Surgeons & Specialists

There are many types of  specialized surgeons who perform a variety of surgical procedures throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. This requires many levels of training. An Oregon surgeons education can range from extensive training in general surgery, to highly specialized procedures within their chosen field. The specialties of many surgeons often overlap. There are … Read more

Senior Care Services

Did you know that persons age 65 and older are the fastest growing segment of America’s population? Americans are living longer for longer periods of time, creating a demand in services for Elder care. Additionally, the baby boomers although among the healthiest generations, will not only need to look into options for their aging parents, … Read more

Urgent Care

Urgent care centers provide walk-in, extended hour access for acute illness and injury care that is either beyond the scope or availability of the typical primary care practice or retail clinic.  There are over 8,700 urgent care centers in the US, approximately 4,500 of which are fully-fledged centers that would meet the criteria for a … Read more

Physical Therapy

Get Moving with Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy Why Get Moving? Currently 69.2% of our population is overweight, while 35.6 percent of this overweight population is considered obese. Only one in five (or 20.6 percent) of adults in the U.S. currently meet the minimum standard of physical activity for muscle strengthening and aerobic physical activity, both … Read more

Pediatrics & Family Care

Picking a pediatrician can cause new parents a lot of anxiety-. This person will be not only your child’s doctor, but guide you through many sleepless nights of fever, earaches and croup. You want to find someone you trust, respect and see eye to eye with, and who your child feels good about. After all, … Read more

Dental Health

What is the best way to ensure your oral health? Make sure you see your dentist regularly and practice good dental hygiene. Many illnesses can be avoided through better dental care. Research and find out what services your dentist offers. In addition to the prevention of cavities and disease, some dentists offer cosmetic services, such … Read more

Dermatology

What to do when evaluating a dermatologist. Be sure he or she is board certified. Their updated certification verifies that they have passed a rigorous board examination, assuring you that they are qualified. Your dermatologist is a physician who is specialty trained to evaluate and treat skin disorders, and has both the education and experience … Read more

Family Practitioners

Family Practice doctors are qualified to prevent, diagnose and treat illness and injuries from newborn babies to elderly people. Family practice doctors are required to possess the skills and education information, along with the expertise in both the male and female anatomy, knowledge of all organ systems and education and expertise in the signs, symptoms … Read more

Best Oregon Hospitals

What determines if your Hospital is the best or just the best fit for you?Patient satisfaction, along with the level and variety of specialized services available to you. Look for an advanced credentialed staff, and Oregon hospitals whose contributions to the development of each professions’ body of knowledge is one of the many ways to … Read more

Vision & Eye Care

Qualifying your Doctor. Did you know that an ophthalmologist is a medical doctor (M.D. or D.O.) with special training to diagnose and treat all diseases of the eye.To become an ophthalmologist requires a minimum of eight years of medical school and hospital training after college. An ophthalmologist is qualified to provide all aspects of eye … Read more