Zinnat A. Begum, MD

“Good health care starts with the primary care physician,” says Dr. Begum, “and building a good doctor-patient relationship is at the core of primary care.” As a board-certified family physician, she enjoys getting to know her patients and personally tailoring their care to help them obtain optimal health.

With a “less is more” philosophy, Dr. Begum practices evidence-based medicine with a particular interest in preventive care. “I feel privileged to be able to help people when they need it the most,” she says.

Born and raised in Bangladesh, Dr. Begum earned a degree in medicine and surgery at Dhaka Medical College in Bangladesh. She came to the United States with her husband to continue their educations at Purdue University, where Dr. Begum earned a Master of Science in Health Sciences (MSHS) in industrial hygiene. Next, the couple moved to Portland, where Dr. Begum completed a preliminary general surgery internship at Oregon Health & Science University. She went on to complete a family medicine residency with the Southern New Mexico Family Medicine Residency Program in Las Cruces before settling back in Portland.

“I raised my three kids in Portland and am glad to be back,” she says. “I thrive on helping my community and making those around me feel happy and content.” She also finds her own contentment in spending time with family and friends.