Dr. Sara Spettel, M.D. is a board-certified urologist her special interests include both female and male voiding dysfunction, kidney stones, urologic cancers and erectile dysfunction. Dr. Spettel graduated from the Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her urology residency at Albany Medical College and joined Northwest Urology soon thereafter.
Dr. Sara Spettel, M.D. is a board-certified urologist her special interests include both female and male voiding dysfunction, kidney stones, urologic cancers and erectile dysfunction. Dr. Spettel graduated from the Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her urology residency at Albany Medical College and joined Northwest Urology soon thereafter.
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I waited 40 mins in the exam room for a 15 min appt ( 0830 appt) Dr Spettle was unapologetic and dismissive when I questioned why. She walked out after telling me to find a new provider. As a cancer patient I am well acquainted with wait times and have never been a problem patient so this attitude shocked and disappointed me. I only hope she has more compassion and respect for patients in her care.
Feb-2025
Listened to my issues and was very clear on care plan. Direct and personable.
Jan-2025
Good information and look forward to her idea of treatment
Jan-2025
The visit was quick, but informative. Thanks for the help!
Jan-2025
After the examination, she clearly communicated a treatment plan
Jan-2025
Knowledgeable, down to earth, always enjoy the visit.
Jan-2025
Listened well, provided clear, concise explanations. Really appreciated her no nonsense approach.
Jan-2025
Very friendly, upbeat, cheerful.
Jan-2025
I would have appreciated a bit more time but overall was fine. She was laid back.
Jan-2025
Many thanks for taking such good care of me. I appreciate you very much.
Jan-2025
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SW Portland / St. Vincent Hospital
9135 SW Barnes Rd Suite 663 Portland, OR 97225
Dr. Sara Spettel, M.D. is a board-certified urologist who cares for a broad range of adult urological concerns. Her special interests include both female and male voiding dysfunction, kidney stones, urologic cancers and erectile dysfunction. She has been published nationally on several topics including urinary incontinence, videourodynamic testing, kidney stones, and markers for bladder cancer.
Originally from Oregon, Dr. Spettel attended Barnard College in New York for undergraduate studies and graduated from the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She completed her urology residency at Albany Medical College in New York and joined Northwest Urology soon thereafter. She has a special interest in the history of medicine, and won the 2010 Earl Nation Urologic History Award from the American Urologic Association for her research.
She finds a patient-centered approach to medical care is ultimately most satisfying for everyone, as well as the most successful. “The correct diagnosis and best plan of care aren’t helpful unless the patient understands it,” she explains.
Dr. Spettel is excited to have returned home to Oregon to practice medicine. Outside of work, she tries to spend the majority of her time unwinding and having fun with her kids and family.
I waited 40 mins in the exam room for a 15 min appt ( 0830 appt) Dr Spettle was unapologetic and dismissive when I questioned why. She walked out after telling me to find a new provider. As a cancer patient I am well acquainted with wait times and have never been a problem patient so this attitude shocked and disappointed me. I only hope she has more compassion and respect for patients in her care.
Listened to my issues and was very clear on care plan. Direct and personable.
Good information and look forward to her idea of treatment
The visit was quick, but informative. Thanks for the help!
After the examination, she clearly communicated a treatment plan
Knowledgeable, down to earth, always enjoy the visit.
Listened well, provided clear, concise explanations. Really appreciated her no nonsense approach.
Very friendly, upbeat, cheerful.
I would have appreciated a bit more time but overall was fine. She was laid back.
Many thanks for taking such good care of me. I appreciate you very much.