About
Dr. Gwen Casey-Ford grew up in Portland, Oregon, and returned to her home city to build a practice rooted in genuine connection. A. in Biology and History, cum laude, from Rice University in 2004 and completed her MD at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2009. Her Family Medicine residency at Oregon Health Sciences University concluded in 2012, the same year she earned board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Casey-Ford brings particular warmth to patients across every stage of life, from newborns and young children to adults managing ongoing health needs. She has deep experience in early prenatal care, postpartum support, and newborn care. She lives in Portland with her husband and two children and enjoys cooking, reading, yoga, and travel. Dr. Casey-Ford is beginning to accept new patients.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Rice University, B.A. Biology and History, cum laude, 2004
Medical School
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, 2009
Residency
Family Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University, 2012
Additional Training
International Baccalaureate: Armand Hammer United World College of the American West, 2000
Certifications
Who is Dr. Casey-Ford right for?
Dr. Casey-Ford is a strong fit for patients who want a single physician to care for their entire family, from newborns to adults. She has particular experience in early prenatal care, postpartum recovery, and well-child visits. Patients who value a physician who takes time to truly know them will find her approach a natural match. She currently accepts new patients and welcomes those at any stage of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Casey-Ford cares for patients of all ages, including newborns, children, adults, and patients during and after pregnancy. Her Family Medicine training gives her the breadth to serve as a primary physician for every member of a household.
Yes. Dr. Casey-Ford holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine, earned in 2012 following her Family Medicine residency at Oregon Health Sciences University.
A. in Biology and History, cum laude, in 2004. She earned her MD from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry in 2009 and completed her Family Medicine residency at Oregon Health Sciences University in 2012.
Yes. Dr. Casey-Ford provides early prenatal care, postpartum care, and newborn care. She also collaborates with the practice's certified lactation consultant to support breastfeeding and postpartum recovery.
Yes. Dr. Casey-Ford is beginning to accept new patients. Prospective patients can reach out to Northwest Concierge Medicine to learn more about establishing care with her.
Dr. Casey-Ford entered medicine because it offers the opportunity to genuinely know and connect with a wide range of people. She prioritizes open dialogue and non-judgmental care, and she takes time to understand each patient's health history, values, and goals before developing a care plan.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026