Dr. LESTER BASKIN, MD | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Internal Medicine
About
Dr. Lester Baskin, MD, is a board‑certified internist and the founder of Baskin Clinic, a Direct Primary Care practice in Portland, Oregon. He earned his B.A. from Stanford University in 1990 and his M.D. from Oregon Health & Science University in 1995. After completing a residency in Internal Medicine at Legacy Portland Hospitals in 1998, he became certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Baskin emphasizes a "high‑touch" approach, fostering strong doctor‑patient relationships, longer appointments, and personalized care. He enjoys the Pacific Northwest outdoors—hiking, biking, camping, and gardening—bringing that same enthusiasm to his practice.
Education
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University (1995)
Residency: Internal Medicine - Legacy Portland Hospitals (Portland OR)
- Residency Internal Medicine - Legacy Portland Hospitals (Portland OR)
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Board Certified: American Board of Internal Medicine (expires 1998)
Years in Practice: 31+ years
Licensing
NPI Number: 1396814745 Active
Primary License: Oregon (OR) - md20087
DPC Experience
Started DPC: 2005