Neurology
Yaowaree Leavell, MD
Assistant Professor, ALS Clinic Medical Director (Portland VA)
Portland, OR
Dr. Yaowaree Leavell is a neuromuscular medicine specialist at OHSU, where she is part of the ALS and Neuromuscular Disorders team at the Brain Institute. She graduated with honors from Florida State University College of Medicine and completed her neurology residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, followed by a neuromuscular medicine fellowship at the same institution. She is triple board-certified in Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, and Hospice and Palliative Medicine — a ra
11+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology (ABPN)
- Neuromuscular Medicine (ABPN)
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (ABIM)
Education & Training
- Medical Degree: Florida State University College of Medicine (2015, honors)
- Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/Mount Sinai Hospital, Neurology (2016-2019)
- Fellowship: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Neuromuscular Medicine (2020)
Peer Recognition
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Neuromuscular Medicine
Conditions & Treatments
ALS & Motor Neuron DiseaseNeuromuscular DiseasePeripheral Neuropathy
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Providence Portland Medical Center
- Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
- Mid-columbia Medical Center
- OHSU Hospital
- Salem Health West Valley Hospital
Experience
11+ years in practice