The Portland Clinic-Downtown Surgical Center

The Juneteenth holiday celebrations begin tomorrow, June 15, with the annual Juneteenth Parade! We wish everyone a memorable weekend as you celebrate this historic holiday. You can find many family-friendly events happening across the city here: https://bit.ly/3RqqATq.

May is Mental Health Month. At least one in five Portlanders will experience a mental health condition, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), and nearly every American will have a friend or family member who's affected by mental illness. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health, and there are many ways to find help, hope and healing. If you or someone you know needs mental health support, we're here to help: https://bit.ly/3x0upYq

All of our clinics will be closed this coming Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. We wish everyone a safe and fun weekend!

We are thrilled to announce Amy Mulcaster, D.O., as the new chief executive officer of The Portland Clinic. She is the first partner-owner of the clinic to serve as CEO; the first doctor in more than 50 years to serve in the position; and the first female CEO in the clinic's 103-year history. Bringing a unique set of skills and a dynamic perspective to the role, Dr. Mulcaster will usher the clinic into a new era.

One great way to amp up your breakfast is to add protein. Add nuts to your cereal, spread almond butter on your toast, or add protein powder to your smoothie.
Read more smart strategies from our nutrition team for fueling your body here: https://bit.ly/44OhntR

Congratulations to our Ophthalmology, Optometry, Pediatrics, and Podiatry providers who have been named in Portland Monthly magazine's "Top Doctors and Nurses of 2024" list. We appreciate every opportunity to celebrate our providers and the amazing care they provide to our patients. See the full "Top Doctors and Nurses of 2024" list: https://bit.ly/487ZDtn

We're excited to share our spring quarterly patient newsletter with you. Offering thoughtful suggestions for navigating loneliness, turning off our screens and tuning into life, plus a simple energy bar recipe, and more! Read the full newsletter here: https://bit.ly/4dFd0oG

It's National Nurses Week, and we're proud of the incredible work our nurses do at The Portland Clinic. Cheers to all of the nurses making a difference every day through their compassionate patient care.

is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old and unneeded medications safely and anonymously. On Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. bring those old and unneeded medications to a collection site near you: www.DEATakeBack.com

For , we're celebrating Crater Lake. Known as the deepest lake in the United States, we're captivated by its natural beauty and wonder!

We're celebrating our Internal Medicine, Nephrology, and Neurology providers who were named in Portland Monthly magazine's "Top Doctors and Nurses of 2024" list.
Their dedication to our patients and the excellent care they provide make us proud every single day. See the full list of our providers recognized here: https://bit.ly/487ZDtn

We're thrilled to welcome, Ashley Crabb, MSN, AGNP-C, to our internal medicine team at our Beaverton clinic. Her passion for serving others began after volunteering for a community hospital in high school. Her career as a nurse practitioner allows her to continue serving her community while following her interest in health care. When Ashley isn't connecting with patients, she enjoys hiking with her family and their dogs. Read more about Ashley on her provider profile: https://bit.ly/4b1udqb.

When you need quick, reliable care, our Urgent Care in Tigard has you covered.
Use our convenient "On My Way" feature to put yourself on the patient list before you arrive at the clinic. Find more details about the care we provide here: https://bit.ly/3Obl4D8

Coffee drinks, energy drinks, sodas, juices and cocktails can add up to hundreds of calories a day, and they're low-quality calories. Consider challenging yourself to replace some of these beverages for healthier options. Get guidance on balancing your beverages: https://bit.ly/3vX2hoA

If you've been feeling lonely, isolated or disconnected lately, you're not the only one. In the U.S., loneliness may be what connects us. Katie Koehler Esser, LCSW, one of our behavioral health providers offers ways to lift loneliness. https://bit.ly/49tSIes

Public health is all about preventing disease, diagnosing health conditions, and encouraging health and well-being. Let’s take advantage of smartwatches, health apps, telehealth, and other innovations to improve the nation’s health. www.NPHW.org

International Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is March 31, celebrating all trans-identifying community members, including non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning individuals. This day of celebration also raises awareness to the fact that trans individuals are still fighting for basic human rights on both a social and a legislative front. This TDOV, we encourage you to learn more about this topic, or consider donating to the community through one of the resources listed on the last slide. All of the resources are on our linktree: https://linktr.ee/theportlandclinic

Today is National Doctors Day! At The Portland Clinic, we’ve been treating the people in our community with compassion, integrity, and understanding for more than 100 years. We're incredibly proud of our doctors and their commitment to serving our patients. And we thank our patients for their trust in our care. Cheers!

Joey Beardsley, DNP, FNP-C is our newest internal medicine provider at our Northeast location. He brings a decade of experience in emergency and cardiac care nursing. As a primary care physician, he strives to provide both preventive care to work with patients to maintain their health, and treatment to help them manage chronic and acute conditions if they arise. When he's not in practice, you can catch him at a Timbers or Thorns game with his family. Learn more about Joey and his passion for patient care here: https://bit.ly/3x9Kif0.

March is Gender Equality Month. We’re highlighting four activists who have dedicated their life and work to advocating for gender equality. The Portland Clinic believes everyone should have equal access to gender-affirming health care and feel safe and supported as they receive care from their providers. You’ll find links to the resources on slide 4 on our Linktree here: https://linktr.ee/theportlandclinic.

Counting calories can turn eating into a numbers game, instead of the nourishing pleasure that it's supposed to be. Challenge yourself to broaden your mindset and tune into how your meals make you feel. Focus on eating high-quality foods that give you energy and stamina, and leave you feeling satiated. Our nutrition team shares effective strategies for eating well and meeting your health goals. Tip #2 is to focus less on calories, more on quality. Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3IsIsIw.

Happy Social Worker Month!

We're proud to share our Gastroenterology, Gynecology, and Infectious Disease providers who have been listed in Portland Monthly magazine's list of 2024 Top Docs and Nurses. Thank you to our entire team for their hard work and commitment to our patients! See the full list of providers that were recognized this year: https://bit.ly/487ZDtn

Managing weight isn't all about food, but food is definitely part of it — and sometimes a stressful one. This year, let's dial back the stress and turn up the success. We're offering valuable tips from our nutrition team to help you learn simple strategies to support your weight management goals. Tip #1 is planning your plate, read the full article: https://bit.ly/3IsIsIw

This Sunday, March 10 is Daylight Savings. Don't forget to set your clocks forward one hour. We'll miss out on some sleep, but the silver lining is, we'll have more time to enjoy a beautiful sunset with friends or family in the coming weeks.

Cheers to our Dermatology, Ear, Nose and Throat, and Family Medicine providers who were honored in Portland Monthly Magazine's list of 2024 Top Docs and Nurses. We are grateful for every one of these amazing providers. Join us in congratulating them! https://bit.ly/487ZDtn

February is Black History Month, and the theme is African Americans in the Arts. We’re highlighting five prominent figures who have made a monumental impact on American art, culture, and history. We introduce them on slide 2, so you can learn more about them. On slide 3, we share resources for you to discover Black artists across many genres of art and creative expression, opportunities for you to learn more about Black history, and events to support local artists living and making art in Oregon. Find links to the resources here: https://linktr.ee/theportlandclinic.

We're pleased to introduce Ethan Fram, M.D., who recently joined our urology team. His love for solving complex problems led him to become a physician. He is passionate about offering thorough and informative care to help his patients understand their urological conditions and achieve their health goals.

We're thrilled to have his clinical expertise and compassionate approach to patient-centered care in our clinic. Dr. Fram practices at our Downtown and Tigard locations. You can learn more about him and schedule an appointment here: https://bit.ly/48m3Qtm

Happy Lunar New Year!
Lunar New Year is one of the most important celebrations in many Eastern and Southeastern countries like China, Vietnam, and Korea. The date of the Lunar New Year follows the lunar calendar and differs every year. This year, it is celebrated today, February 10. This holiday symbolizes removing the old and bad and bringing in the good and new. Find out how you can celebrate the Lunar New Year here: https://www.travelportland.com/events/lunar-new-year/

We are excited to share that 37 of our providers have been named in the Portland Monthly magazine's "Top Doctors and Nurses of 2024" list. We're proud of all of our providers and medical staff for their dedication to caring for our patients. You can view the full list here: https://bit.ly/487ZDtn

The Portland Clinic-Downtown Surgical Center