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Specialty:

Family Medicine

Clinical Interests:

Chronic and acute disease management, with special interest in women’s health, gender affirming care, anxiety, and depression

Languages:

English

Education and Certification:

2014 Bachelor of Science in Biology, Whitworth University Spokane, WA

2019 Doctor of Osteopathy, Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine Yakima, WA

2022 Family Medicine Residency, Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana Missoula/Kalispell, MT

Biography:

Dr. Genevieve Birang is a Family Medicine Physician, specializing in chronic and acute disease management with a focus on women’s health, gender-affirming care, and mental health, particularly anxiety and depression. With a commitment to providing comprehensive and compassionate care, Dr. Birang takes pride in developing strong, trust-based relationships with patients, understanding their unique needs, and working collaboratively to achieve optimal health outcomes.

Originally from Poulsbo, Washington, Dr. Birang graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Whitworth University in Spokane, WA, in 2014. She went on to earn her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Yakima, WA and completed her residency at the Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana in Missoula/Kalispell, MT, in 2022.

Her residency was specifically geared towards practicing medicine in rural and underserved areas, and she is looking to bring that experience into her practice at Orchid Health.

A PNW native, she has enjoyed living in the Willamette Valley for the past several years. She enjoys gardening, reading, marine biology, and exploring new coffee shops and cuisines with her family and friends.

Education and Certification:

OHSU's DNP/FNP Program 2022

Biography:

Vanessa is an FNP and Doctor of Nursing Practice from a small town in rural Illinois. Vanessa has lived in several places, including Chicago, San Francisco/Oakland, California, and Rhode Island, and currently lives in Eugene. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2005 and her doctorate in nursing practice from OHSU in Portland, OR in 2022.

Vanessa has worked as an RN in many settings, such as emergency, primary care, urgent care, HIV, gender-affirming care, maternal child health home visiting, and adolescent psych. Her primary focus has been on trauma-informed care.

Vanessa’s current focus is primary care. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, camping, and spending time with her children. She has also attended a couple of schools of herbal studies in California and Oregon and enjoys working with plants, particularly those that are native and/or medicinal.

Education and Certification:

M.N. as a nurse practitioner from OHSU in 2021, B.S. in Nursing magna cum laude from OHSU in 2019, bachelor's degree in Botany from Oregon State University in 2014

Biography:

Cameron Metzler, a dedicated nurse practitioner, embarked on his healthcare journey by obtaining a B.S. in Nursing magna cum laude from OHSU in 2019. Following his passion for healthcare, he continued his education at OHSU, graduating with an M.N. as a nurse practitioner in 2021. However, his academic journey began earlier with a bachelor's degree in Botany from Oregon State University in 2014.

Cameron's career in healthcare started as a CNA in various settings, including hospitals and hospice care. He then progressed to work as a nurse in a long-term care facility. Later, he gained valuable experience as an FNP, primarily serving internal medicine patients at Oregon Medical Group in Eugene, a position he held from December 2021.

Throughout his professional journey, Cameron has developed special interests in rural health access, community health, and substance use disorder treatment.

Originally from Albuquerque, NM, Cameron has called Oregon home since the age of 18 when he attended OSU for his undergraduate studies. Cameron has celebrated two years of marriage and recently welcomed a beautiful child into the world.

While spending several years in Portland for schooling, Cameron has developed a deep appreciation for Eugene's abundance of green spaces and the city's ease of navigation. During his leisure time, he indulges in video games, reading books, and delving into various DIY projects in their first home.

Education and Certification:

Oregon Coast Community College, Registered Nurse

Biography:

Jeanna Nicoson is a registered nurse with a passion for patient-centered holistic care. Growing up in the small coastal community of Newport, Oregon, she developed a deep appreciation for community and well-being.

Jeanna earned her Associate of Applied Sciences in Registered Nursing from Oregon Coast Community College in 2012. Since then, she has gained experience in various healthcare settings, including triage nursing in family practice, internal medicine, home health, and mental health. This diverse background allows her to approach patient care with a comprehensive understanding of their needs.

Currently, Jeanna focuses on family medicine, where she champions a holistic approach to healthcare.  She believes in empowering patients to be active participants in their well-being.

Outside of work, Jeanna enjoys an active life filled with kayaking, disc golf, and watching baseball.  She is also an avid collector of sports cards and memorabilia. Balancing a busy career with her family, which includes six children, two dogs, and a cat, keeps her life full and rewarding.

Education and Certification:

CMA, NCCT Associates Degree at Pioneer Pacific College

Biography:

Alex is from Pleasant Hill, Oregon. She enrolled in Pioneer’s Pacific Medical Assisting program in 2019, which led to the completion of her Associate's Degree. After school, she did an internship at a local podiatrist clinic and worked at a COVID Clinic to assist with drive-thru testing.

Alex was Orchid’s first medical assistant and has helped onboard and train new members of the team.

Her current focus is supporting the Patient Support Specialist role and helping the front office. When Alex is not working she enjoys bike riding, watching true-crime series, thrift store shopping, and spending time with her family in Eugene.

Education and Certification:

CMA, NCCT Associates Degree at Pioneer Pacific College

Biography:

Courtney was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon and briefly relocated to Beaverton, Oregon from 2011 to 2013. After, she relocated to Eugene.

After attending Lane County Community College, Courtney completed her Associates Degree in Medical Assisting at Pioneer Pacific in 2018. For the past 3 years, Courtney has worked as a medical assistant for 3 years in both family practice and internal medicine. As Fern Ridge’s new Medical Assistant, Courtney is most excited about supporting the community in the best way she can.

In Courtney spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and two young daughters. She enjoys hiking, dinner with friends, appreciating the outdoors, and running her small business on Etsy.

Biography:

A graduate of the University of Oregon Business School, Orion has served as a consultant for several local businesses, was named the 2013 Oregon Student Impact Entrepreneur of the Year by Portland State University, and was awarded as a Freeman Fellow while working on a healthcare project in Cambodia. His passion for improving the healthcare system stems from his experiences growing up in a rural Alaska, and the opportunity for large-scale positive impact.

Specialty:

MD, pediatrician, and supervising physicians

Clinical Interests:

general pediatric, developmental and behavioral pediatric, and children’s kidney Health

Languages:

English

Education and Certification:

Bachelor of Science from Stanford University, MD from Penn State & residency at OHSU at pediatrics

Biography:

Dr. Marty Grasmeder grew up in Philadelphia and moved out to the west coast with his family while entering college. Upon his move, he was accepted into Stanford University where he got his degree in Biology, followed by earning his MD from Penn State University.

After his university, Dr. Grasmeder held a residency in pediatrics at OHSU. Dr. Grasmeder did his fellowship in children's kidneys at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Later in his career, Dr. Grasmeder decided to expand his calling and took a role as a Pediatrician in Sika, Alaska. His service extended to local indigenous tribes and he was the only pediatrician on an island town of 8,500. His career grew and flourished while in Alaska, however, his heart was in the Northwest.

After nearly 20 years serving rural populations in Alaska, Dr. Grasmeder returned to the west coast as Multnomah County’s Medical Director. His impact at the county lasted for nearly 7 years until he semi-retired.

Now he is returning to his roots in rural healthcare to help expand care for everyone and to improve the social fabric and network to help people thrive in their communities while creating healthy communities.

When Dr. Grasmeder is not working; he enjoys spending his time fishing, learning about European history, spending time with his family and children, riding bikes, and woodworking.

Specialty:

Family Medicine

Clinical Interests:

Chronic and acute disease management, with special interest in women’s health, gender affirming care, anxiety, and depression

Languages:

English

Education and Certification:

2014 Bachelor of Science in Biology, Whitworth University Spokane, WA

2019 Doctor of Osteopathy, Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine Yakima, WA

2022 Family Medicine Residency, Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana Missoula/Kalispell, MT

Biography:

Dr. Genevieve Birang is a Family Medicine Physician, specializing in chronic and acute disease management with a focus on women’s health, gender-affirming care, and mental health, particularly anxiety and depression. With a commitment to providing comprehensive and compassionate care, Dr. Birang takes pride in developing strong, trust-based relationships with patients, understanding their unique needs, and working collaboratively to achieve optimal health outcomes.

Originally from Poulsbo, Washington, Dr. Birang graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Whitworth University in Spokane, WA, in 2014. She went on to earn her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Pacific Northwest University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Yakima, WA and completed her residency at the Family Medicine Residency of Western Montana in Missoula/Kalispell, MT, in 2022.

Her residency was specifically geared towards practicing medicine in rural and underserved areas, and she is looking to bring that experience into her practice at Orchid Health.

A PNW native, she has enjoyed living in the Willamette Valley for the past several years. She enjoys gardening, reading, marine biology, and exploring new coffee shops and cuisines with her family and friends.

Biography:

Jennifer is a native Oregonian who grew up in a community much like Estacada. After working for over 20 years in large healthcare systems, she is excited to have joined Orchid Health where she can bring her experience to have a direct impact to the community in a more personal way. Her passion is for enhancing the patient experience through improving processes, eliminating obstacles to care, and building quality healthcare teams.

When she's not working, Jennifer enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, dancing, and loves basketball. Jennifer and her daughter often give back to the community by volunteering serving meals and other community service projects.

Biography:

Before joining Orchid he has worked in many various roles within Community Health Clinics and also more recently an insurance organization. Hobbies include, bowling, hiking and generally being outdoors. He has a love for dogs.

Biography:

Michael has a passion for fostering cultures of well-being and has spent his career working with socially-conscious businesses and nonprofit organizations to design and implement people-positive, complexity-conscious systems. He brings a wide and diverse skillset to the table and is happiest connecting with others in ways that facilitate understanding and growth.

Michael graduated from Western Washington University, and although he lived all over growing up, he has been happily rooted to the PNW most of his adult life. In his free time, he loves diving into board games, traveling to new destinations, and hitting the park with his dog.

Specialty:

Family Medicine

Clinical Interests:

Preventative Care, Office Procedures, Dermatology, Advanced Care Planning

Languages:

English

Education and Certification:

BS in Human Biology – University of Western States, Portland, OR

MS in Physician Assistant Studies – Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR

Master of Health Care Delivery Science – Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH

Professional Memberships:

Oregon Society of Physician Associates (OSPA)

American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA)

Society of Dermatology Physician Associates (SDPA)

Catholic Medical Association (CMA)

Biography:

Andrew grew up in rural Holmes County, Ohio, home to the world’s largest Amish population. He did most of his undergraduate training at The Ohio State University before moving to the Portland area in 2010.

Andrew has been practicing as a Physician Assistant/Associate at Orchid Health for much of the last decade and is excited to continue serving patients at Orchid’s clinic in Welches/Hoodland. He has a special interest in dermatology, with a focus on skin health, prevention, and treatment of various conditions.

Andrew and his wife moved to the Pacific Northwest in 2010 and, along with their three children, now consider it home. They enjoy being involved in their local church and spending time outdoors hiking and backpacking. On more leisurely days, he can be found exploring the local food and coffee culture.

Specialty:

Family Medicine

Clinical Interests:

Chronic Disease Management, Preventative Care, Family Planning, Women’s Health, Substance Use Disorders, Health Policy

Languages:

English

Education and Certification:

2004 Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Fairfield University Fairfield, CT

2011 Bachelors of Science in Nursing, MGH Institute of Health Professions Boston, MA

2011 Masters of Science in Nursing, MGH Institute of Health Professions Boston, MA

2021 Doctor of Nursing Practice, Oregon Health & Science University Portland, OR

Biography:

Shelby grew up in Connecticut and moved to Boston, Massachusetts where she lived for 10 years prior to following her husband and love of the outdoors to Oregon.

While in Boston, Shelby pursued a career in nursing. During nursing school she spent 3 months in Teton Valley, Idaho serving a rural mountain farming community, where her family lives today. After completing her nursing program, she was accepted into the country’s second Nurse Practitioner residency program at a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Worcester, Mass. Upon completion of this residency program, she assumed a variety of leadership roles including Director of the Nurse Practitioner residency program and Director of Advanced Practice Clinicians (Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants).

In Oregon, Shelby worked for the East County Clinic in Gresham and then OHSU’s only FQHC, the Richmond Clinic, located in SE Portland. Prior to COVID-19, Shelby started OHSU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Program. Her clinical work and DNP project focused on the development of an outdoor and indoor respiratory clinic to support the ongoing care, testing, and treatment of high-complexity, high-risk patients throughout the pandemic. She won several awards and was featured on Oregon Public Broadcasting for her work. She is excited to transition from FQHCs to serving more rural communities.

In addition to her clinical role, Shelby also teaches at the OHSU School of Nursing and is an active member of the Oregon Nurses Association, American Association of Nurse Practitioners, and is the Chair of the Health Policy Committee for Nurse Practitioners of Oregon.

When not at work, Shelby enjoys running, hiking, backpacking, gardening, cooking, and reading. She also loves spending time with her family and road tripping the great states of Oregon, Washington & Idaho.