Bio

Growing up on the West Coast instilled in me a deep love for the mountains and the ocean. When my family wasn’t backpacking in the woods or playing in the ocean, we were traveling internationally. It was during my time abroad that I decided to pursue a career in medicine.

Inspired by global health, I chose to attend a medical school that would give me intimate exposure to Third World hardship and women’s health concerns. After graduating from Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, West Indies, I headed to Connecticut to complete a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. During this time, I created a nonprofit organization that provided surgical teaching camps for local health care providers in Uganda. I then pursued advanced training in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery through a prestigious fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, where I gained extensive experience in robotic, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgical techniques.

My practice is dedicated to providing the highest level of surgical and medical care to individuals with complex gynecological conditions. I love having continuity with my patients and enjoy routine annual exams, counseling about reproductive health, and guiding women through peri- and postmenopausal changes. However, my true love and career focus is minimally invasive surgery. I specialize in minimally invasive surgery for chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis, infertility, uterine fibroids, and related conditions. My expertise in advanced laparoscopic and robotic-assisted procedures allows me to offer surgical solutions that minimize recovery time, reduce pain and improve outcomes for my patients.

I advocate for holistic and alternative approaches, and when surgery is necessary, I prioritize techniques that maximize patients’ desired outcomes. For many patients suffering from chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis or uterine fibroids, minimally invasive surgery has been a game-changer, alleviating pain and significantly improving their quality of life. I am passionate about educating and empowering women to make informed decisions about their health, and I work collaboratively with my patients to tailor treatment plans that best suit their needs.

The Portland Clinic supports my commitment to both local and global women’s health initiatives. In alignment with my personal and professional values, the clinic fosters an individualized and comprehensive approach to care.

Outside of my practice, I cherish time with my family. As outdoor enthusiasts with a love for city life, my husband, three children and I thrive in Portland. Our children are active and love to ski, hike, swim and explore in nature. My husband works to improve the safety and success of downtown Portland. We feel blessed to have the ability to balance our active lifestyle with thriving careers.

I’m an avid trail runner and have participated in marathon and ultra-distance races. My husband and I have traveled to 16 countries and have worked in health care settings around the world. We are passionate about adventure, exploration, and providing medical services to those in need.

Read Dr. Hoan’s articles:

• Endometriosis: A frequently overlooked cause of pain and infertility
• Q&A: Endometriosis
• Put an end of pelvic pain