Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital- If this is an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Hospital emergency rooms (ERs) are set up to focus on medical emergencies. They are not set up to focus on rou...
More » - If you need inpatient care, get in and out of the hospital as quickly as possible. This will reduce costs and your risk of hospital-acquired infection...
More » - Surgery for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries involves reconstructing or repairing the ACL.
ACL reconstruction surgery uses a graft to rep...
More » - The ankle is a weight-bearing joint that absorbs the body's full impact. An injured or diseased ankle can be especially painful. Ankle replacement is ...
More » - Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure that allows your doctor to look at the inside of a joint in your body through a thin viewing instrument called an ...
More » - A bone biopsy is a procedure in which a small sample of bone is taken from the body and looked at under a microscope for cancer, infection or other bo...
More » - Grafting is a surgical procedure that replaces missing bone with an artificial, synthetic or natural material from the patient's own body....
More » - Braces, casts and splints are orthopedic devices used to immobilize or restrict movement of a body part in order to heal an injury or correct a deform...
More » - Bunion surgery generally involves an incision in the top or side of the big toe joint and the removal or realignment of soft tissue and bone to reliev...
More » - Fracture repair is surgery to fix a broken bone using plates, nails, screws or pins....
More » - Total joint replacement involves surgery to replace the ends of both bones in a damaged joint to create new joint surfaces.
Total hip replacement s...
More » - Hip revision surgery, which is also known as revision total hip arthroplasty, is a procedure in which a surgeon removes a previously implanted artific...
More » - A sample of joint fluid can be taken from any joint in your body. The joint fluid is then analyzed in a lab to look for inflammation, infection, gout,...
More » - Joint fusion permanently fixes a joint in one position....
More » - Joint replacement involves surgery to replace the ends of bones in a damaged joint. This surgery creates new joint surfaces.
In knee replacement su...
More » - Ligament and tendon repair is surgery to repair a damaged or torn tendon or ligament....
More » - Surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff tendon usually involves:
Removing loose fragments of tendon, bursa and other debris from the space in th...
More » - Joint replacement involves surgery to replace the ends of bones in a damaged joint. This surgery creates new joint surfaces.
In shoulder replacemen...
More » - Articular corticosteroids or steroids are medicines injected directly into a painful, inflamed joint, ligament or tendon....
More » - An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test that measures and records the electrical activity of your brain. Special sensors (electrodes) are attached to ...
More » - Family therapy is a type of counseling involving the entire family. It can help maintain positive relationships within a family dealing with a stressf...
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Fundoplication surgery is the most common surgery used to treat GERD and is usually performed by a general surgeon. This surgery can...
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An appendectomy, the surgical removal of the appendix, is standard procedure to treat a swollen and inflamed appendix (appendicitis)...
More » - Health problems, such as cancer or heart disease, and mental health problems, such as substance abuse or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTS...
More » - Counseling is professional guidance to help a person, family or group of individuals recognize and deal with issues that are interfering with their me...
More » - A cataract is a painless, cloudy area in the lens of the eye. The lens is enclosed in a lining called the lens capsule. Aging and exposure to sunlight...
More » - Health professionals often do a brief mental health assessment during regular checkups. If you are having symptoms of a mental health problem, your do...
More » - Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems, such as depression. They provide counseling...
More » - Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio waves to make pictures of the breast. MRI may show problems in the breast t...
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Ultrasound uses reflected sound waves to produce an image of organs and other structures in the body. This technology can be useful in helping docto...
More » - This test uses ultrasound to evaluate the arteries on each side of your neck that lead to your head. During this test you will lie flat on your ...
More » - An echocardiogram is performed immediately before and after you walk on a treadmill. During the test, your heart rate and blood pressure will be monit...
More » - For portable sleep monitoring, you will use equipment at home that records information about you while you sleep.
If you will have portable sleep ...
More » - Sleep studies are usually done by a trained sleep lab technician. The studies are usually scheduled for evening and night hours (10 p.m. to 6 a.m.) in...
More » - This test measures whether you can stay awake during a time when you are normally awake. If a "maintenance of wakefulness test" is done, you...
More » - Bone densitometry uses special X-ray equipment to quickly and accurately measure the density of bones. This measurement helps doctors identify people ...
More » - A mammogram is an X-ray test of the breasts (mammary glands) used to screen for breast problems, such as a lump, and whether a lump is fluid-filled (a...
More » - You may be asked to have a physical exam by a neuro-opthamologist or a neurotologist if your doctor needs help in diagnosing your condition related to...
More » - CT scans, also known as CAT scans, obtain multiple cross-sectional images of the body by using special X-rays and computer enhancement to create an im...
More » - X-rays are a form of radiation, like light or radio waves, that can be focused into a beam, much like a flashlight beam. Unlike a beam of light, howev...
More » - Ultrasound is a test that uses reflected sound waves to produce an image of organs and other structures in the body. It does not use X-rays or other t...
More » - A diagnostic test called an electroencephalogram, or EEG, can help determine if a patient is having seizures. An EEG is a test that records brainwaves...
More » - This test measures how long it takes you to fall asleep. It also determines whether you enter REM sleep. If a multiple sleep latency test (MSLT) is be...
More » - This test records several body functions during sleep, including brain activity, eye movement, oxygen and carbon dioxide blood levels, heart rate and ...
More » - A cesarean section is the delivery of a baby through a cut (incision) in the mother’s belly and uterus. It is often called a C-section. In most cases,...
More » - During your prenatal visits, you may have developed a birthing plan with your care provider. If an emergency or an urgent situation arises, your plans...
More » - During the first weeks after giving birth, called the postpartum period, your body begins to heal and adjust to not being pregnant. It's easy to get o...
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A hernia is a bulge of intestine, another organ, or fat through the muscles of the belly. A hernia can occur when there is weakness ...
More » - Kidney stones are a painful medical problem that affects more than 400,000 Americans every year. The stones are formed from hardened mineral deposits ...
More » - Surgery Overview
Fundoplication surgery is the most common surgery used to treat GERD and is usually performed by a general surgeon. This surgery can...
More » - A prostatectomy is the surgical removal of all or part of the prostate gland and is usually done by a urologist. This type of surgery is typically per...
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Thyroid surgery is used to treat thyroid nodules, thyroid cancer, and hyperthyroidism. During this procedure, part or all of the thy...
More » - A vaginal delivery is the birth of a fetus through the mother's birth canal, or vagina....
More » - Nuclear medicine scans use a special camera (gamma) to take pictures of tissues and organs in the body after a radioactive tracer (radionuclide or rad...
More » - Sleep studies are tests that watch what happens to your body during sleep. The studies are done to find out what is causing your sleep problems. Sleep...
More » - Colonoscopy enables your doctor to examine the lining of your colon (large intestine) for abnormalities by inserting a flexible tube as thick as your ...
More » - Your doctor can learn a lot about your insomnia and its causes by reviewing your sleep history. He or she may also ask you to keep a sleep diary for o...
More » - Providing answers and treatment for your sleep problems, Providence Sleep Disorders Centers have a team of sleep experts who have diagnosed and treate...
More » - Consultations are private and last from 30 to 90 minutes and are covered by most insurance plans....
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Cardiologists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or conditions of the heart and blood vessels, such as ch...
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Millions of men, women and children experience hearing problems. These problems can seriously interfere with daily communication and cause dizziness...
More » - Objects (foreign bodies) inserted into the ear usually do not cause significant damage. But objects that are inserted forcefully can damage the ear ca...
More » - Male circumcision is a surgery to remove the foreskin, a fold of skin that covers and protects the rounded tip of the penis. The foreskin provides sen...
More » - Orchiectomy is the removal of one or both testicles (testes) and is generally performed by a urologist. The testicles are the male sex organs that pro...
More » - Surgery on the breast may be done for a number of reasons including:
As local treatment for breast cancer:
Breast surgery is considered the primar...
More » - A breast ultrasound uses sound waves to make a picture of the tissues inside the breast. A breast ultrasound can show all areas of the breast, includi...
More » - Surgery is the only treatment and cure for inguinal hernia. Hernia repair is one of the most common surgeries done in the United States. About 750,000...
More » - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a simple, painless procedure. It uses a strong magnet and radio waves to produce high-quality pictures of organs, ...
More » - Driver diversion/DUII and DWI/deferred prosecution programs help patients in Oregon and Washington meet legal requirements for treatment when ordered ...
More » - Intensive outpatient treatment for substance abuse usually involves 10 to 20 hours of counseling or group therapy spread over three days a week. This ...
More » - Join us as our physician experts explore a range of topics that will help you learn the facts about preventing, detecting and effectively treating man...
More » - Cardiac rehabilitation (rehab) teaches you how to be more active and make lifestyle changes that can lead to a stronger heart and better health. Cardi...
More » - An exercise electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a test that checks for changes in your heart while you exercise. Sometimes EKG abnormalities can be seen...
More » - An ambulatory electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) records the electrical activity of your heart while you do your usual activities. Ambulatory monitors are...
More » - An implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD), also known as an automatic implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (AICD), is a small device that doct...
More » - A cardiac perfusion scan measures the amount of blood in your heart muscle at rest and during exercise. It is often done to find out what may be causi...
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A pacemaker can be used to replace the function of the natural pacemaker of the heart when the heart is beating too slowly.
A pacemaker is a small,...
More » - Group classes are available in the mornings, afternoons and evenings to fit your schedule. Topics covered include the basics of diabetes, meal plannin...
More » - In a one-on-one setting, we offer personalized meal plans, blood sugar monitoring and insulin training. We also offer diabetes education for pregnant ...
More » - The Pre-Surgery Clinic helps patients prepare for their surgeries before the actual day of the surgery. Our goal here is to help assure a satisfying s...
More » - Volunteers play an important role in helping Providence serve our community. There are many ways for you to get involved, share your talents and meet ...
More » - Volunteers touch the community by helping their neighbors, friends, and each other. We appreciate the energy and commitment they have made to our hosp...
More » - Getting blood levels of the medications accurately is challenging because a variety of factors impacts those levels such as eating certain foods, peop...
More » - Services include educating patients about the specifics of living with implanted devices along with regular device system monitoring and evaluat...
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Doctors check, or monitor, cardiac devices on a regular basis to make sure that they are working right and aren't causing any problems. Doctors also...
More » - Faith in Action Providence Community Caregivers assists community members who wish to remain independent in their homes but need assistance with ...
More » - For your convenience, Providence offers an online childbirth education program. This program is ideal for women whose schedules don’t allow them to at...
More » - Providence Health & Services provides access to medical records from our hospitals and other medical facilities in Oregon to patients and their au...
More » - Cardiopulmonary exercise testing is a non-invasive and objective method to evaluate heart and lung function. Heart and lung capacity and function ...
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Mastectomy is the surgical removal of the breast. It is usually performed by a general surgeon as local therapy to treat breast...
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Breast-conserving surgery removes the cancer or abnormal tissue, but leaves the rest of the breast intact. The goal is to take just ...
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Breast-conserving surgery removes the cancer or abnormal tissue, but leaves the rest of the breast intact. The goal is to take just ...
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Providence understands selecting a provider is a very personal choice, especially when it comes to delivering your children. The relationship create...
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Pediatricians are medical doctors who specialize in the care of children.
Pediatricians can treat children with any type of problem, or they may sp...
More » - Medical Staff Services provides support to Providence professional staff leadership and the various committees and functions of the organized professi...
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