Ashlen Saulson, MD - Physician and Surgeon, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Portland, OR

Physician and Surgeon

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Provider Bio

Ashlen Saulson, MD, is an OB/GYN physician and surgeon at Women's Healthcare Associates in Portland, Oregon.

From the Provider

"I know going to see your OB/GYN may not be the highlight of your week, but I hope that each of my patients feels at ease during her appointment. Being approachable and open to all questions is important to me because I know that being informed gives women more confidence to manage their health--and more trust in our partnership. I am so excited to collaborate with and guide each of my patients in reaching their goals."

About the Provider

As the daughter of a nurse and a physician and a child who loved science, Dr. Saulson knew from a young age she wanted to go into medicine. During her OB/GYN rotation in medical school, she discovered a love for helping women—getting to know them over time, building trust and being able to guide and support them during the momentous times, as well as in day-to-day healthcare. Dr. Saulson attended St. Mary’s Academy in Portland, where the value of education and empowering women was instilled—something she uses in her practice every day. Her goal is to partner with and be present for women, caring for the whole person and making sure every woman she sees feels she has a voice in her care. Dr. Saulson enjoys all aspects of OB/GYN, particularly caring for women during pregnancy, helping them find the right contraception for them and improving the quality of their lives through gynecologic surgery and hormonal management.

Dr. Saulson and her husband are thrilled to be back in Portland. They are the proud parents of two energetic and loving dogs they enjoy taking outdoors. Dr. Saulson also enjoys cooking and skiing, and is looking forward to getting back into horseback riding after a long hiatus through school.

Education

  • Residency:

    OB/GYN, Parkland Hospital and University of Texas Southwestern (UTSW), 2017

  • Medical School:

    Doctor of Medicine, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas (UTSW), 2013

  • Undergraduate Degree:

    Bachelor of Arts, Biological Sciences, Animal Physiology, Cornell University, 2008

Memberships

  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

  • Oregon Medical Association

  • American Medical Association

Patient Survey Responses

  • Provider Ratings (35)
  • Patient Comments (15)

Taking time to answer your questions?

4.5 out of 5

Willingness to listen carefully to you?

4.6 out of 5

The thoroughness of the visit?

4.4 out of 5

Instructions regarding medication/follow-up care?

4.4 out of 5

Explaining things in a way you could understand?

4.5 out of 5

Amount of time spent with you?

4.5 out of 5

Including you in decision-making about your treatment plan?

4.3 out of 5

Knowledge of healthcare received from other providers?

4.4 out of 5

Knowledge of important information about your medical history?

4.4 out of 5

Advice given to you on ways to stay healthy?

4.5 out of 5
  • 07/31/2024

    She was very good explaining what I needed to know.

  • 05/03/2024

    I received excellent care from the doctor and teams!

  • 04/26/2024

    Boy, Dr. Saulson was thorough. Learned some new things. I am very pleased with the time she spent with me.

  • 04/19/2024

    I live in Corvallis and have struggled for the past three years in regards to medical care. I can't tell you enough how well I was treated by the staff - everyone from the person who took my initial phone call, the two medical assistants who spoke with me before the doctor came in and the doctor who examined me and suggested a course of action. This has been such a welcome change from how I have been treated in Corvallis.

  • 03/01/2024

    She was so well spoken and it was a perfect appointment experience!

  • 03/01/2024

    She is great. I always feel comfortable talking to her, and I can tell that she has my best interest in mind.

  • 02/02/2024

    Kind and thorough. A very positive first time visit.

  • 12/18/2023

    Very pleased!

  • 12/05/2023

    Dr. Saulsen was great to work with and very knowledgeable.

  • 10/06/2023

    Dr. Saulsen was amazing and even followed up with a phone call.

  • 05/05/2023

    Everyone’s great that we have seen!

  • 02/22/2023

    I feel comfortable and listened to.

  • 11/04/2022

    It was my first visit with Dr. Saulson after Dr. Wentross' departure and Dr. Saulson was personable, thorough, and knowledgeable. I hope she stays!

  • 10/13/2022

    Dr Saulson is wonderful!

  • 09/21/2022

    Dr Saulson was very kind, thorough and listened to my questions and concerns. I felt very comfortable with her and her staff.

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