Dr. Chaim Vanek, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism ·

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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

Contact Information

(503) 494-3273

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No malpractice claims found for Oregon

No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data

No board actions found for the years we collect data

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Dr. Vanek's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Osteoporosis

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Vanek treats Osteoporosis more than 100% of his peers

Dr. Vanek treats this condition more than 100% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

Deficiency-Induced Osteoporosis
Disuse Osteoporosis
Drug-Induced Osteoporosis
Hyperthyroid Osteoporosis
Idiopathic Osteoporosis
Juvenile Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis Related to Cancer
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
Pregnancy-Associated Osteoporosis
Primary Osteoporosis
Secondary Osteoporosis
Senile Osteoporosis
Transient Osteoporosis of Hip

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Female Infertility

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Vanek treats Female Infertility more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Vanek treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

Bone Disorders

very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Vanek treats Bone Disorders more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Vanek treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Vanek's conditions and procedures:

Abnormal Thyroid

Acromegaly and Gigantism

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 Counseling

Diabetes Insipidus

Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary

Diabetes Type 1

Diabetes Type 2

Diabetes With Renal Manifestations

Diabetic Ketoacidosis

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)

Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia

Obesity

Osteopenia

Osteoporosis

Overweight

Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Retina Diseases

Rickets

Symptomatic Menopause

Testicular Dysfunction

Thyroid Cancer

Thyroid Cyst

Thyroid Disease

Thyroiditis

Turner Syndrome

Vitamin D Deficiency

About Me

Biography

Specialties

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Board Certifications

Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine

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Education

2006

University Of Oregon/Health Sciences University, Portland

Fellowship Hospital

2002

University Of Maryland School Medicine

Residency Hospital

1999

Oregon Health and Science University School Of Medicine

Medical School

2006

2002

1999

Awards

Healthgrades Honor Roll

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Dr. Vanek's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vanek

4.2

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1 Star	20%	(4)

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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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Mar 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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Beaverton, 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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Elizabeth Jennings – Oct 18, 2017

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