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Phone: (541) 412-2000

Address: 500 5th St, Brookings, OR 97415

Website: http://curryhealthnetwork.com

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Warts
Arthritis
Medical Weight Loss
Outpatient Services: Many aspects of your health are impacted by the food you eat. Dieting is not always about weight loss. Many people create new diets to address specific health concerns such as high blood pressure and excessive stress.
Stroke Rehabilitation
Curry General Hospital tops State in stroke care GOLD BEACH, OR - If you or someone you know has a stroke, faster care can mean a better outcome. In 2012 Curry General Hospital was the top hospital in the State of Oregon for providing clot-busting medication for stroke victims. Of all 58 Oregon hospitals, large and small, Curry General Hospital was the quickest on average for providing this life saving treatment.
Nutritional Counseling
Curry Health Network provides Nutrition Services by two part time Registered Dietitian Nutritionists who, together, have a combined 55 years of experience.
Pediatric Care
Primary Care
Specialty Referral A patient's primary care provider is the leader of your health care, contributing to your medical care and surrounding you with the resources necessary to keep you healthy. In addition to providing essential primary care, an important component of care coordination is referring you to a specialist for services he or she isn't able to provide.
Smoking Cessation
These measures include things like mortality rates, outpatient clinic vaccine rates, smoking cessation rates, patient safety, and hospital-acquired infection rates.
Family Practice
What began as a favorite childhood vacation destination turned into a lifelong goal for Curry Health Network's newest family medicine physician, Dr. Tyler Ferris.
Emergency Care
The Emergency Department is staffed with highly qualified and dedicated physicians who are on-site 24 hours per day, 7 days per week; and has earned a designation as a Level IV Trauma Center with 24 hour Trauma Surgeon availability.
Colonoscopy
In addition, the new "Referrals & Consults" page offers an easy method for physicians who wish to refer their patients to the RSC providers for any of the ambulatory surgical procedures such as Colonoscopy, Cataract and other eye surgeries, Cosmetic surgery, and Pain Management procedures.
Constipation
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
What kind of health concerns are seen? A BHC can help you reduce symptoms associated with various chronic medical conditions or help you cope better with these conditions such as headaches, sleep, high blood pressure, asthma, diabetes, obesity, chronic pain, irritable bowel syndrome, and others.
Electrocardiogram
The King of Hearts can provide your physician with valuable information about the rhythm of your heart. It allows the physician to determine if your symptoms correlate with any changes or irregularities in your heart rhythm. The King of Hearts Express (KOH) is a patient activated monitor that is worn for 30 days. It is used to evaluate symptoms such as dizziness, palpitations, and chest pain. It captures EKG information before and after you experience a cardiac symptom.
Urinary Incontinence
Our urologist performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to aid in the patients Urological care. Procedures to help in the diagnosis of prostate cancer and urinary incontinence with the ability to do ultrasound guided biopsy of the prostate and urodynamic testing to aid in the diagnosis of urinary incontinence are available. Curry Health Network also offers Pediatric Urological care which is new to our community. Once diagnosed, we can provide state of the art medical and surgical treatments, including laser treatment of kidney stones.
Diarrhea
Pneumonia
Immunizations
"Our staff is working very hard to ensure this vaccination effort is efficient and running smoothly. They're doing a great job, and responses from our community members have been overwhelmingly positive. When sufficient doses become available to increase the numbers of vaccines distributed, we have provisions that will allow us to vaccinate 360 people per day with our current staffing," Williams said. Curry Health Network has also been in contact with community partners who are willing to collaborate in the event the supply of vaccines increases beyond our capacity to quickly administer the vaccine.

Ophthalmologists

Ophthalmology
The hospital continually hosts visiting medical specialists who treat patients and/or perform surgery in oncology/hematology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, neurology, ear-nose-and-throat, cardiology, and general surgery.
Cataracts

Gynecology
Dr. Battey is excited to be living on the beautiful southern Oregon coast with the opportunity to utilize his experience and training as an OB-GYN physician to care for the patients of our communities.
Obstetrics
The topics for this month's town hall will include agenda items from the Board of Directors meeting to be held earlier in the week, including but not limited to provider recruitment, Obstetrics, the planned Emergency Room in Brookings, and the possibility of rebranding the Network. Razo will also be introducing Dave Gilmore, CHN's new Chief of Ambulatory Services and a Brookings resident.
Endometriosis
Pregnancy
● Curry Family Medical in Port Orford provides Coumadin monitoring and other limited lab testing, such as rapid strep screens, urinalysis, urine pregnancy testing and some microscopic analysis. For all other ordered tests, the specimens are couriered to Curry General Hospital for testing. Call 541.332.3861 for Outpatient Specimen Collection Service hours.
Labor and Delivery
Labor and Delivery services at Curry General Hospital resumed on March 1, and on March 5 the first baby - a healthy boy - was born in the new program, followed by a second baby boy delivered March 28.

Internal Medicine
"Obstetricians, an orthopedic surgeon, a pediatrician, an internal medicine specialist - these are the things you expect when you come to a community the size of Curry County," Bair said in June. "You expect to find those things and they're strangely absent. What kind of red carpet do we roll out to our physician recruits when they come to town?"
Urology
In addition to a new general surgeon, Dr. Steven Johnson, a board-certified Urologist, will be joining Curry Health Network in October to work in conjunction with Dr. Harm Kraai. Dr. Johnson comes to the area from Twin Falls, Idaho; earned his medical degree from Northwestern University - The Feinberg School of Medicine, completed an internship in surgery at the Bexar County Teaching Hospital through the University of Texas, and completed residencies in general surgery and urology at University of California at Los Angeles School of Medicine.
Kidney Stones
Colon Cancer
Dr. Levine has been an ACS Fellow since 1996. His areas of interest include trauma care, open and laparoscopic surgery of the alimentary canal and peritoneal cavity, hernia repair, colon cancer prevention and screening, benign ano-rectal disease, and biliary pathology.
Endoscopy
The Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, founded in 1979, is the leader in ambulatory health care accreditation with more than 6,000 organizations accredited nationwide. AAAHC accredits a variety of organizations including, ambulatory surgery centers, office-based surgery centers, endoscopy centers, student health centers, military health care clinics, and large medical and dental practices. AAAHC serves as an advocate for the provision of high-quality health care through the development of nationally recognized standards and through its survey and accreditation programs. AAAHC accreditation is recognized as a symbol of quality by third-party payers, medical organizations, liability insurance companies, state and federal agencies and the public.
Urinary Tract Infection
Prostate Cancer
Cancer Care
The chemotherapy project aims to serve a population that is underserved, older, and disabled, thereby addressing the pressing need for cancer services in the county. Over 52% of Curry County's population is 55 years or older, with 34% aged 65 and above. The 65-74 age group alone is projected to grow by 15.1% in the next five years, highlighting the urgent demand for accessible cancer care.

Neurology
Curry Medical Center provides convenient access to experienced and dedicated primary care providers; in addition to specialty care including gynecology, general and urology surgeons, neurology, and pain management.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Dr. Perry provides a full range of general orthopedic services at CHN and offers endoscopic carpal tunnel release, an outpatient procedure that helps alleviate the pain, numbness and tingling of carpal tunnel syndrome, and gives patients a faster and often less painful recovery than traditional surgery.
Epilepsy
Just a few of the conditions that are medical emergencies that should be treated at a hospital Emergency Department include persistent chest pain, especially if it radiates to your arm or jaw or is accompanied by sweating, vomiting or shortness of breath; persistent shortness of breath or wheezing; severe pain, particularly in the abdomen or starting halfway down the back; loss of balance or fainting; difficulty speaking, altered mental status or confusion; weakness or paralysis; severe heart palpitations; sudden, severe headache; sudden testicular pain and swelling; newborn baby with a fever; intestinal bleeding; falls with injury while taking blood thinning medications; loss of vision; head or eye injuries; obviously broken bones or dislocated joints; bleeding that won't stop or a large open wound; vaginal bleeding with pregnancy; serious burns; seizures without a previous diagnosis of epilepsy.

Depression
Mental Health
The BHC does not provide traditional psychotherapy. If you request, or the BHC thinks you would benefit from, specialty mental health services, the BHC will recommend that you and your PCP consider those services.
Psychiatry
Curry Health Network is comprised of Curry General Hospital, Curry Medical Practice and Shore Pines Assisted Living in Gold Beach; Curry Family Medical in Port Orford; and Curry Medical Center, Rush Surgery Center and Brookings Psychiatry in Brookings.
Behavioral Health
Curry Health Network (CHN) provides Behavioral Health Consultation services to all patients empaneled to a CHN provider within our outpatient clinics as a part of good overall health care.
Anxiety

Endocrinologist

Diabetes Care
"Even if you are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you won't be alone," said Jane Doroff, one of two registered dietitians at Curry Health Network. "We work with your provider--and you--to personalize plans to help you manage diabetes and improve your overall health," she continued. "Our teams have extensive experience with all aspects of diabetes care to help you manage or prevent type 2 diabetes. We also provide education on eating and lifestyle changes that may prevent type 2 diabetes from fully developing."
Thyroid

Ultrasound
The healthcare system also added a new echocardiogram (cardiac echo). Handheld wands use ultrasound technology to capture pictures of the heart's valves and chambers and evaluate the pumping action of the heart. Providers use the detailed images to identify heart disease, check heart function and detect other heart-related problems.
MRI
The purpose of annexing the southern end of the county to the health district is to establish a tax base to expand the current Brookings Medical Clinic [correction: Curry Medical Center] on Fifth Street to accommodate a full emergency department (ED) - hoped to open in August - and build a second, 25,000-square-foot building for [correction: possible dialysis] dialysis, infusion therapy for cancer patients, an MRI [correction: an MRI is already in the process of being integrated into the existing clinic], surgery ward [correction: the District may consider incorporating Rush Surgery Center, their ambulatory outpatient surgical center, into the expanded CMC - but there are no plans for a surgery ward], two 24-hour hold beds and more clinic offices.
Radiology
All CHN medical imaging professionals are licensed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Radiologists and the mammogram departments are accredited by the American College of Radiology--the gold standard of safe, quality care. The trained, licensed professionals work closely with providers to give complete, clear pictures of each patient's health; this allows them the best options for care.
X-Rays
Nuclear Medicine
At Curry Health Network, we have enhanced our imaging offerings with installations of new, state-of-the-art CT scanners, cardiac echo imaging and dual head gamma cameras used for nuclear medicine imaging. Learn more about the addition of these leading-edge tools with the highest standards of quality available in the area which provide superior images, faster, more accurate results and a better patient experience. Learn more.
Mammography
Curry Health Network is thrilled to announce that the first exam using 3D mammography was scheduled December 21 at Curry Medical Center in Brookings. Combined with superior imaging technology, routine mammograms are the best defense against breast cancer because regular screenings make it easier to detect cancer in its early stages.
Computed Tomography
While the community has seen the multi-story structure being constructed over time, it's an entirely new experience seeing it from the spacious interior, seeing the new furniture, artwork and medical equipment. Razo used the CT scanner as an example. "The new scanner is the latest technology; 64-slice versus the 16-slice CT in the old hospital," said Razo. "A full body CT scan will now be done so quickly, and with the lowest dose of radiation possible."
Chemotherapy
[GOLD BEACH, OREGON] May 10, 2023 - Curry Health Network (CHN) is thrilled to announce that it is working to bring chemotherapy services to Curry County. The CHN Board of Directors and administration have been working with a consultant for the past 10 months to develop a master facilities plan, and at the board meeting on May 4, the board directed CEO Virginia (Ginny) Williams to move forward with a Request for Proposals for design services for a new building to abut the south side of Curry General Hospital that will house the new service and will connect directly to hospital corridors, ensuring convenient access and comprehensive care for cancer patients in Curry County.

General Surgery
The program provides comprehensive orthopedic medical and surgical services with our team of dedicated physicians, nurses, physical therapists, pharmacists and staff that provide support and guidance through the continuum of care.
Orthopedics
When it comes to orthopedics, you want personal care that gets you back in action. Now you can get that care at Curry Health Network.
Wound Care
Hand Surgery
The new procedures that Dr. Carlson will offer include breast and reconstructive surgery, upper endoscopy, hand surgery and abdominoplasty. Other procedures she performs include colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, skin cancer and skin lesion removal, burns, simple and complex hernia repairs, colon, gallbladder, thyroid, appendix, and small intestine surgeries. She will perform surgeries at both Curry General Hospital and Rush Surgery Center in Brookings.
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Perry received his medical degree from Michigan State University in East Lansing and earned his master's degree in microbiology and bachelor's degree in biology from Occidental College in Los Angeles. He completed a medical internship at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan and a residency in orthopedic surgery at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. Prior to joining Curry Health Network, Dr. Perry had a successful private practice in Grants Pass, Oregon, with hospital privileges at Asante Three Rivers Medical Center.
Bunions
Ingrown Toenails
Reconstructive Surgery

Plastic Surgeons

Plastic Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Laparoscopic Surgery
Cosmetic Surgery

Skin Cancer
Corns
Cyst
Calluses
Fungus
Rashes
Burns

Physical Therapists

Sports Medicine
Throughout his more than 30 years as a general orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Perry has provided a variety of care. "I'm a general ortho surgeon, which means I do everything," he explained. "I do shoulders, hips, knees, hands, feet, sports injuries, trauma. My career has been very full of all-nighters and working through a weekend of trauma procedures."
Physical Therapy
Nicole Hernandez, a patient who currently receives physical therapy for a torn rotator cuff and whose son receives speech therapy from CHN, expressed her excitement about the new therapy suite. She and her son live in Brookings but have to travel to Gold Beach every week for their appointments, and she is ready for their 40-minute drive to become less than 10.
Occupational Therapy
Curry Health Network adds Speech, Occupational Therapy services Curry Health Network recently announced the addition of speech and occupational therapy now available at Curry General Hospital in Gold Beach, and at Curry Medical Center in Brookings.
Flatfoot Correction
Heel Pain
Geriatrics
Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy

General Podiatry
Dr. Steven Brantingham, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist with advanced training to diagnose and treat problems affecting the feet. From arthritis and arch disorders to injuries and other issues, Dr. Brantingham is your "sole mate" for diagnosis, treatment and compassionate podiatry care close to home.
Bunions Problems
Calluses
Flat Feet
Hammertoes
Heel Pain
Ingrown Toenails
Foot Emergency Care
The new Curry General was designed with quality care, patient satisfaction and patient privacy in mind. "The registration area offers increased privacy. So does the ER - whereas curtains separated patients in the old 400 square foot Emergency Room, the new ER is ten times larger and has four private exam rooms plus a two-bay trauma suite. There is privacy in the surgical services department, privacy in the blood draw area, privacy in the diagnostic imaging suite. We have private consultation rooms for physicians to speak with patients and their families. Everything was designed for patient privacy," she said.
Podiatric Surgery
Surgical Services Curry General Hospital's Surgical Services provides on-staff Board certified specialists in General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Urological, Gynecological, and Podiatric Surgery. We also offer the services of visiting medical surgeons specializing in Ear-Nose-Throat, Plastic Surgery, and Opthalmology.

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