davis. Keep going.

  17. She is very kind and easy to talk to.She explains things in a easy to understand way, she also listens to your concerns.

  18. I always feel comfortable discussing any medical issues that i may have with Dr. Davis she is very attentive to my needs, and her professionalism is outstanding along with her whole staff. I love them all and would recommend them to anyone who needs outstanding and caring medical care.

  19. I had a Zoom appointment with Dr. Davis, but that never went through and I don't know what was the problem, but we did communicate through telephone and I got all my information that I wanted from her. So that meeting was not to no avail.

  20. Yes, I think Laura Davis is an extremely capable and intelligent provider. I appreciate everything she's done for me to this point.

  21. Very brilliant and keeps me alive

  22. Dr Davis was very knowledgeable and familiar with my illness. She came prepared and provided some very good suggestions.

  23. I appreciate the professionalism, the empathetic care, and when I am told that they will do something...I can count on it. Dr. Davis has been very helpful in my care.

  24. Dr. Davis has been wonderful throughout my visits and experiences there. She is professional, courteous, and very friendly.

  25. Dr. Davis was focused on providing care and information to me about my situation and my options.

  26. I feel that this provider has taken really good care of me. She orders tests, has explained just one medication that I need to take, and I feel like she and her team along with all the others have been amazingly... just amazingly attentive. I am really glad. I wasn't sure I really wanted an oncologist, but I'm really glad I got her. Anywhere yes, I am very pleased with her and feel that I can call or talk to one of her sidekicks any time I need to.

  27. She reviewed my chart prior to our meeting and provided me with well informed options for my treatment plan. Both she and her assistant were kind, caring, and listened to my concerns and quedtions.

  28. Dr Davis was personable and extremely informative. She clearly knows her discipline (sarcomas), and I left our appointment feeling confident that I was getting the best care possible.

  29. As usual, it was a good experience across the board. What was most incredible was witnessing interactions between OHSU staff and other patients. There was NOTHING that even hinted poorly on OHSU. Across the board; staff empathy and personalization of service stood out. It was most excellent.

  30. PA and Nurse were both kind, courteous and professional. I was made to feel comfortable before and after the procedure. This was a good "team" who worked well together and truly cared about the patient experience.

  31. Very informative.

  32. Dr Davis is very kind and encouraging. She brings and up beat happy attitude into the room.

  33. I've been seeing Laura Davis for about 2 years. She's always been extremely professional and at the same time very personable. I trust her with my life. She has always been on top of the latest treatment for sarcoma.

  34. She cared for the patient and gave the best advice due to the critical time.

  35. Very pleasant and professional with timely information about my current and future health plans.

  36. Always extremely helpful, friendly and forthcoming with truths. Pays close attention to my concerns and questions.