Dr. Chaim Vanek, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism ·
Male ·
Age 46
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Dr. Chaim Vanek, MD is an endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism specialist in Portland, OR and has been practicing for 12 years. He graduated from Oregon Health and Science University School Of Medicine in 1999 and specializes in endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism.
Schnitzer Diabetes/Health Ctr
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd # 140
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 494-3273
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Cigna
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Kaiser Permanente
- MultiPlan
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Osteoporosis
very high
more than 99% of peers
Hypopituitarism
very high
more than 99% of peers
Growth Hormone Deficiency
very high
more than 98% of peers
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1 Specialties
- Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
2 Board Certifications
- Diabetes, Metabolism & EndocrinologyAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
- Internal MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
57 Conditions Treated
- Adrenal Gland Diseases
- Adrenal Incidentaloma
- Adrenal Insufficiency
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Cancer
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
- Craniopharyngioma
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Diabetes Insipidus
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Female Infertility
- Goiter
- Graves' Disease
- Growth Hormone Deficiency
- Gynecomastia
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Hyperaldosteronism
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypoparathyroidism
- Hypopituitarism
- Hyposmolality and Hyponatremia
- Hypothyroidism
- Kidney Disease
- Lipid Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Obesity
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Overweight
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Retina Diseases
- Rickets
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Cyst
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroiditis
- Turner Syndrome
- Vitamin D Deficiency
Less
1 Procedures
- Diabetes Counseling
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Oregon.
0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Oregon Health and Science University School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1999
- University Of Maryland School MedicineResidency Hospital | Completed 2002
- University Of Oregon/Health Sciences University, PortlandFellowship Hospital | Completed 2006
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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Dr. Vanek was professional and compassionate. He thoroughly went through all of my records and then asked about what I have researched and what other doctors have told me. He listens!! It was a great experience. I've seen many doctors who I felt didn't listen so today's visit was a breath of fresh...Read More
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R.F – Jul 12, 2018
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He didn’t even read my intake sheet. Was condescending and dismissive after waiting 3 months to get an appointment. I would never recommend him
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3Mar 15, 2018
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This MD is remarkably ignorant about hypothyroidism causes & treatments. Without looking for evidence to prove his position, he's insisted for five years that I have Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. Never mind that he's never tested my autoantibodies to seek proof that this is the correct diagnosis for...Read More
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21Beaverton, OR – Jan 16, 2018
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I had a terrible time getting on medication for hypothyroidism.
Dr. Vanek knew right away what my difficulties were and prescribed the right medication for me.
And if you need to ask questions later, he always responds quickly through ohsu messages.
I will always be grateful for his help.
I highly...Read More
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2Elizabeth Jennings – Oct 18, 2017
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The best doctor i have been to. He contacts patients and replies emails bery quickly and provides sufficient information!
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2S.Q in Portland, OR – Aug 09, 2017
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