Patricia L Norris, MD

Really pleased with my most recent visit to Dr. Norris. Her assistant was helpful and informative. Dr. Norris was able to identify and freeze a potentially pre-​cancerous spot on my face, was happy to answer my embarrassingly long list of random questions, and didn’t try to push any service or product on me. For example, only her assistant mentioned her sunscreen powder and only when I asked, and there were a few things Dr. Norris said I didn’t really need to bother taking care of unless they came back or got worse.

I have gone to see Dr. Norris a few times, the first time for a cortisone shot in a keloid that I had on a piercing a few years back. That visit wasn’t very pleasant. I just felt rushed and sort of talked down to, because I was young, but when my mom was talking to her she was completely fine. I went back, hesitantly, yesterday and have to say I left extremely pleased. My visit was very short and sweet, which I loved! Dr. Norris and her assistant I believe it was — who introduced himself as Jay — were awesome. They both talked to me like the adult that I am and made me feel comfortable as well as engaged in the conversation. I got a lot of information from the both of them and walked away feeling positive about my treatment and wanting to return to try out Dr. Norris’ new skin care line!

Best dermatologist in Portland. Very knowledgeable and helpful. I recommend her to everyone. It is nice to go to a dermatologist whose focus is about the patient. She described things to me in terms that were understandable and had a scientific expatiation for all of her recommendations. She is there to help and not to make things more complicated.

I’ve been to Dr. Norris’ office many times and had nothing but flawless experiences. Not only has her staff been incredibly friendly and accommodating but they have provided some of the best medical care that I have ever received.
Dr. Norris is one of the brightest and most caring dermatologists on the west coast let alone in Oregon. Her lengthy list of patients only demonstrates the quality of her services and her commitment to helping.
I highly recommend Dr. Norris to anyone in need of skincare. She truly is the best!

I have given Patricia Norris numerous chances and have come up disappointed every time. Now that I have found another dermatologist, turns out that Norris has mis-​diagnosed my condition and had been trying several mistreatments. In the half a dozen times I have seen her, she has been rude, condescending and impatient. I would definitely NOT recommend her.

If you’re looking for a dermatologist, I’d recommend going elsewhere. Dr. Renee Chang at Portland Dermatology is leaps and bounds above when it comes to professionalism. My experience trying to get an appointment with Dr. Norris was the most difficult and time-​consuming I’ve ever experienced (over three weeks total). After following their instructions to the tee for what was required (referral, chart notes, etc.), I called to schedule and was told they’d call me «right back». One week later I still hadn’t heard from them so I called again. I was told that my referral had been denied because Dr. Norris doesn’t believe she can help me and that my primary care physician’s care would suffice. This completely baffles me. Putting aside their lack of common courtesy regarding calling me back, how can she determine that she’s unable to treat me without seeing me first? My PCP is not a specialist in this field and I have questions that I already know she doesn’t have answers to, hence the referral to Dr. Norris. Once my insurance-​switch is complete, I will be returning to Dr. Chang, who I know will not turn me away, will listen to my concerns, and treat me with the respect all patients request from their doctors.