Leslie Jeanne Patton M.D.

Many years have passed however Leslie´s memory lives on in the hearts she touch. Sad that I let her out of my life but grateful for all the love and memories.

I'm so sad to read of Leslie's passing, but not at all surprised to hear how she touched people's lives. I grew up in the same hometown as Leslie and attended the same high school. Even then she was smart, inquisitive, funny and kind -- a good friend and a good person. We lost touch years ago, but I will always remember her beautiful blue eyes so ready to crinkle into a smile that shared humor and touched your heart.

Dr. Patton was an extraordinary physician with the kindest soul. She was our family doctor for many years. Leslie took a wholistic approach to healing. She would not only inquire about our ailments, but also about our work, family, and happiness. She understood the importance of the mind-body-spirit connection. Leslie was known to prescribe a walk in the forest, along with an antibiotic. She once prescribed a good book, a hot bath, and some chicken soup instead of a drug that would have...

Very sad to see that Leslie passed and shocked. I worked as her medical assistant years ago in Tualatin. She has always had a footprint on my heart. I lost touch with her for the last few years and now feel sad I won't ever get to see her again. My heart goes out to her sons. She was a great person and truly will be missed!
Karen A.

Leslie Patton was my doctor for a short time, or at least it seems that way. I truly looked forward to our visits. She was so special and so smart, always kind and cheerful and full of wisdom and good advise. And her sense of humor was wonderful. She must be dancing in heaven now, and will always be remembered by those of us who benefited greatly from having her as our doctor and friend.

My heart goes out to your family, and I wish you all comfort and peace. Leslie was a friend in high school and I have great memories of her smile and enthusiasm. She was friendly with many different groups of people, and was always comfortable with herself and was able to make others feel comfortable too. We settled in Oregon and when I learned she was in Portland I hoped to get together with her sometime; sadly that never happened but I know that her spirit lives on and will continue to...

When I was a grad student at OHSU 10 years ago I was Dr. Patton's patient, and I was very impressed with her forthright and sensitive bedside manner, which included a witty sense of humor. Once I left the school I had to change doctors and assumed I wasn't likely to encounter her again. But I did, at my church, where she found me during a fire drill. She was just as engaging in the non-professional world. The world will miss her.