Providence St. Vincent Medical Center- 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 ...
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Before conducting a neurological examination for multiple sclerosis (MS), the doctor will collect information about your symptoms. The kinds of symp...
More » - You may be asked to have a neuropsychological evaluation if your doctor needs help in diagnosing your condition. A clinical neuropsychologist ha...
More » - The community is invited to remember and honor the lives of their loved ones at our spring memorials held every year in May and at our Light Up A Life...
More » - Community Care seminars are offered at no charge to faith communities, outreach ministries, senior centers, civic organizations and community groups. ...
More » - Professionally-facilitated ongoing support groups for adults who are grieving the death of a loved one are offered at a variety of locations and times...
More » - Surgery is the most common treatment for all stages of rectal cancer. If the cancer has spread into the wall of the rectum, the section of the rectum ...
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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 » - Laser surgery uses a very focused beam of light to cut, break down, or destroy tissue. Doctors use laser surgery when medications fail to control visi...
More » - Acupuncture is a Chinese therapy that has been used for centuries. It is based on the theory that there is energy, called chi or qi, flowing through y...
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 » - The main treatment for acute cholecystitis is surgery to remove the gallbladder (cholecystectomy). Often this surgery can be done through small incisi...
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 » - A mental health assessment may include a physical exam. Your doctor will review your past medical history, as well as that of your family members, and...
More » - Psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health problems, such as depression. They provide counseling...
More » - Colon surgery (removing the cancer in an operation) is the most common treatment for all stages of colon cancer. A doctor may remove the cancer using ...
More » - A colostomy is a surgical procedure that is done when part of the bowel (colon or rectum) has been removed and the remaining bowel cannot function nor...
More » - Corneal transplant is a surgery to replace the cornea. The cornea is the outer, clear, round structure that covers the colored part of the eye (iris) ...
More » - Robotic-assisted laparoscopic radical prostatectomy is surgery done through small incisions in the belly with robotic arms that translate the surgeon'...
More » - The Food and Drug Administration approved the da Vinci® Surgery System for gynecologic surgery in 2005. It's one of the newest techniques available fo...
More » - Laser cyclophotocoagulation is a type of surgery (cyclodestructive procedure) used to destroy the ciliary body, the part of the eye that produces flui...
More » - Dacryocystorhinostomy is a type of surgery sometimes used to treat blocked tear ducts in adults. It is rarely used in children. This procedure creates...
More » - Bereavement social workers provide short-term individual and family counseling to children, teens and adults who are grieving the death of a loved one...
More » - The death of a loved one can affect the whole family. Me Too offers a family approach to grief support, with age-specific groups for children, te...
More » - Me Too volunteers act as co-facilitators to children’s bereavement support groups under the direction of a professional facilitator. Me Too volunteers...
More » - Bereavement social workers and specially-trained bereavement volunteers support grieving individuals over the telephone. Information about bereavement...
More » - A breast biopsy removes a sample of breast tissue that is looked at under a microscope to check for breast cancer. A breast biopsy is usually done to ...
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...
More » - Working as part of a team of doctors and other health professionals, genetic counselors provide education and support to families with members who hav...
More » - Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is treatment provided by a machine that the patient wears at night or when sleeping. It is the most common ...
More » - Volunteers who have completed the Delta Society Animal-Assisted Therapy and Education program with their pets are assigned by the volunteer coord...
More » - Bereavement volunteers act as part of the Providence Bereavement Services staff by contacting survivors of hospice patients after the death. They...
More » - Hospice facility specialist volunteers are assigned to visit hospice patients in selected care facilities. The facility specialist is assigned to a sp...
More » - Hospice-trained volunteers in hospital service seek to support the patients, visitors and personnel of the department in a way that exhibits the hospi...
More » - Providence Hospice massage therapy volunteers are assigned by the volunteer coordinator and provide physical and emotional support to terminally ill h...
More » - Volunteers who serve in this area are part of the Pet Peace of Mind program.They are assigned to visit patients who have pet care needs. A volunteer s...
More » - Hospice Program support volunteers act on the direction of the volunteer coordinator or other hospice staff member to provide assistance with office f...
More » - Cancer risk assessment examines personal and family history information that influences cancer risk....
More » - In many cases when you get a vaccine, you get a tiny amount of a weakened or dead form of the organism that causes the disease. Though not enough to g...
More » - Anoscopy, proctoscopy and sigmoidoscopy tests allow your doctor to look at the inner lining of your anus, rectum and the lower part of the large intes...
More » - High-dose-rate (HDR) brachytherapy involves the remote placement of a tiny, very highly radioactive source, which is housed in a lead lined device cal...
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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 » - Blood glucose monitoring refers to the ongoing measurement of blood sugar (glucose). Monitoring can be done at any time using a portable device called...
More » - Radiation oncologists use image-guided radiation therapy, or IGRT, to help better deliver the radiation to the cancer since tumors can move between tr...
More » - Intensity-modulated radiation therapy is a specialized form of 3D-CRT that allows radiation to be more exactly shaped to fit the tumor. With IMRT, the...
More » - LDR involves the longer placement of the temporary (several days) or permanent radiation source into the tumor area such as prostate seed implant or p...
More » - External beam radiation therapy treatment, also called x-ray therapy, is directed at the tumor from a machine located away from your body, usually a l...
More » - Tumors are not regular; they come in different shapes and sizes. Three-dimensional conformal radiation thetapy, or 3D-CRT, uses computers and special ...
More » - A hearing (audiometric) test is part of an ear examination that evaluates a person's ability to hear by measuring the ability of sound to reach the br...
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 » - Recommended earwax removal options include wax-dissolving agents, irrigation or ear syringing, and manual removal with special instrument or suction d...
More » - A colposcopy is usually done to look at the vagina and cervix when the result of a Pap test is abnormal. A special magnifying devise (colposcope) is u...
More » - Disabilty insurance and worker’s compensaton are forms of insurance that cover medical expensense if an employee is injured on the job or unable to wo...
More » - A patient-centered medical home is a team approach to providing health care. The patient-centered medical home maintains a centralized, comprehensive ...
More » - This is a test in which you receive an IV infusion of a medication to exercise your heart. Your heart rate, blood pressure and ECG are monitored durin...
More » - This echocardiogram is similar to a stress echocardiogram but does not require you to walk on the treadmill. Dobutamine, a medication that raises your...
More » - The pneumonia vaccine for adults (PPV) protects against 23 types of pneumonia. ...
More » - A post-operative follow-up are additional appointments set up during your recovery period, typically after surgery. After a procedure, your physician ...
More » - An endometrial biopsy is a way for your doctor to take a small sample of the lining of the uterus (endometruim). The sample is looked at under a micro...
More » - For this test, you are fitted with three electrodes and a monitoring device. While wearing the device, you must activate the monitor by pushing a butt...
More » - This test has three parts. First, you will receive an injection of a radioactive tracer through an IV placed in your arm. A special nuclear camera wil...
More » - Skin tag removal is the removal of excess skin growths (skin tag) that may occur on your body....
More » - The flu shot is a vaccine that contains a killed form of three flu viruses. The vaccine causes your immune system to make antibodies. If you are expos...
More » - Hemocult, immunoassay is a fecal occult blood test used to detect blood in your stoll and screen for colorectal cancer other intestinal conditions....
More » - In many cases when you get a vaccine, you get a tiny amount of a weakened or dead form of the organism that causes the disease. Though not enough to g...
More » - Ready to quit smoking? We can help. ...
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 » - During a shave biopsy, a physician will remove an outer layer of the skin lession to obtain a sample for testing. ...
More » - Providence Health & Services offers a variety of rehabilitation oncology programs.
Laryngectomy Rehabilitation:
Speech-language patholo...
More » - Vision problems caused by cataracts, macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetes, stroke and head injuries make it difficult to read the newspaper, follo...
More » - myProvidence was created to help you manage your health and your medical care online. Go to myProvidence to register or log in for secure online servi...
More » - Nail removal is a form of treatment that is sometimes necessary fo severe or recurrent fungal nail infections. ...
More » - Tympanometry tests the movement of the eardrum when an ear infection or other middle ear problem is suspected. ...
More » - A vasectomy is considered a permanent method of birth control that prevents the release of sperm when a man ejaculates....
More » - Venipuncture is the collection of blood from a vein, usually for laboratory testing....
More » - The goal of wart treatment is to destroy or remove the wart without creating scar tissue, which can be more painful than the wart itself. How a wart i...
More » - Providence Hospice respite volunteers provide comfort and companionship to terminally ill patients so that exhausted family caregivers can take a brea...
More » - Providence Hospice vigil volunteers are assigned by the hospice staff to bring comfort, support and companionship to patients and their family m...
More » - Providence Hospice visitation volunteers provide comfort and companionship to terminally ill patients residing in nursing facilities or adult ca...
More » - Providence Connections volunteers are hospice-trained volunteers who support patients cared for by the Connections team. They make telephone contact w...
More » - Medicare covers a one-time preventive physical exam within the first 12 months that you have Part B....
More » - Your health care provider will check your general health, look into conditions that you report symptoms for and may screen you for other diseases that...
More » - During a well-child visit, a doctor examines your child and asks you questions about your child's development and behavior. Immunizations also are eit...
More » - NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE. Career exploration days are designed for community organizations with their students’ interest in mind. Adult cha...
More » - Career fairs provide a broad view of a various health care careers and are designed for high school students who have a general interest in health car...
More » - NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE. Career Highlights are offered throughout the school year. Each is a small (30 to 40 students), three-hour class fo...
More » - NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE. Elementary school health breaks provide basic health and safety information plus help elementary students learn about h...
More » - NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE. Small groups of students, usually numbering from five to 10 students, meet with a Providence professional for an hour t...
More » - Surgical viewings allow students to observe a surgery in real-time from an auditorium. Types of surgeries include Ortho Watch, Chest Watch,...
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 » - 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 » - Disk arthroplasty is a surgical procedure in which a herniated spinal disk is removed and replaced with an artificial disk....
More » - A small amount of skin may be removed and studied under a microscope to assist in diagnosis of peripheral nerve diseases. This can be done in th...
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 » - Neuro urology rehabilitation is provided by physical therapists who work with male and female patients who have fecal and urinary incontinence....
More » - During psychometric testing, you may be asked questions to understand how different parts of your brain are functioning. Commonly memory, langua...
More » - The quantitative sudomotor axon reflex test measures the amount of sweat that is produced near a nerve. The sweat glands are stimulated by the a...
More » - Providence Brain and Spine Institute is involved in several clinical trials for investigational medications for Alzheimer's disease, ALS, multipl...
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 » - Take care of yourself. Every woman deserves the specialized attention that a women’s healthcare professional provides. From adolescence through the go...
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 » - Your doctor may ask you to have a Wada test if you are a candidate for epilepsy surgery. The Wada test checks to see which side of your brain is resp...
More » - This test records several body functions during sleep, including brain activity, eye movement, oxygen and carbon dioxide blood levels, heart rate and ...
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Pediatric epilepsy monitoring (EMU) is done with video for pediatric patients who have had difficulty controlling their seizures with medication, al...
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 » - 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 » - 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 » - Should you need us, we have the largest neonatal intensive care unit in the northwest. We offer 19 single-family suites, for a capacity of 70 mon...
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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 ...
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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...
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 » - Before you travel, you should be aware of any needed immunizations or medicines, disease outbreaks, food and water precautions and any other preventiv...
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 » - The term endoscopy refers to a special technique for looking inside the digestive tract. Capsule endoscopy uses a video capsule that contains a miniat...
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 » - ERCP is short for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography, a procedure used to diagnose and treat problems in the gastrointestinal tract. Endos...
More » - Flexible sigmoidoscopy lets your doctor examine the lining of the rectum and a portion of the colon (large intestine) by inserting a flexible tube abo...
More » - The term “endoscopy” refers to a special technique for looking inside a part of the body. “Upper GI” is the portion of the gastrointestinal tract, th...
More » - After receiving the yellow fever vaccine, you will be given an International Certificate of Verification (yellow card) from the office or clinic where...
More » - Preparing for a journey takes planning and time. Proper planning is the best way to stay healthy during your trip. See a doctor at least six week...
More » - Consultations are private and last from 30 to 90 minutes and are covered by most insurance plans....
More » - Preparing for health risks is especially important if you are visiting developing countries, such as those in most parts of Africa and Asia and many p...
More » - Ask about a prescription for antimalarial drugs if you will be visiting an area that has malaria. Malaria-risk areas of the world include large areas ...
More » - All products carried in our stores have been selected for their high quality. The full range of products available makes this the only place you'll ne...
More » - Physical therapy is treatment to improve mobility to relieve pain, and to restore physical function and overall fitness. The physical therapist uses e...
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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...
More » - We provide consultation, diagnosis and treatment for children with surgical needs, including neonatal surgery and surgery for congenital anomalies. We...
More » - Tears normally drain from the eye through small tubes called tear ducts that stretch from the eye into the nose. A blocked tear duct occurs when the d...
More » - Ear tubes are plastic and shaped like a hollow spool. Doctors suggest tubes for children who have repeat ear infections or when fluid stays behind the...
More » - Middle ear infections are usually diagnosed using a health history, a physical exam, and an ear exam.
With a middle ear infection, the eardrum, when ...
More » - Meatal stenosis is the most common long-term complication of male circumcision. Stenosis is a blockage or narrowing that develops in the opening of th...
More » - Laryngoscopy is an examination that lets your doctor look at the back of your throat, your voice box (larynx), and vocal cords with a scope (laryngosc...
More » - Surgery to move an undescended testicle into the scrotum is called orchiopexy or orchidopexy. It is usually performed on babies who are 6 to 15 months...
More » - Hypospadias is sometimes treated with surgery to correct the placement of the urethral opening, usually during the first year of life.
There are s...
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A hydrocele (say “HY-druh-seel”) is a buildup of watery fluid around one or both testicles. It causes the scrotum or groin area to swell.
A congen...
More » - In endoscopic sinus surgery, an endoscope is inserted into the nose, providing the doctor with an inside view of the sinuses.
Surgical instruments ar...
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Millions of men, women and children experience hearing problems. These problems can seriously interfere with daily communication and cause dizziness...
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Besides hearing, the ear provides a sense of balance. If the inner ear, or vestibule, is affected by any of a variety of disorders, a person may suf...
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 » - Laparoscopy is a surgery that uses a thin, lighted tube put through a cut (incision) in the belly to look at the abdominal organs or the female pelvic...
More » - Cleft lip is a treatable birth defect that occurs when the tissues of the upper jaw and nose do not join as expected during fetal development, resulti...
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 » - Chalazion is a round, slowly emerging, localized swelling, in the form of a cyst located on the lower or upper eyelid. (Chalazion is the Greek word fo...
More » - Most swollen glands or lumps under the skin are not cause for concern. The glands (lymph nodes) on either side of the neck, under the jaw, or behind t...
More » - An anal fissure is a tear in the lining of the lower rectum (anus) that causes pain during bowel movements. It is a common condition. Anal fissures do...
More » - Most neck masses in children are benign and due to either inflammation or congenital disorders. The treatment for most congenital neck masses is ...
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 » - Otoplasty, is a cosmetic surgery to change the look of a person's ears through a combination of moving, reshaping, adding, or removing structural ear ...
More » - Some fractures require percutaneous pinning which is helpful in stabilizing unstable fractures. It involves using an X-ray to insert pins through the ...
More » - A PICC ("pick"), line is one of several types of central venous catheters. It is inserted into a vein in the arm rather than a vein in...
More » - Pilonidal disease is a chronic infection of a cyst (pilonidal cyst) that develops near the top of the crease between the buttocks. When the infected c...
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Vitrectomy is the surgical removal of the vitreous gel from the middle of the eye. It may be done when there is a retinal detachment, since removing...
More » - Drooping is the result of reduced muscle tone in the muscles that control the eyelids.
If your lower eyelids droop outward, away from the eye (ectrop...
More » - Urethral sling surgeries to treat urinary incontinence involve placing a sling around the urethra to lift it back into a normal position and to exert ...
More » - Endorectal soave pull through is a surgical procedure used in the treatment for Hirschsprung disease. It requires a reconstructive “pullthrough” proce...
More » - Strabismus is a vision problem in which both eyes do not look at the same point at the same time. It usually develops during childhood.
Normally, the...
More » - The nasal septum is the wall between the nostrils that separates the two nasal passages. It supports the nose and directs airflow. The septum is made ...
More » - A skin graft is a piece of skin used to replace diseased or injured tissue, such as burned skin. A graft can be healthy living tissue harvested from a...
More » - Histrelin is given in a tiny implant that is inserted under the skin on the inside of your upper arm. You will receive this implant with a minor surgi...
More » - Treatment for a thyroglossal cyst often requires surgical removal to prevent recurrence. Before the cyst is removed, it is important that th...
More » - In arthroscopic surgery, the doctor inserts tiny surgical tools and a camera into a few small cuts in your jaw. It is the type of surgery most often u...
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Chemotherapy is the use of medicine to destroy cancer cells. Chemotherapy is called a systemic treatment because the medicines enter the bloodstream...
More » - A bone marrow biopsy is the removal of bone marrow tissue and is often done with a bone marrow aspiration. A biopsy allows close examination of the bo...
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Cancer support groups provide education and support for cancer patients and their loved ones. Support groups are led by our professional staff and a...
More » - If a child with an ear infection has a bad earache, a doctor may perform tympanocentesis, a procedure that involves using a needle to remove flui...
More » - Surgery is the most common treatment for cancer of the vulva. The goal of surgery is to remove all the cancer without any loss of the woman's sexual f...
More » - Oncology social workers assess the needs of cancer patients. They can facilitate communication with the health care team, provide emotional support an...
More » - Providence Cancer Support Services provides emotional and practical support to cancer patients and their families when they need it most....
More » - In keeping with our mission and core values, Providence Health & Services cares for people and their health needs, even if they can’t afford to pa...
More » - Breast reconstruction is surgery to rebuild the size and shape of a breast after your breast has been removed (mastectomy) because of cancer. It is do...
More » - A breast self-examination involves checking your breasts to help detect breast problems or changes. Many breast problems are first discovered by women...
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 » - Knowledge about cancer helps patients and their loved ones as they navigate diagnosis, treatment and recovery. For patients and families, easily-acces...
More » - MammoSite is a treatment option for early-stage breast cancer following breast-conserving surgery. Current standard treatment for early-stage breast c...
More » - Mind-Body medicine is the provision of services which recognize that the mind, the emotions and the spirit all have a role in the healing of the...
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An oncology nurse navigator is an oncology certified nurse (OCN) who provides education for each cancer patient concerning their individual treatme...
More » - We carry the following items in our Portland, Oregon locations: mastectomy bras, breast prosthesis, and lymphedema garments.
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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 » - Liver resection is the surgical removal of part of the liver. This operation is for some types of liver cancer and for certain cases of metastatic col...
More » - The choice of treatment and the long-term outcome (prognosis) for women who have ovarian cancer depends on the type and stage of cancer. Your age, ove...
More » - The following types of surgery are used to treat extrahepatic bile duct cancer:
Removal of the bile duct: If the tumor is small and only ...
More » - One of the following types of surgery may be used to treat pancreatic cancer:
Whipple procedure: A surgical procedure in which the head of the ...
More » - The choice of treatment and the long-term outcome (prognosis) of women with cervical cancer depends on the stage of the cancer. Your age, overall heal...
More » - Endometrial cancer detected in its early stages can be cured with surgery and close follow-up. Treatment choices depend on where the cancer is and how...
More » - A central venous catheter, or vascular access device (VAD), is a long, thin, flexible tube used to give medicines, fluids, nutrients or blood products...
More » - Radiofrequency ablation is the use of a special probe with tiny electrodes that kill cancer cells. Sometimes the probe is inserted directly through th...
More » - Chemotherapy delivered during hepatic arterial occlusion is called chemoembolization. The anticancer drug is injected into the hepatic artery through ...
More » - Surgery is a common treatment of all stages of gastric cancer. The following types of surgery may be used:
Subtotal gastrectomy: Removal of the...
More » - Surgery is used to treat many gynecologic cancers including uterine, ovarian and cervical cancers. Surgeries for gynecologic cancers include hysterect...
More » - The Breast Cancer Outreach Program at Providence Cancer Center provides women and their families with support services free of charge, including:
...
More » - Bronchoscopy is a procedure doctors use to look at the airways leading to the lungs. During bronchoscopy, a thin, lighted instrument (bronchoscope) is...
More » - Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS). In this test, a small ultrasound probe at the end of the endoscope is placed down the throat to the chest area. The ultra...
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 » - Minimally-invasive surgery using the da Vinci Surgical System is an effective alternative to traditional open and laparoscopic surgery that may allow&...
More » - Minimally-invasive surgery using the da Vinci Surgical System is an effective alternative to traditional open and laparoscopic surgery that may allow&...
More » - da Vinci Surgery for colorectal conditions, including colon cancer, rectal cancer, diverticulitis and inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative coli...
More » - Surgery is generally the most effective way to treat disorders of the heart, lungs and esophagus. But traditional open surgery has a number of drawbac...
More » - Minimally-invasive surgery using the da Vinci Surgical System is an effective alternative to traditional open and laparoscopic surgery that may allow&...
More » - If you have been told you need surgery for a disease affecting your pancreas, such as chronic pancreatitis or pancreatic cancer, ask your doctor if yo...
More » - Minimally-invasive surgery using the da Vinci Surgical System is an effective alternative to traditional open and laparoscopic surgery that may allow&...
More » - Endobronchial ultrasound is a less invasive alternative to mediastinoscopy for diagnosing and staging thoracic malignancies like lung cancer. End...
More » - Falling is a very real concern for older adults. Nearly half of all people over age 65 fall every year. Many are seriously injured.
When people worry...
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...
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Vascular diseases are known as “silent killers” because they often strike without warning. They are life-threatening diseases of the veins and arter...
More » - Providence Heart and Vascular Institute is committed to providing ongoing outreach and education to various audiences including community forums, empl...
More » - Positron emission tomography (PET) is a test that uses a special type of camera and a tracer (radioactive chemical) to look at organs in the body. The...
More » - An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of your heart. An EKG translates the heart's electri...
More » - A VAD is a mechanical heart pump that is surgically implanted in the body. The device helps a weak heart by pumping blood for the heart.
A tiny sp...
More » - Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is done for many reasons. It is used to find problems such as tumors, bleeding, injury, blood vessel diseases, or inf...
More » - Mediastinoscopy is a surgical procedure to examine the inside of the upper chest between and in front of the lungs (mediastinum).
During a mediastino...
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ELAN 301: A Phase III, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Efficacy and Safety Trial of Bapineuzumab (AAB-001...
More » - Providence neurosurgeons lead the region in minimally invasive procedures. These techniques allow them to treat conditions without surgery and with fe...
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Recovery from serious illness or injury often requires intense physical, occupational and speech therapy. Once a patient is discharged from the hosp...
More » - During this X-ray test, a catheter is inserted through a blood vessel in the groin or arm and moved up through the vessel into the brain. A dye is the...
More » - Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and Providence Portland Medical Center are homes to highly advanced cranial procedure labs. In these labs, witho...
More » - Providence neurosurgeons lead the region in minimally invasive procedures. These techniques allow them to treat conditions without surgery and with fe...
More » - Providence surgeons are improving care through endoscopic neurosurgery, an advanced procedure that uses a slender fiber-optic camera to improve visibi...
More » - Providence St. Vincent Medical Center is home to the world’s most advanced operating suite for brain tumors. With intraoperative magnetic resonance im...
More » - Our therapists provide treatment for the mental and emotional effects related to a number of conditions including multiple sclerosis....
More » - Our clinical experts can help you find appropriate orthotics, balance support, communication aid or other assistive equipment to help you be as indepe...
More » - Bone growth stimulators give electrical pulses that help the bones heal after spinal fusion surgery....
More » - Hypospadias is sometimes treated with surgery to correct the placement of the urethral opening, usually during the first year of life. There are sever...
More » - A closed reduction is done on a simple fractures in which the bones can be put back in place by simply manipulating them back together without making ...
More » - A tooth that is severely damaged may need to be removed. A surgeon who specializes in surgeries of the mouth (oral and maxillofacial surgeon) or your ...
More » - In most cases, the recovery period lasts only a few days. The following will help speed recovery:
Take painkillers as prescribed by your denti...
More » - A hole in the eardrum or "perforated eardrum" can come from a bad ear infection; a surgical procedure, such as placement of an ear tube; or ...
More » - You will probably need surgery to fix your fracture. The type of surgery you have will depend on where the break is and how bad it is. Your doctor may...
More » - An Implanted hearing aid, is a surgically inserted hearing device. A sound processor transmits sound vibrations to an inserted titanium implant. The i...
More » - Orthognathic surgery treats malocclusion ("poor bite") by restructuring the jaw through cutting the bone and repositioning the bone segments...
More » - In an excision, the infected material is drained and the cyst is removed. Because an excision is a complex procedure that requires a deeper cut than a...
More » - Providence Health & Services can ease hospitalization concerns for patients and their families. Providence offers guest housing and recommended ne...
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 » - Providence Heart and Vascular Institute’s Center for the Advanced Treatment of Atrial Fibrillation is a comprehensive center caring for patients with ...
More » - Surgery to remove the adrenal gland (adrenalectomy) is often used to treat adrenocortical carcinoma. Sometimes the nearby lymph nodes are also removed...
More » - Thrombolytic or "clot-busting" drugs offer an emergency treatment option for some people who are having a stroke. These medications, which i...
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 » - The American Society of Clinical Oncologists recommends cancer patients receive a treatment plan and summary. The treatment plan includes a personaliz...
More » - Welcome to the online photo display of babies recently born at Providence Health & Services hospitals. This virtual photo album is designed for pa...
More » - The last step of the hospital delivery experience for you and your baby to visit the Providence Postpartum Care Center one or two days after you are d...
More » - Babies who were born very pre-term or who were very sick at birth are at increased risk for developmental problems. When delays in development are ide...
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More » - Providence Health & Services offers three residency training programs. Program details include philosophy, curriculum, clinical training sites, fa...
More » - Please note: summer volunteer opportunities are not available.
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More » - At Providence Health & Services, you can find what you need to achieve wellness at every stage in life.
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Parenting with Providence:
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Our classes include:
Childbirth Preparation
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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 » - Our gift shops welcome guests in the lobby of many of our hospitals. Our teams of volunteers and staff are ready to assist you with a wide range ...
More » - My Little Waiting Room offers a fun, safe, drop-in child care environment for children whose families are tending to medical appointments or visi...
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...
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Providence Medical Group works with a group of 13 patients and family members of patients to improve how we care for patients who represent the p...
More » - Living Well with Chronic Conditions is a self-management workshop offered for Providence Medical Group patients. This six-week workshop is for patient...
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Pleurodesis is used to prevent fluid buildup around your lungs. During this procedure, a chemical or medicine (talc or doxycycline) is put into the ...
More » - Inhalation challenge tests are done to measure the response of your airways to substances that may be causing asthma or wheezing. These tests are...
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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Therapeutic hypothermia after cardiac arrest is a medical treatment used to treat patients who remain unconscious after resuscitation from cardiac a...
More » - The Edwards SAPIEN valve is a collapsible aortic heart valve that can be introduced into the body via a catheter-based delivery system. The valve is d...
More » - Surgery overview
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 ...
More » - A short-term ventricular-assist device is an external pump that temporarily does the work of a beating heart. For very sick patients the device buys t...
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Biventricular pacing is a promising new procedure that improves the pumping function of the heart by aligning (or "synchronizing") the fu...
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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 » - The convergent procedure is a minimally-invasive approach that combines the best of electrophysiology (EP) and cardiac surgery treatments to help rest...
More » - Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS) are professionals who are specially trained to help children of all ages and their families understand and cop...
More » - While in the hospital, the Inpatient Persistent Pain Rehab team can help you address your pain experience through non-pharmacological interventions. O...
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Watch a video featuring Dr. Michael Skokan, pulmonary medical director, Providence Lung Cancer Clinic, describing the need for lung cancer screening...
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