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10/31/2013

Trick-or-Treating Traffic Safety

Tonight the streets will be filled with ghost and goblins, pirates and princesses, out to gather Halloween goodies. What’s scary is, kids are four tim More>>

09/26/2013

The Flu shot: Who should get it, how it works and why it won't make you sick

This week's "What's Going Around" segment on KOIN-TV focused on the flu vaccine--who should get it, how it works and why it won't make you s More>>

09/26/2013

Varicose veins bothering you? Hear what your options are

Greg Stroup, M.D., at Providence Medical Group - Newberg, answers commonly asked questions about varicose veins and how to handle them in an interview More>>

09/12/2013

Understand the symptoms of anxiety and depression

Women today have a lot on their plates, so being stressed out is kind of normal. But if you’re anxious or depressed more than usual, you may have an a More>>

09/12/2013

How to detect symptoms of anxiety and depression in women

Carrie Milligan, M.D., answers questions about how to detect the symptoms of depression and anxiety, how both are treated and why they are more preval More>>

09/12/2013

What's Going Around: Lice prevention and treatment knowledge

In this What’s Going Around segment on KOIN News, Dr. Vanessa Vanderpool talks about lice – how to avoid it, and how to treat it. With kids back in sc More>>

09/11/2013

What's Going Around: Kids and Heat

When you’re having a heat wave, would you know how to recognize the signs of heat stroke in children – and know what to do? Dr. Annie Mack from Provid More>>

09/09/2013

Just in time for fall sports: Pediatric immediate care available on the westside

When should you choose immediate care over the emergency room? Here are some tips to help parents make the best choice for their children. More>>

08/29/2013

Recent measles outbreak rekindles vaccine talk; how to protect your child

The recent news of a measles case in the Portland area and an outbreak in Texas stress the importance of vaccinating your child against measles.  More>>

08/29/2013

Immediate care or ER? Here are some tips for knowing which is best for you

Knowing when an immediate care center or the emergency room is best for you or your child's situation can be difficult, but knowing the facts will all More>>

08/22/2013

Getting kids back on track for going back to school

As summer draws to a close, families are getting ready for the start of a new school year and, if you plan ahead, you can fend off a frazzled first da More>>

08/14/2013

Back to school is more than just supplies: how to help your child prepare for the new school year

Dr. Annie Mack, PMG-Plaza pediatrician, talks with KOIN about the many aspects of getting kids ready to go back to school.  More>>

08/08/2013

Endurance athletes shouldn't underestimate the importance of a well-balanced, healthy diet

With Providence Hood to Coast Relay and Portland Marathon just around the corner, many athletes are at the height of their training--but may not be fu More>>

07/25/2013

Kids and summer injuries: Emergency or immediate care?

Being a kid during the summer means playing outside – but the great outdoors can also expose your child to injuries, allergic reactions, severe sunbur More>>

07/09/2013

Managing summertime allergies

Summer is blooming all over, but all that blossoming can wreak havoc with your allergies. If you’ve been suffering from constant sneezing and itchy, w More>>

06/24/2013

Keep kids busy and engaged this summer with suggestions from a pediatrician

Dr. Annie Mack, Providence Medical Group-The Plaza, suggests limiting screen time and increasing outdoor activities to keep kids busy this summer.&nbs More>>

05/31/2013

Free youth heart screenings for children age 12 to 18

Chances are your child's heart is healthy – and yet a small percentage of young people have hidden heart defects that put their lives at risk, especia More>>

05/22/2013

How to protect kids from sun risks

Brush up on your sun smarts with tips from Dr. Kristin Stevens, medical director of Providence Medical Group - Dermatology, in this article from the O More>>

05/07/2013

PMG opens new sports care clinic

Providence Medical Group-Sports Care offers sports medicine services at JELD-WEN Field in downtown Portland. More>>

03/08/2013

Providence names new physician services leaders

Providence Health & Services has named two new leaders for physician services across the five-state system. Craig Wright, M.D., will serve as seni More>>

02/14/2013

Commit 2 Be Fit campaign takes annual wellness exam to the air

As a part of KATU-TV's new Commit 2 Be Fit campaign, news reporter Melanie Wingo is committing to get fit--on the air.  More>>

02/08/2013

Providence offers comprehensive oral, head and neck cancer care at new clinic

Unique to the Northwest, the new multidisciplinary clinic bridges the gap between medicine and dentristry for patients with oral, head and neck cancer More>>

02/07/2013

Portland in Practice: What's going around Portland clinics

Dr. Aoi Mizushima, Providence Medical Group - North Portland, shares what his clinic has been seeing a lot of in the last month--norovirus and lice.&n More>>

01/29/2013

Neurology services expand in Portland

Providence Neurological Specialties-East has opened in the plaza building on the campus of Providence Portland Medical Center. More>>

12/10/2012

Oncologists join Providence Medical Group-Seaside

Stacy Lewis, M.D, and Christie J. Moore, D.O., have joined Providence Medical Group-Seaside. They will be caring for patients at the Providence Cancer More>>

07/11/2012

How to get your kids moving

Kids are 40 percent less active than they were 30 years ago. Get tips on how to motivate kids to be more active. More>>

01/18/2012

Providence Medical Group Names Medical Director for Cardiovascular Clinical Services

Providence Medical Group announced today that Daniel Oseran, M.D., has been named medical director for cardiovascular clinical service. In this expand More>>

01/06/2012

Lifesaving project lands Providence physician first "Innovation Advisor" selection from Oregon

Providence’s Shelley Schoepflin Sanders, M.D., is the only Oregonian to be named as an “Innovation Advisor” to the Center for Medicare and Medicaid In More>>

10/21/2011

How much noise is too much?

Patti Pieper, D. Au., of Providence Neurodevelopmental Center for Children, discusses some of the things that can cause hearing loss over time and wha More>>

09/08/2011

New Physician at Providence Medical Group - Oregon City Improves Access to Care

Gerry Dunlap, M.D., an internal medicine physician, has joined the staff of Providence Medical Group–Oregon City and is accepting new patients. More>>

08/01/2011

Providence expands services in southwest Washington with opening of PMG-Camas clinic

Medical care just got easier in southwest Washington, thanks to a new Providence Medical Group clinic opening in the Camas community on August 1. More>>

06/07/2011

March of Dimes: "Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait"

Babies born after 37 weeks of pregnancy are full-term. However, new research has shown that a baby’s brain nearly doubles in weight in the last few we More>>

10/10/2013

Concussions in youth sports: Plenty of risk, not enough education

Lindy McDonald, a14-year-old scrappy point guard is slowly recovering from her third concussion at the same time that such blows to the head are More>>

04/26/2013

Providence supports patients through palliative care

Providence is committed to palliative care and addressing the needs patients in the Columbia Gorge. Thanks to a two-year, $170,000 grant from the Camb More>>

04/19/2013

Hood River medical residency training program improves patient access in the gorge

Four new physicians, improved health care for the poor and vulnerable and an emphasis on access to primary care are all part of an exciting new progra More>>

03/15/2013

Providence Hood River named one of the nation's best - again

For the second consecutive year, Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital has been named one of the “Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals” in the country More>>

03/12/2013

Providence coffee shop teaches life skills to local students

Walk through the main entrance of Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital, and chances are you will notice the smell of coffee—and the energy of high More>>

02/05/2013

Providence Hospice of the Gorge partner to lead culturally sensitive care presentation at national conference

Providence Hospice of the Gorge will be featured at the annual National Palliative Care Congress for their innovative program that provides More>>

01/04/2013

Super-boost your immune system this winter

To make sure you don’t get caught with your guard down, Molly Olson, M.D., shares the three most important things your immune system needs from you to More>>

10/25/2012

"A bee saved my life", local woman shares inspiring cancer journey in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Debbie Clark is allergic to bees. And yet she credits a bee with saving her life. More>>

10/08/2012

"Hearts of Gold" shine at annual gala

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Foundation honors community members through annual Hearts of Gold Gala, which benefits Swindells Resource Cent More>>

10/05/2012

Providence Hospice of the Gorge helps children express grief through play

Once protected by the reality of death, children are now being encouraged to participate in the grieving process according to a recent article publish More>>

10/01/2012

Ask and expert: Shape up for fall sports

Sports medicine expert Dr. John Durkan has advice for high school athletes on how to get back into shape before fall sports. More>>

07/14/2012

Providence Bedpan Open is a Swinging Success

The 21st annual Providence Bedpan Open golf tournament at Indian Creek Golf Course raised more than $17,000 for the Jane Mellor Youth Dental Voucher P More>>

06/22/2012

Pilot program offers relief for chemo patients

Chemotherapy infusion patients in Hood River can now meet with a pharmacist during each treatment, thanks to a new pilot program aimed at improving pa More>>

06/11/2012

Gorge cardiologists make local history: New services now available at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital

Cardiac history is being made in the Columbia River Gorge as Providence cardiologists Kathy Grewe, M.D., and Robert Florek, M.D., complete a series of More>>

05/02/2012

Woman Uses Stroke Experience to Educate Others

When Martha Hoskins planned her lunch with Joan Chapman, she had no idea that a robot would help save her life.  More>>

04/18/2012

No need to travel for expert cardiac care: cardiologists join Providence

We are proud to announce that we will be expanding our cardiology services in the Columbia Gorge. Kathy Grewe, M.D., and Robert Florek, M.D., have joi More>>

04/06/2012

Mary Morell feels new energy with first Providence pacemaker

The mountain scene paintings by Mary Morell can be found in homes and offices all over Hood River County. Now the retired orchardist has a new claim t More>>

04/04/2012

Shed Winter Blues and Pounds with Tips from Providence

The rain remains, but spring is here. And when the sun does return, we’ll notice the days are longer, helping to soothe those who find their moods aff More>>

02/28/2012

Christopher Van Tilburg, M.D. from Providence Occupational and Travel Medicine Clinic.

The Oregonian featured a story from Providence physician, Christopher Van Tilburg and featured Mike Murray, medical director of Providence Mountain Em More>>

02/22/2012

Providence Hood River's dialysis care expands - provides convenient, less expensive option for patients

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce dialysis care has expanded to include peritoneal dialysis services, including a 24-hour More>>

02/02/2012

Guide to heart health: Oregon cardiologists dish about diet, supplements, surgery

We've heard too many loud claims about heart healthy super foods, miracle diets and medical "breakthroughs."  Providence Integrative Me More>>

12/15/2011

Stitching Together Threads of Hope: Prayer Shawls Comfort Hospice Patients

It’s a labor of love and hope for Mary Mullins. The 87-year-old resident of The Dalles, Ore., spends her free time weaving yarn into shawls and hats f More>>

10/15/2011

The Importance of Regular Mammograms

Providence medical oncologist, Anupama Kurup was a guest on Good Day Oregon to discuss mammogram guidelines. Dr. Kurup did a fabulous job of talking a More>>

10/05/2011

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Among Nation's Best

Providence reached top 100 status from the National Rural Health Association (NRHA) in a first-ever comprehensive rating of such hospitals.& More>>

09/25/2011

Providence workers aid patient's son after fire

Providence Hood River employees stepped forward to help a patient with more than medical needs. More>>

07/29/2013

Providence Medford to host cardiology symposium for providers

Providence Medford Medical Center’s Continuing Medical Education Program will host  “Supporting Healthier Lives from Prevention to Intervention,” More>>

06/13/2013

Providence Medical Group to open specialty clinic in Ashland

In August, Providence Medical Group will open a specialty clinic in Ashland at 935 Siskiyou Blvd., located in Ashland Family Practice with Dee Christl More>>

06/03/2013

Providence Medford opens Cardiac Rehabilitation Center

Providence Medford Medical Center will hold an open house on Tuesday, June 25, from noon to 2 p.m. for its newly opened cardiac rehabilitation center, More>>

05/24/2013

Leila J. Eisenstein Breast Center at Providence offers testing for BRCA1, BRCA2

The Leila J. Eisenstein Breast Center at Providence Medford Medical Center offers couseling and the same genetic test that convinced Angelina Jolie sh More>>

05/20/2013

Wanted: A loving, compassionate heart for hospice

What does it take to be a Providence Hospice volunteer? No experience is necessary, just a loving and compassionate heart and a willingness to offer f More>>

04/29/2013

Experiencing Breast Cancer: From Caregiver to Survivor

Nicole McPheeters understands, both professionally and personally, the importance of having a mammogram. As the Breast Center coordinator at Providenc More>>

04/03/2013

Providence Medford Medical Center receives IAC echocardiography accreditation

Providence Medford Medical Center receives accreditation in echocardiography by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). More>>

11/07/2012

Providence Home Health rated among top in the U.S.

For the fifth consecutive year, Providence Home Health has been named a top home care provider in HomeCare Elite’s annual compilation of the top- More>>

08/24/2012

PMG-South to participate in historic partnership

The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services Innovation last month announced which clinics will participate in its new national Comprehensive Prima More>>

08/24/2012

Providence receives grant to expand Palliative Care Program

With help from a Cambia Health Foundation grant, Providence Medford Medical Center is expanding its palliative care program to provide the full contin More>>

08/07/2012

Providence welcomes new physicians in southern Oregon

Welcoming the following new physicians and providers: More>>

07/13/2012

Providence Medical Group-Cardiology accomplishes clinical first

In July PMMC made history in its hospital by completing its first successful atrial septal defect closure. Christopher Cannon, M.D., of Providence Med More>>

02/25/2012

Providence leading the way in cardiac care techniques

Providence Medford Medical Center is one of approximately 10 percent of hospitals in the United States routinely offering an advanced cardiac catheter More>>

10/01/2011

Neurologists join Providence

Expanding our services to meet the community's needs. More>>