Dr. Spencer Shao, MD

Medical OncologyMaleAge 58

Medical Oncology

Dr. Spencer Shao, MD is a medical oncology specialist in Portland, OR and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from DUKE UNIVERSITY in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center and Columbia Memorial Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Spencer Shao, MD

Compass Oncology - Rose Quarter

265 N BROADWAY Portland, OR 97227
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available

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(503) 280-1223
Telehealth services available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shao is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center Portland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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No malpractice claims found for Oregon
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Dr. Shao's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Secondary Malignancies
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Dr. Shao treats Secondary Malignancies more than 81% of his peers

Dr. Shao treats this condition more than 81% of his peers

Skin Screenings
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Dr. Shao performs Skin Screenings more than 70% of his peers

Dr. Shao performs this procedure more than 70% of his peers

Colorectal Cancer
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Dr. Shao treats Colorectal Cancer more than 63% of his peers

Dr. Shao treats this condition more than 63% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Distal Colorectal Cancer
  • Familial Colorectal Cancer
  • Hamartomatous Colorectal Cancer
  • MSI-H Colorectal Cancer
  • MSI-L Colorectal Cancer
  • MSS Colorectal Cancer
  • Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer, Familial
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Sporadic Colorectal Cancer
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Dr. Shao's conditions and procedures:

  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Skin Screenings
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Abnormal Thyroid
  • Acidosis
  • Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
  • Acute Leukemia
  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Acute Pharyngitis
  • Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
  • Adrenal Gland Cancer
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Anal and Rectal Cancer
  • Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
  • Anemia
  • Astrocytoma
  • Biliary Tract Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Cancer
  • Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
  • Brain Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Burkitt's Lymphoma
  • Cancer
  • Carcinoma in Situ
  • Central Nervous System Lymphoma
  • Cholangiocarcinoma
  • Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
  • Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
  • ENT Cancer
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Fallopian Tube Cancer
  • Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
  • Gallbladder Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors
  • Genitourinary Cancers
  • Graft vs Host Disease
  • Gynecologic Cancer
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Hodgkin's Disease
  • Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Lambert-Eaton Syndrome
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Leukocytosis
  • Liver Cancer
  • Lobular Carcinoma
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lymphocytosis
  • Lymphoma
  • Lymphoma, Large-Cell
  • Lymphosarcoma
  • Male Breast Cancer
  • Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
  • Mantle Cell Lymphoma
  • Mediastinal Tumors
  • Medulloblastoma
  • Melanoma
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors
  • Neutropenia
  • Nodular Lymphoma
  • Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Oral Cancer
  • Osteosarcoma
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Pancytopenia
  • Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria
  • Peripheral T-Cell Lymphoma
  • Peritoneal Cancer
  • Pleural Cancer
  • Polycythemia Rubra Vera
  • Primary Hypercoagulable State
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Reticulosarcoma
  • Salivary Gland Cancer
  • Schwannoma
  • Sickle Cell Disease
  • Skin Cancer
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
  • Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
  • Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
  • Thrombocytosis
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Tongue Cancer
  • Tonsil Cancer
  • Vaginal Cancer
  • Vulvar Cancer
  • Advance Directive End of Life Planning
  • Diabetes Counseling

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Dr. Shao's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shao

4.6

Based on 54 ratings

5 Star
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4 Star
7%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Trustworthy and caring
I always appreciate Dr. Shao's candid manner, which helps me to not only cope but do well after four years of living with "an incurable cancer."
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Maribeth Graybill – Apr 04, 2023
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This visit was the first time I was seen by a Physician Assistant, and I really liked her. Dr Shao has been my oncology physician for about 12 years now. Sometimes P.A.s seem to have a little more time to answer questions, my spouse and I really liked that.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Apr 01, 2023
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Excellent oncology care at this facility!
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Larry – Mar 31, 2023
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Compass Oncology
Do Shao has been great! Instills confidence from Day 1. Great staff as well!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kenneth D Perry – Mar 31, 2023
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Of Course I Recommend Him, He's My Oncologist
I see Dr. Shao every 3 weeks before chemotherapy for my colorectal cancer. My sense is that his care is data-driven and science-based and find him to be receptive to my inquiries. I had his initial treatment plan reviewed by OHSU, which endorsed it. And he has a great nurse, Jill.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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John Kelly – Sep 23, 2022
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Review of my medical oncologist
Dr, Shao is very thorough and attentive. He noticed that I'd not had a chest X-ray in some time, so he ordered a CT of my chest. That wasn't at the core of his remit, but speaks to a general concern for the well being of his patients,
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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Joel Brown – Aug 11, 2022
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definitely
knowing and good
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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John F. Johnson – Jul 01, 2022
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Highly likely
He was very considerate, no fluff, to the point, very straight forward. He told us exactly what he thought, no sugarcoating which is what we needed. And as soon as I was doing better, he told we can go live our life in peace. Which is what we are doing. ??
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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PREETI YADAV KRONAJ – Jun 30, 2022
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felt vary comfortable and happy with his answering my questions
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 30, 2022
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Prompt and communicates effectively
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Kweit – Jun 01, 2022
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Dr. Shoa is a fine Dr. No nonsense, straight to the point. And, most efficient.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ronnie Manus – Apr 13, 2022
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He is very knowledgeable and I strongly feel that he has my best interest when making health decisions. I am very comfortable with his recommendations and he is personable. He doesn't put on airs because he is a doctor which is refreshing. He is simply the best.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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LORENE NOWLING – Nov 13, 2021
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Yes. Dr. Shao is thorough, very communicative and helpful. He is always ready to help and encourage us. Very grateful for Dr. Shao.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ann W. Cavanaugh – Sep 22, 2021
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Visit went smoothly, Dr Shao answered all my questions and provided good suggestions and guidance to manage my condition.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kay McIntosh-Moritz – Aug 09, 2021
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These folks are incompetent. They have destroyed all of my veins in both arms. They usually miss. Incompetent morons. Do NOT visit these clowns. They claim to be Oncologists, but I have gotten better service at a Blood Bank. Go elsewhere. These morons just want you money... Well, you insurance money. They figure that you are gonna die soon anyway... Just grab the cash while it is available.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Dr. Shao has been absolutely wonderful to work with!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 07, 2021
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No. I will never recommend this Dr to anyone I know. I do not trust what he has to say and I was very unhappy after my visit. If I had to give this doctor a star rating it would be a minus 10
What went well
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What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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I have been very satisfied with Dr. Shao's knowledge and treatment of my liver cancer. Would highly recommend to any cancer patients wanting knowledgeable and expert care.
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Patrick N. Jannsen – Jun 30, 2021
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I have reached 90 years of age due to the great care I have received. Think that says it all.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Crislip – Jun 03, 2021
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Dr. Spencer Shao has been my hematologist since 2003. My journey has been up and down and Dr. Shao has always kept me informed of new treatments for which have been approved over the years. He is kind, respectful, honest (good or bad), and takes the time that I need. I would highly recommend his service.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Freda W – May 04, 2021
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Care Philosophy

Dr. Shao is a medical oncologist with subspecialtyexpertise in gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and headand neck cancers. He credits two exceptional womenas...Read more

Biography

Dr. Shao is a medical oncologist with subspecialty expertise in gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and head and neck cancers. He credits two exceptional...Read more

Specialties

  • Medical Oncology

Board Certifications

Education

1995
Duke University Hospital
Residency Hospital
1995
University of California, San Diego
Fellowship Hospital
1993
Duke University Hospital
Internship Hospital
1992
DUKE UNIVERSITY
Medical School

Languages

  • English
  • Chinese

Awards

Frequently Asked Questions

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What conditions does Dr. Spencer Shao, MD treat?

Dr. Spencer Shao, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Secondary Malignancies, Colorectal Cancer, and Ductal Carcinoma in Situ. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Spencer Shao, MD's office address?

Dr. Shao's office is located at 265 N BROADWAY, Portland, OR 97227. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

What languages is Dr. Spencer Shao, MD fluent in?

Dr. Spencer Shao, MD is able to speak English and Chinese. View profile to see all.

Is Dr. Spencer Shao, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Spencer Shao, MD provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Spencer Shao, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Spencer Shao, MD is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center and Columbia Memorial Hospital.

How much experience does Dr. Spencer Shao, MD have?

Dr. Spencer Shao, MD has over 30 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Spencer Shao, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.6/5 for Dr. Spencer Shao, MD. Patients say that the appointment wasn't rushed and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Compass Oncology - Rose Quarter

Compass Oncology Rose Quarter265 N BROADWAY Portland, OR 97227
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Shao is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

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Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center

Portland, OR

79% Patients that would definitely recommend, 9% higher than the national average

3 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

Columbia Memorial Hospital

Astoria, OR

72% Patients that would definitely recommend, 2% higher than the national average

1 Award Received