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Cory Donovan, MD

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Patient Rating:

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My Specialties:

Surgical Oncology, Board-certified, Fellowship Trained

My Areas of Focus:

Breast Cancer, Breast Health, Cancer, Cancer Genetics, Cancer Survivorship, Clinical Trials, Complete Women's Health, High Risk Screening, Nipple-sparing Mastectomy, Oncoplastic Surgery, Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy, Skin-sparing Mastectomy

Languages:

English

Gender:

Female

Affiliations:

Legacy Health Partners

About Me:

Dr. Donovan received her medical degree from University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis, MN and completed her General Surgery Residency at OHSU in Portland, OR. She then completed a Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA. She is board certified in General Surgery. Her special interests include helping patients navigate a new breast cancer diagnosis, monitoring high-risk patients, addressing the needs of special populations with breast cancer, and oncoplastic breast surgery. She enjoys discussing a patient’s goals before beginning any treatment and tailoring care to each person’s lifestyle. Outside of work, Dr. Donovan enjoys hiking and running slowly in the forest, cooking surprising meals on a camp stove, and spending time with her daughter.

Education:
Medical School: University of Minnesota
Training: General Surgery Residency
Certification: Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship
Year I Started Practice: 2009
Hospitals Served: Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
Publication: JAMA Surgery, Annals of Surgical Oncology

Patient Rating

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Average Rating:  5 out of 5.0
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  Oct 15, 2024
Dr. Donovan is an excellent doctor and her nursing staff and receptionist do a great job.
  Oct 11, 2024
Mis experiencias son muy felices y buenas su atencin es excelente y muy lindas personas todos yo estoy muy agradecida con su buen servicio y trato con migo muchas gracias de todo corazn
  Oct 11, 2024
Great experience! Thank you.
  Sep 27, 2024
My care team is excellent in every way possible.
  Sep 10, 2024
Dr Donovan is the best oncology surgeon possible. She is kind, empathetic , knowledgeable and a top notch surgeon. Legacy Is fortunate to have her. There are not enough positive adjectives to use for her. She stays with you at a very difficult time.
  Sep 05, 2024
Best Doctor I've ever had
  Aug 08, 2024
Dr Donovan is a great a Doctor, she is very easy to talk to and listens carefully. Her office is very accommodating and very easy to get a scheduled for appointment.
  Jul 31, 2024
Dr. Donovan is a wonderful person. She seems very caring and takes time in a difficult situation to explain things and to put one's mind at ease.
  Jul 31, 2024
In my breast cancer journey, Dr Donovan and her team have been the highlight. Skilled, warm, knowledgable, caring, gets the job done, They've done all of the heavy lifting (initial contact after diagnosis, two surgeries and follow up). My ongoing care, through OHSU, has been abyssmal every single visit, at all levels of care. I certainly hope you can bottle whatever magic is happening at Dr Donovan's office and the rest of Legacy as the merger happens. I do not feel confident in my ongoing care through OHSU at all.
  Jul 29, 2024
Dr Donovan is an excellent physician and surgeon.
  Jul 12, 2024
Outstanding doctor.
  Jul 09, 2024
Dr. Donavan is the best. I love her and the care she provides.
  Jun 29, 2024
I was asked to complete a "distress" questionnaire and although not quite sure what it was for, I appreciated it and found it thought provoking, and just a moment to reflect on all the things that press on you physically and mentally. I hope the results help others.
  Jun 26, 2024
From the moment you walk into Dr. Donovan's office you are treated with respect and kindness. The staff from the receptionist to the MA to the Doctor were so loving, warm, and peaceful and given the reason you go to an Oncologist office that's how you want to be treated. The office was so quick with scheduling my appointments, ordering labs and getting my referrals in. Dr. Donovan was amazing, and I am so thankful she will be my Oncologist. She was knowledgeable and gave us all the information, statistics, science, and options. She was careful to listen and take into account our feelings while offering the best and safest care and treatment plan. My husband and I felt an instant connection to her and immediately felt we could trust her 100%.
  Jun 25, 2024
Everything about my encounter with Dr. Donovan, the office and staff was very positive. Dr. Donovan took the time to explain exactly what was going on in such a way that I understood. I could not be more impressed.
  Jun 20, 2024
I am very grateful for Dr Donavan and her whole staff . They are a breath of fresh air in todays world.I could not be in better hands.
  Jun 18, 2024
The longer wait time to see the Dr was because the patient before me needed extra care and time. They kept me apprised, apologized frequently, and made sure I was taken care of while I waited. I was not put out or upset.
  Jun 16, 2024
Dr. Donovan has been amazing! She has given us time, patient and amazing care throughout this cancer diagnosis.
  Jun 15, 2024
I was very relaxed and was listened to.
  Jun 11, 2024
Dr Donovan is the full package. She cares, she listens, she holds your hand during a cancer diagnosis . She's an accomplished surgeon. Legacy is lucky to have her as are all her patients
  Jun 10, 2024
This was a 6 month follow-up appointment since my lumpectomy. Dr Donovan Is thorough and listened to my concerns and addressed all my concerns with sensitivity and in a comforting way. Her recommendations are reasonable. As a cancer patient, making sure I'm making the best decisions for my health has been important. I feel I'm in great hands and appreciate the knowledge and Individual care Dr Donovan shows me.
  Jun 08, 2024
Dr. Cory Donovan is one of the kindest, compassionate, caring, most knowledgeable in her field, excellent surgeons I have ever experienced! Highly recommend!!
  Jun 07, 2024
Dr. Donavan is a fantastic surgical oncologist. I couldn't have asked for better.
  Jun 07, 2024
Dr Donovan is competent, professional and caring. I couldn't have asked for a better surgeon.
  Jun 06, 2024
Dr. Donovan and her staff have always been very helpful. Thank you. Bridget Lopez
  Jun 06, 2024
I will be forever grateful to Dr. Donovan for her kindness, compassion and Incredible skill as a surgeon. I felt seen, heard and well cared for from my very first visit on. She Is an absolute treasure and her team Is also wonderful.
  Jun 05, 2024
Good communication, friendly warm demeanor, knowledgeable and prepared.
  Jun 04, 2024
My visit was very comfortable. I felt very respected. All the staff at this office are excellent. They are very profesional, friendly, and caring. Dr. Donovan is very special. I always feel she cares. She is excellent in every way. I was so happy to see her. I am glad my breast cancer is cured but sad I will likely not need to see her again. She is an excellent surgeon too!
  May 31, 2024
Dr. Donovan was extremely knowledgeable, kind, attentive, and caring. She explained the issues I had thoroughly and discussed her thoughts and plans on moving forward with my care. Front desk staff were friendly, efficient, and very personable. Couldn't ask for a better health care experience. I will be recommending this office to all I know.
  May 26, 2024
This was a 'second opinion' after a difficult situation. Everyone stepped up to help with my problem. They were absolutely great.
  May 18, 2024
I received excelent experiences thank you !
  May 17, 2024
Dr Cory Donovan was an absolute Godsend! She is very knowledgeable, empathetic, kind and funny! I feel like I got the cream of the crop with Dr. Donovan. I wish she were my PCP. Her assistant is witty and hilarious too, so that's a big plus.
  May 15, 2024
Dr. Donovan took my concerns and questions into consideration immediately upon meeting me back In October. She was encouraging, honest, and kind. She gave me options and supported my choices. I was blessed that she was my surgical oncologist, it saved my life.
  May 14, 2024
The only problem I've had with Legacy was when I was trying to communicate with the billing department about some things that were missiles. I was shut down and told to talk to insurance...which I already had and explained I was just trying to communicate..they then said I could apply for financial aid..I asked why would I do that if they were truly owed money by insurance..I didn't get an answer..it was frustrating and I felt I wasn't being heard.
  Apr 03, 2024
Love this doctor and her staff
  Mar 22, 2024
Dr. Donavan is absolutely a blessing. She explains everything so well and I appreciate the time she takes to help understand my diagnosis and plan. Her assistant Kristen is very helpful as well. Please pass along my praise and to keep up the great work.
  Mar 22, 2024
Dr Cory and her entire staff are just incredible. I simply cannot say enough good about them: with regard to skill, knowledge and patient care they are outstanding.
  Mar 15, 2024
Dr. Donovan took time to listen to me, answered all my question and clearly explained my diagnoses
  Mar 12, 2024
Legacy has found the best oncology breast surgeon in the USA. Dr Cory Donovan is not only a skilled surgeon. She is kind, empathetic, explains options and treatments. She holds your hand during this whole scary process. I am extremely lucky to have found her.
  Mar 09, 2024
Dr Donavan was very compassionate and informative regarding my health care. The staff has all been great and very caring. The only complaint I possibly have is with the scheduler not being quite as responsive as I expected in the very beginning of the process however the care from all other staff members far outweighs that first impression
  Mar 07, 2024
Overall, a very good visit. My experience with my needle biopsy prior to the visit NOT great. I ended up with severely bruised breast. After biopsy the biopsy staff failed fro explain what my diagnosis was, simply stating "you need surgery." Very scary. Dr. Donovan and her staff did a great job explaining my diagnosis and treatment options, they were a lot more reassuring, resulting in me being more willing to try the follow up biopsy. Dr. Donovan did a great job searching me for allergies to bandages/wash, as I had a bad allergic reaction to the initial biopsy. I appreciate the great follow up!
  Mar 04, 2024
Dr. Donovan and team are incredible and have gone above and beyond in providing care for me.I'm so grateful to be Dr. Donovan's patient.
  Mar 01, 2024
The receptionist asked me to sign documents that I was unable to see.
  Feb 27, 2024
Dr Donovan and her staff are amazing! You are so lucky to have them on your team.
  Feb 14, 2024
Dr. Donovan is friendly and compassionate! She takes the time to listen to my concerns, and address them. She's amazing!!!
  Feb 11, 2024
Would highly recommend Cory to everyone! Great bedside manner, listened to my questions attentively, responded with care and clear intelligence!
  Feb 09, 2024
HOping to never need to!
  Feb 09, 2024
Doctor Donovan were excellent
  Feb 09, 2024
Dr. Donovan was recommended to me by two friends that have cancer. I trusted their judgement and made the appointment. I found the Dr. Donovan to be very caring, concerned, patient with all the questions, thorough, reassuring & extremely kind. I know I am in good hands with her!
  Feb 03, 2024
Kind, helpful, knowledgeable empathetic.
  Feb 01, 2024
Dr Donovan has an amazing bedside manner and the fact that she has experienced breast cancer herself means she is extremely empathetic towards her patients. She involves her patients in major treatment decisions, doesn't take patient concerns lightly, and generally makes the cancer journey less scary for her patients.
  Jan 31, 2024
Excellent service from Dr. Donovan and her team! Thank you very much!
  Jan 30, 2024
This was my first visit to Dr. Donovan and I was SO impressed by her and her team! Starting with check-in, Sasha was so professional, prepared and friendly. I was immediately at ease and felt very warmly welcomed. From there, Lauren continued the great experience was was so personable. Dr. Donovan herself was amazing--just a wealth of knowledge and made me feel like I was in the best possible hands. I'm thrilled with this care team and my overall experience. I wish this office was my primary provider!
  Jan 30, 2024
She was wonderful!! Understanding, helpful, listened well and cared! Just as a provider should be and more
  Jan 30, 2024
This was hands down the best doctor I have ever seen. Dr. Donovan and staff absolutely care about their clients and patients and it shows! I am so relieved to have found a good team for my case. Thank you!!
  Jan 08, 2024
Dr Donovan explained my diagnosis, suggested surgery and treatment in language I could understand. She drew pictures to help explain what was going on in my body. She answered my many questions. She was kind, courteous, and extremely pleasant. I would definitely recommend her to my friends and family.
  Jan 05, 2024
In the face of the diagnosis most feared by women, we felt cared for by warm/knowledgable/caring professionals throughout. Both Dr Donoavan and her RN put as at ease from the moment they walked in until we left, and have continued to do so throughout the episode of care todate.
  Dec 29, 2023
Unfortunately they had bad news to deliver to me, but did it with care and compassion. The Dr and staff was completely kind and caring
  Dec 28, 2023
Dr Donovan and her team are very supportive, they make you feel safe and always take the time to explain every question a patient can have.
  Dec 12, 2023
Dr Donovan is a very compassionate and caring person. She is very knowledgeable in her area of practice. I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing her expertise.
  Dec 12, 2023
Delay in seeing provider was because her assistant was very thorough with the intake information.
  Dec 07, 2023
Absolutely love Dr. Donovan. She is caring, friendly, smart and pays attention to what you have to say. She answers all questions and makes you feel good about your treatment. ( especially Cancer treatment) she is one of a kind. I am grateful for her.
  Dec 07, 2023
Dr. Donovan is an excellent physician and surgeon! She is extremely knowledgeable and very professional while showing genuine compassion and empathy. She is the best cancer provider I could've hoped for.
  Dec 06, 2023
Dr. Donovan is very caring and professional.
  Dec 06, 2023
Dr. Donovan is by far one of the best Doctors I have seen since moving to WA 2 years ago. She actually listens to the patient and genuinely seems to care. I had no concerns or doubts of her abilities or the procedures I went through with her. I cannot say that about ANY other doctors I have seen in WA. I love and appreciate doctors who treat ME and MY needs not treat me as a number and with the "basic standard of care" that doesn't always apply to or is what's best for the patient.
  Dec 05, 2023
Dr. Donovan was wonderful! She was so kind and even drew pictures to help explain what is going on in my breast.
  Nov 30, 2023
From start to finish thus far my expectations have been exceeded. The staff was very personable and friendly and Dr. Donavan also exceeded expectations.....she was very patient and at no time made me feel like she was in a rush. It was a good first interaction and I am very grateful. Prior to meeting Dr. Donavon I did have a little issue with the radiology dept that I would like to bring to your attention. Please call or email to discuss. Some suggestons for improvement in this terrifying process of being initially diagnosed with cancer.
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