Dr. Kent Grewe, MD
Neurosurgery*
40+ years of experience
Dr. Kent Grewe, MD is a neurosurgeon in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1983. He is affiliated with Legacy Emanuel Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
4 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 4 Star Rating (46 reviews)
Practice
501 N Graham St Ste 545 Portland, OR 97227Make an Appointment
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Dr. Grewe's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Grewe
4.0
46 ratings, 20 with a written review
| 5 star | 74% | 74% |
| 4 star | 2% | 2% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 star | 22% | 22% |
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Office staff extremely unhelpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
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Susan – May 03, 2022
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I have surgery with him about 10 years ago. He explained things extremely well and left the decision of procedure up to me. I chose the least invasive as opposed to a fusion and it's been perfect since.
He is very kind, and compassionate. I would go to him again in a heartbeat.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Dec 19, 2020
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Dr. Grew has performed two back surgeries on me, both with very positive results. He is very though in his assessment, explains surgery options thoroughly, and is an excellent choice for complicated spinal surgery.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
6 others found this helpful
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Patty R. Nelson – Jun 15, 2020
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I was in severe pain and Waiting for referral for neurosurgeon I received a call Friday afternoon for Dr. Grewe and was in surgery first thing on Saturday! He made me feel important ,comfortable and certain that I was going to feel so much better!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Debbie Stoltman – May 14, 2020
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Dr. Grewe is an excellent surgeon. His hands are great. We have had many decades as his patient
His current office staff , specifically Devon is the most rude , ineffective medical staff We have ever encountered. Dr. Grewe should realize that patients require something besides a few hours in the operating room. Sadly we have cancelled surgery withDr. Grewe .
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
13 others found this helpful
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Dec 04, 2019
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I wasn’t allowed a visit. I had neck surgery two years ago and moved out of the area. My previous surgeon advised me to have my surgery checked each year. I am now looking for a new surgeon. I called Dr. Grewe’s office and told the guy who answered the phone my situation. He said, “Dr. Grewe is a level one trauma surgeon and doesn’t check up on other doctors’ surgeries.” This level of arrogance is shocking. At least he saved me the aggravation and money of being brushed off by a doctor. My wife worked at a hospital in surgery for 18 years and those arrogant doctors are never as good as they think they are.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Sep 06, 2019
Dr.Grewe is not able to offer second opinions due... Read More
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Dr. Grewe is an amazing surgeon. He makes you feel that you are so important and that your well being is extremely important to him. He has a very in depth ability to express with simplicity the procedure that is needed and the expected outcome. Having had two back surgeries since February, it has been an amazing experience to have little to no pain with both surgeries. I have taken absolutely no pain medicine at all. His ability to restore your body with precision, really limits the pain. I highly recommend Dr. Grewe. Pastor Jerry Brooking-The Dalles
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Pastor Jerry Brooking – Aug 06, 2019
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I just had my first appointment with this doctor, I am truly blown away! There should be more doctors like him! he was amazing and by this I mean, he took the time to explain not only my recent MRI but all the ones I had before in detail plus I could tell he was truly genuine interested about me as a person and a patient. All I can say is, I felt as if I was the only one that matter. I would highly recommend this doctor to anybody who wants a first or second opinion from a neurosurgeon!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 others found this helpful
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Apr 10, 2019
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He is an amazing Dr. I’ve had three surgeries with him and have had success with his work. Unfortunately his assistant Loraine is the worst PA I’ve ever dealt with. Her bedside manner and compassion are non existent which is so surprising since Dr Grewe is the complete opposite. If you call with questions she acts like you are putting her out and treats you like you are dumb. She has made some comments to me that were so rude I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. It’s too bad since he is great.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 29, 2019
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As a long time patient of Dr Grewe I have the utmost confident in him but his office staff and assistant must be out to ruin him in which saddens me he as a doctor his excellent in my opinion and my experience is over 20 years old but in the last two years after Patty retired the whole value of patients has change to a financial issue verse a medical issue and a better quality of life issue in which Dr Grewe what's his patients to have it is very sad that his office staff has done this to him .
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Feb 06, 2019
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Dr. Grewe was amazing! We'd waiting a long time for a Dr. to work thoroughly through my husbands years of chronic Back Pain, cause of, and then for diagnostic, and possible solutions to a road towards recovery. My husband was worried it would be a "Jump" right to surgery approach, but was delighted to have a Dr. use his expertise, calm, this before that, thorough approach before anything possibly invasive. A gentleman, witty, on the spot and quite a joy for a professional physician! Visit him!
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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D & J Smith in OR, OR – Jun 28, 2018
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I just got off the phone from trying to make an appointment with Dr. Grewe. The receptionist was fine taking me as a new patient. When I mentioned that this was going to be a second opinion I was told that “he did not have time to do this “. I could not believe what I had just heard and had to have her repeat herself.
Anyone facing spinal surgery is in pain, scared and should seek a second opinion to make sure that this is something that can not be avoided. Unbelievable!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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May 24, 2018
Dr.Grewe is not able to offer second opinions due... Read More
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Dr. Grewe has done three fusings(2 lumbar and 1 cervical). All very successful. He takes time to thoroughly explain and answer my questions. He is very busy, but well worth the wait.
His office staff is very competent and helpful.
Dr. Grewe’s PA Lorraine needs some help with answering questions and her overall communication. She makes me feel stupid when I ask questions and like I’m bothering her.
What went well
- Office environment
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Long wait times
11 others found this helpful
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Jan 31, 2018
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Dr. Grewe is an excellent neurosurgeon and a top Legacy trauma doc. His explanations were thorough and he took time to answer all questions. He has a reputation for being conservative with regard to procedures so I trust that he won't perform surgery unless it's really needed.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Dec 23, 2017
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It was about 15 years ago..... I had a disk issue between c6/c7 in my neck... The pain was unbearable and I had lived with it for several months. A J& J rep I talked to in the hospital introduced me to Dr Grewe and I seen him that afternoon. He operated on me the next morning and saved my life.... If I had not seen Dr Grewe that day, I would have gone home and ended my life... This is my divine intervention story and he was key... I owe him everything,
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- 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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(Bill) William LeFave in Portland, OR – Nov 27, 2017
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I have had 3 surgical procedures with Kent Grewe's Father, Dr Ray Grewe as well as working with Dr Ray Grewe in the OR providing intra-operatory radiology services. I very much enjoyed working with Dr Ray and His Son Dr Kent Grewe is much the same!
He is Myself and My Family's choice for Neurosurgery.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Edward Stites in Goldendale, Wa – Oct 25, 2017
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very nice man but huge ego and very close minded if there is not a surgery option then he has no time or concern,
I was worse after surgery than prior !
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Newberg, OR – Jul 11, 2017
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Dr.Grewe is an amazing Neurosurgeon. My brother Daniel got in a Motocross accident and fractured 4 vertebrae in his lower back. Dr.Grewe operated on him for 7 hours and thanks to God and Dr.Grewe my little brother will make a full recovery.
Dr.Grewe
I'd like to say thank you from my entire family.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- 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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Oregon City, OR – May 25, 2017
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He was understanding and called me late evening to say he could fix my back after another Dr. messed me up 3 times. He was terrific after over 11 hrs in surgery. I owe him a debt of gratitude for giving me most of my life back and keeping me out of a wheel chair. I will and have recommended him to over 6 people because he also is caring and wants to make a difference in people's lives. He also is kind.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Sharon in Prineville, OR – Jan 04, 2017
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Listened carefully to my concerns and explored my own atypical theories about my complicated symptoms, and how they related to the extensive nature of my previous injury. I believe my input was valued and studied, and we quickly came to an accord on a plan of treatment. I was given accurate and timely information about what to expect in my recovery process, and how to maximize my results. My recovery has been nothing short of a miracle.
What went well
- Office environment
- 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
23 others found this helpful
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Chad in Portland, OR – Feb 13, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Grewe to family and friends is 4.0434785 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
Provides state of the art medical care for our patients in a friendly, compassionate and professional setting. You will be greeted and cared for by our extraordinarily knowledgeable, efficient, and kind staff. Our staff has special experience in...read moreNeurosurgery
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery
Neurological Spine Reconstructive Surgery
Neurological Spine Surgery
Neurological Trauma Surgery
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Neurological Spine Surgery
Pediatric Neurological Spine Surgery
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Spine Care Mgmt Grp
Fellowship Hospital, 1991Cleveland Spine And Arthritis Center
Fellowship Hospital, 1990University Of Missouri School Of Medicine
Residency Hospital, 1989Columbia Orhto Grp
Fellowship Hospital, 1989Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1984Oregon Health & Science University
Medical School, 1983Oregon State University
Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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