Legacy Emanuel and Randall Children’s Hospital (LEH) provides a full range of services, including conventional surgery, heart treatment, critical care, neurology/stroke care/brain surgery, and care for high-risk pregnancies.

This means that we do just about every kind of surgical case including: General surgery, orthopedics, urology, gynecology, robotic surgery, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, ENT, OMFS, ophthalmology, burn surgery, cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, pediatrics (including general, ENT, urology, orthopedics, dental, and cardiac). We also provide anesthetics in these procedure areas: MRI/CT, endoscopy unit, EP lab, Cath lab, and interventional radiology suite.

"Working at Emanuel is very rewarding because we get to practice the full spectrum of Anesthesiology, from obstetric and pediatric to geriatric patients and everything in between. The variety and complexity of cases can be a challenge, but our partners are always available to help, and they're amazingly supportive and flexible. Partners help each other, not just in the OR, but also to make our schedules and lives work because the group understands we should all be here for the marathon and not a sprint. Emanuel is a great fit for me, and I can't imagine working anywhere else in Portland. " - Justin Ramos, MD

We employ over 40 anesthesiologists at our Legacy Emanuel location. We have a variety of partners with fellowship training who work within sub groups, including pediatrics, cardiac and obstetric anesthesia. Individuals in the pediatric subgroup care for children under two years of age and critically ill children. The cardiac subgroup does a variety of on pump and minimally invasive cardiac procedures and the pediatric cardiac subgroup takes care of children with congenital cardiac anomalies. Our non-fellowship trained partner’s days consist of neuro, ortho, ENT, thoracic, gyn, urology and others.

"Legacy Emanuel and Randall Children's Hospital is truly a unique place to work. Our patients range from all ages and backgrounds. We regularly take care of both healthy outpatients and patients who have come to us as a last resort. Often our patients and their families have been coming to Emanuel for generations, and our patients see us as an anchor in the communities we serve.” - Amy Greene, MD LEH Department of Anesthesia Chairperson

Our group at Emanuel has come up with a room pick system that is fair and equitable. We have found that this system greatly enhances the frequency that we are assigned to a room that we enjoy working in.

Basically, every anesthesiologist on the schedule is assigned a "pick" number between 1-19 for each weekday they are scheduled to work. Pick numbers are distributed each trimester. Our schedulers are meticulous at making sure the numbers are allocated in a fair manner. If your pick number is “1”, you get first choice of the room you want the next day. Pick #2 gets second choice, and so on, until all rooms are assigned. Our Anesthesiologist-in-Charge (AIC) calls every person starting at 2:00 pm to make their pick.

You are expected to complete all cases that are scheduled in your room for the day. If your room is running late with scheduled cases and/or your surgeon adds an add-on case that is likely to go past 5:00 pm, the Call Team can work with you to arrange coverage.

Our staffing model includes an AIC (Anesthesiologist-In-Charge). The AIC works closely with the OR Charge RN to facilitate the smooth flow of the OR, complete the schedule for the next day, and generally troubleshoot all OR related issues. Anesthesiologists can go to the AIC with questions and requests during their workday.

We provide three in-house call positions every day (trauma, general operating room, obstetrics), and two home call positions. All positions are 24-hours, although if desired the in-house calls can be split into two 12-hour shifts, staffing permitting.

Post-call days off are mandatory for in-house call positions in order to allow our partners to rest and recuperate. If there are any days off on the schedule they are preferentially given to post-home-call staff.

Call assignments are meticulously tracked to ensure we all are assigned the same amount of call as determined by your FTE.

Generally, you will be assigned one call day for every five days you work. After call shifts have been assigned, members are able to swap or give away call shifts.

Vacation is scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis, with three weeks off every trimester for a full time position.

Holidays and certain desirable weeks off are picked once each year by means of a rotating list (after picking this year, the top partners move to the bottom for next year). There is no hierarchy for vacation picking and new partners may have off all holidays while established partners may end up with two holiday calls.

“The scheduling flexibility is fantastic at Emanuel. There's often the chance to pick up more work if I need to pay for a remodel at home. Conversely, by scheduling post-call days or arranging a swap with a colleague in advance, I can almost always make it to my kid's soccer games. We work hard in the hospital, but we also value our lives outside of work.” - Kate Ropp, MD

Our Anesthesiologist group is supported by a Certified Anesthesia Specialists (CAS) team who assist with lines, blocks and run blood gases for us. They also run the cell saver machines and assist with all outlying cases. There is also an Anesthesia Aide team who does all turnovers within the operating room and can bring you equipment when needed.

We communicate via a Vocera, which we all wear during the day. In all trauma cases, and any case involving a massive transfusion, we have specially trained Trauma Resource Nurses who specialize in transfusions and trauma cases. They are an invaluable resource for establishing IV access and transfusing patients.

Our new ORs are currently under construction and should be finished by 2024.

Who practices critical care at OAG?
The Critical Care Division of Oregon Anesthesiology Group consists of a cohort of Board Certified Intensivists practicing Critical Care Medicine at hospitals throughout the Portland metro area.

Practice sites include:

• Legacy Emanuel,
• Legacy Meridian Park,
• Legacy Good Samaritan,
• Providence St Vincent.

How will I divide my time between anesthesiology and critical care?
The typical scenario is to block out weeks for Critical Care Medicine (CCM) and weeks for Anesthesiology. Most partners work at a ratio of 25:75 CCM:Anesthesiology though a few work a greater percentage of CCM.

At what types of ICUs are OAG physicians working?
Medical, Surgical, Neurosurgical, Cardiac. Some practice locations include V-V and V-A ECMO management.

What is the call schedule?
The call schedule varies by location. The majority of call is taken from home but a few sites necessitate in-house night-time coverage. Call burden also varies per site is anywhere from Q3 to Q7 days.

Will I be working at night?
Yes you will be working at night, either in-house or from home.

We hope you are interested in joining our dynamic group to practice Critical Care medicine with OAG!

“Emanuel is a special place for a number of reasons. There are very few practices around that have the case diversity and lifestyle flexibility that we enjoy. During my relative short tenure here I have been able to join Doctors Without Borders on six different missions ranging from six weeks to three months in duration. Not only have my partners been willing and able to give me the time off, my familiarity and comfort in pediatrics, trauma, OB and burns on missions directly relates to having seen those cases at Emanuel. Additionally, I routinely consult my partners and Emanuel's specialists with questions about complicated patients in the field. I quite frankly cannot imagine working anywhere else.” - Matt Hotchkiss, MD

“My work family makes this my dream job: from the respectful surgeons to the helpful nurses to the call for help from my anesthesia colleagues that never goes unanswered. The trauma system lends a true "team" mentality, and I feel a great sense of support and belonging whenever I'm at work.” - Kate Ropp, MD

“The foundation of our group is based on collaboration. We work with each other, rely on each other and lean on each other. We are a work family in the truest sense of the word. We have a strong mentoring program, Anesthesia-In-Charge program and a Social Director who organizes happy hours and events. We also place a strong emphasis on work-life balance, ensuring that no one is feeling like they are sacrificing one for the other. If you have a special event, we bend over backwards to make sure you can attend it. No one should miss a wedding or reunion or girls trip because they couldn't get the time off from work.

We look forward to meeting and talking with you! Even if we do not fit what you are looking for in a practice, we hope that by showing you around Emanuel we can start to develop OAG friendships that will last for years." - Amy Greene, MD LEH Department of Anesthesia Chairperson

What if I am a generalist who hasn't managed pediatric patients in a while? Support is available for helping you transition back into young patients again. At first, you’ll be able to pick rooms with patients over the age of 12, who will come with an IV in place. You can then gradually pick rooms with younger kids, as you are more comfortable. We have call people and the AIC available at all times to help you until you are comfortable on your own. Also, the RNs are experienced with placing IVs in children and place almost all IVs while we manage the airway. There is always a pediatric fellowship trained person on call to manage pediatric cases during the night.

What is it like to be the new person on the team? You will absolutely be 100% supported at LEMC. We encourage you to ask for help early and often. Our motto is “Asking for help is a sign of good judgement and not a sign of weakness." LEMC's staffing model places multiple colleagues outside the OR (C1, AIC, OB) who are always willing to help any partner with a challenging situation. We also believe strongly in the OAG mentoring program, where a partner will be assigned to be your go-to resource person for anything you need. (Examples: How does this surgeon like to do this surgery? Do we need an A-line in that surgeon’s cases? Where should I park? Who has the best sushi in town? You get the idea!)

Legacy Emanuel is located in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Portland–inner North Portland, across the Willamette River slightly north of downtown.

Distance from hospital to:

• 2 miles to Pearl District
• 3 miles to Keller Auditorium
• 3 miles to Powells Bookstore
• 3 miles to Oregon Convention Center
• 3 miles to OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry)
• 3 miles to OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)
• 4 miles to PSU (Portland State University)
• 5 miles to Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
• 7 miles to PDX Airport

Neighborhoods in Portland, Oregon

West Linn

• Population: 27.37k
• Median Home: $839,500
• Median Income: $124k
• Area Feel: Sparse suburban
• Families with Children: 75%
• Top Schools: Lakeridge High School, West Linn High School, Three Rivers Charter School, Hallinan Elementary School, Lakeridge Middle School.

West Linn is consistently rated on many different reports as one of the best places to live in Oregon. This area is in Clackamas County, one of the more forgiving districts for property taxes. It’s geographically located between the Willamette and Tualatin rivers on the southern outskirts of Portland. West Linn is one of the oldest settlements in Oregon, and it’s right across the Willamette River from historic and ever-charming Oregon City.

You’ll find tons of upscale restaurants, coffee shops, and bars in West Linn. West Linn is also home to some pretty great parks such as Tanner Creek Skate Park, Willamette Park, and Fields Bridge Park. It’s home to a killer farmer’s market too. The Summer Street Market has fresh local produce, artisan gifts, vintage and thrift vendors, food, a beer and wine garden and live music.

West Linn is well-known around Portland for their annual street dance, Dance in the Streets, where people literally have one massive dance party in the streets.

If you’re looking to buy a luxury estate in West Linn, the starting point is $1M to $6M, and worth every penny.

Lake Oswego

• Population: 40.7k
• Median Home: $1.4 million
• Median Income: $120k
• Families with Children: 72%
• Top Public Schools: Lake Oswego Senior High School, Lake Oswego Middle School, Lakeridge High School, West Linn High School, Oak Creek Elementary, Forest Hills Elementary, Lakeridge Middle School
• Top Private Schools: Our Lady of the Lake School, International Leadership Academy, West Hills Montessori School, Park Academy, KinderCare Learning Center.

Rated #1 in Best Places to Live in Clackamas County by Niche.com, Lake Oswego is also in Clackamas County with some areas extending out to Multnomah and Washington Counties. Although pretty mellow, you’ll find a ton of great restaurants, coffee shops, and parks in “Lake O”.

Lake Oswego is, as you’d imagine, located on a big, beautiful lake. The area has a huge selection of luxury homes, most of which are tucked into the hillside–giving them outstanding views. Luxury homes in Lake Oswego start at the $1M mark and go all the way up to the $10M mark. It’s by far the most well known wealthy neighborhood in Portland.

Southwest Hills

• Population: 6,279
• Median Home: $1.1 million
• Median Income: $131k
• Area Feel: Urban Suburban Mix
• Families with Children: 27%
• Top Public Schools: Lincoln High School, Le Monde French immersion school, Ainsworth Elementary School, Rieke Elementary School, West Sylvan Middle School
• Top Private Schools: Northwest Academy, The International School

The Southwest Hills area is actually a collection of amazing neighborhoods such as Portland Heights, Arlington Heights, and Healy Heights. Located in Multnomah County, Southwest Hills is just a short walk into downtown. It’s also right by Washington Park, The Timbers Stadium, Oregon Zoo, Portland Japanese Garden, and the International Rose Test Garden.

You’ll find neighborhood pubs, awesome restaurants, hiking for miles, and literally anything else you could think of. Like Lake Oswego, you’ll find the luxury homes in the Southwest Hills, Portland, to be tucked away into the hillside and equipped with some of the best views in Portland. You’ll pay anywhere from $1M to $3M to buy a luxury home in the Southwest Hills.

Pearl District

• Population: 6k
• Median Home: $547,470
• Median Income: $72,458
• Area Feel: Dense urban
• Families with Children: 3%
• Top Public Schools: Lincoln High School, Le Monde French immersion school, Richmond Elementary School, West Sylvan Middle School, Emerson School
• Top Private Schools: CLASS Academy, ChildPeace Montessori School

Part of downtown Portland, the Pearl District is an area that’s super popular with young professionals, and is considered an up and coming wealthy neighborhood of Portland. Also located in Multnomah County, the Pearl is within reach of some of the finest bakeries, restaurants, hole-in-the-wall eateries, bars, and coffee shops in all of the Portland metro.

NW Hillside – 23rd and Knobhill

• Population: 12,059
• Median Home: $870k
• Median Income: $88,175
• Area Feel: Urban
• Families with Children: 13%
• Top Public Schools: Lincoln High School, Sunset High School, School of Science and Technology, International School of Beaverton
• Top Private Schools: CLASS Academy, ChildPeace Montessori School

Rated #2 in the Best Neighborhoods to Live in Portland, the Northwest Hillside area is an absolute dream for those looking for a larger renovated colonial home or a new build close to all the action but far enough away to have some peace and quiet.

Bethany

• Population: 24,396
• Median Home: $613k
• Median Income: $135k
• Top Public Schools: Westview High School, Sunset High School, School of Science and Technology, International School of Beaverton
• Top Private Schools: Bethany Village Montessori School, The Goddard School, West Union KinderCare

Bethany is an unincorporated community located in Washington County. One huge benefit to living in Washington County is that it is the best for home tax rates in the entire metro and surrounding suburbs. It’s also less than five minutes from the Portland Hillsboro Airport.

Luxury homes in Bethany tend to be more on the traditional home design with colonial exteriors and modern interiors plus a mix of new build and renovated. Although, there are some custom homes that have the modern style inside and out, and there’s plenty of room to build your own custom home here. Wherever you purchase, homes in Bethany often come with wraparound views and a lot of greenery. A luxury pad here will cost you anywhere from $1M to $10M.

Eastmoreland

• Population: 4,335
• Median Home Value: $853k
• Median Income: $124,592
• Families with Children: 36%
• Area feel: Sparse Suburban
• Top Public Schools: Grant High School, Le Monde French Immersion School, Richmond Elementary School, Emerson School, and Llewellyn Elementary School.
• Top Private School: Holy Family School

Consistently rated the #1 Best Neighborhood to Live in Portland by niche.com, Eastmoreland is a gem that you might miss upon your first spin around the city. It’s located in inner SE Portland and is part of Multnomah County. One of the busier spots on the list, Eastmoreland has access to a lot of great bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

Many families and young professionals live in Eastmoreland and residents tend to be liberal. Eastmoreland is home to the infamous Reed College, which has been attended by Steve Jobs and many other celebrity-status geniuses.

The luxury homes in Eastmoreland are a mix of modern, colonial style, and country cottage. To buy a luxury home in Eastmoreland, you’re looking at a starting point of $1.5M and going up to $2.5M-$3M.

Southeast Portland Schools

NICHE GRADE: B+ NUMBER OF SCHOOLS: 22+

Lake Oswego is on the more expensive end of Portland living. So, if you’re looking for a good-sized house for less money, and great schools, look no further than Happy Valley in Southeast Portland.

Happy Valley is an up and coming area where you can get a lot of bang for your buck. In Happy Valley, there’s Scouters Mountain Elementary, Happy Valley Junior High, and Clackamas High School. With much of Happy Valley being fairly new, these schools are modern and very clean.

As mentioned in a previous post, Happy Valley is an extraordinary community where the house you get for the price doesn’t even compare to anywhere else in the Portland Metro. It’s also close to Portland International Airport, around 45 minutes from downtown Portland, and closer than most areas to the iconic Mount Hood where you can ski, snowboard, float, bike, camp and hike.

Although a little further out, Happy Valley is still conveniently located. You can easily get to West Linn, Lake Oswego, or head down to Salem. With a ton of brand new construction, Happy Valley is its own new, fully-fledged community with lots of entertainment, recreational areas, dining, shopping, and it even has a couple of awesome vineyards too.

Back closer into the Portland Metro is inner Southeast Portland. Southeast Portland is an interesting one because it’s almost as if it has been sliced into three unique areas.

The one area in Southeast that stands out for the highest quality of family living is Mount Tabor North. This area has Glencoe Elementary, Mount Tabor Middle, and Franklin High School. These three schools rank 7-8 on greatschools.org and the area is a very desirable place to live. The Mount Tabor North community boasts some amazing scenery, turn-of-the-century homes, lots of nightlife and entertainment, a walk score of almost 70, a bike score of 85, and plenty of parks for the kids.

Northeast Portland Schools

NICHE GRADE: B+ NUMBER OF SCHOOLS: 20

Right next to Mount Tabor is a great community named Laurelhurst. It has the best of two worlds because it spans across both SE Portland and NE Portland. It’s one of our favorite spots to go to and it’s home to Laurelhurst Park.

Laurelhurst Park is unique in that it has been known to feel very familiar to people who have hailed from all over the world. The only explanation that can be found is that the park has similar attributes to some of the world’s best outdoor recreational areas. This familiarity gives the Laurelhurst community a very homely vibe.

The very best schools available around this area are Laurelhurst Elementary School, Mount Tabor Middle School, and Grant High School.

Head a little bit further to the East and you will find Rose City Park which is in the catchment area for Beverly Cleary Elementary, Mount Tabor Middle, and Grant High School. Rose City Park is connected to Fremont Street which has lots of OG Portland dining, and some quirky little stores. The actual park in the area has an accessible play area, accessible restrooms, paved and unpaved paths, picnic tables, playground, soccer field, softball field, and a lighted tennis court.

So those are two Northeast neighborhoods in Portland that are comfortable to live in, have great schools, lots of entertainment, recreational areas, awesome walkability, and generally all the things a family needs.

Source: living-inportlandoregon.com/wealthiest-neighborhoods-in-portland/

OAG began providing anesthesiology services at Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center on December 1, 2023. Legacy has been in partnership with OAG for over three decades. We now serve five of the major Legacy hospitals in the Vancouver-Portland Metro Area.

Hospital Information

• The hospital has 213 beds staffed.
• Averages 60 births per month.
• Family Birth Center is a cozy, home-like atmosphere with access to advanced technology.

Neonatal Intubation Workshop - November 19, 2024

• CRNAs work in the OR and OB units 10 to 12 hour shifts and have no mandatory call or weekends.

Specialty areas include general surgery, bariatrics, urology, spine, colorectal and gender care services.

Site Leadership

• Peter Kelsey, MD, Site Chair
• Shaun Disney, MD, Medical Director
• Terra Lorenz, DO, Site Quality Director
• Dominique Irigoin, Lead CRNA

Our collegial group has a total of 36 physician anesthesiologists and CRNAs.

Our site leaders share their experiences and takeaways a year after OAG began providing anesthesiology services at Legacy Good Samaritan:

"The weeks after December 1 were more than a bit surreal. New colleagues, new surgeons, new nurses at every turn. But little by little, the steepness of the learning curve eased, things slowly felt less awkward. By embracing local Good Sam traditions, like “freaky-hat Fridays” and strutting our stuff at the OR Fashion Show, we’ve made steady inroads with our new OR staff colleagues, essential to moving from acceptance to thriving in any new setting. This rewarding process continues to this day.

Honestly, though, what’s been most gratifying, rewarding, and personally satisfying about the past year is the strength of the culture and the depth of the collegial bonds we’ve built here, together, as a group. People I may only have known just by name a year ago have become friends. We’ve pulled each other through an undoubtedly difficult period, professionally, and along the way expanded the circle of people we care about personally. That is a truly remarkable thing. " -Dr. Tom Cull, OAG Anesthesiologist

"It is surreal to think we have almost made it to the one-year mark of welcoming OAG to LGS. As the lead CRNA for this site, I initially felt apprehensive about the transition to a new group, but OAG quickly made me feel heard and valued. I can now confidently recruit other CRNAs to this site knowing we have a solid foundation of Anesthesiologists and CRNAs. Congratulations on our one-year mark, and here’s to many more to come!" -Dominique Irigoin, CRNA

"We have been incredibly fortunate to have received such a warm and hospitable welcome from our new family at LGS. It is truly a special place with a rich history and an amazing location representing the best that Portland has to offer. From surgeons to nurses and staff, everyone has welcomed us with open arms, and we are beyond grateful to have found a home at such an exceptional institution. We look forward to growing these relationships for years to come and continuing the serve this community while delivering quality clinical care with personal compassion and professionalism." - Dr. Shaun Disney

"Beyond the clinical achievements, we have fostered a fun, positive, and welcoming culture that makes coming to work a joy every day. We have also been fortunate to grow alongside a wonderful group of CRNAs, whose professionalism and camaraderie have further strengthened our team and culture. I couldn’t be prouder of what we have built together and the foundation we’ve laid for continued success." - Dr. Peter Kelsey

Volunteering Abroad Dr. Hamish Rickett training anesthetists in Ethiopia.

Portland, Oregon’s largest city, sits on the Columbia and Willamette rivers, in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Hood. It’s known for its parks, bridges and bicycle paths, as well as for its eco-friendliness and its microbreweries and coffeehouses. Iconic Washington Park encompasses sites from the formal Japanese Garden to Oregon Zoo and its railway. The city hosts thriving art, theater and music scenes. ― Google

Distance from hospital to:

• 1 miles from Multnomah Athletic Club
• 2.5 miles from Legacy Emanuel Medical Center
• 3 miles to Pittock Mansion, Hoyt Arboretum, Portland Japanese Garden
• 4 miles to OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry)
• 10 miles to PDX Airport
• 17 miles to Sauvie Island

Neighborhoods

Pearl District: This chic, artsy, and lively neighborhood gives you urban living at its finest! In this very walkable neighborhood, you're surrounded by great restaurants, brew pubs, shopping, art galleries, and an abundance of other entertainment options.

Nob Hill/NW 21st & 23rd Avenue: If you're looking for luxury, shopping, walking, then the Nob Hill neighborhood could be a good spot for you living in Portland, Oregon. This walkable, busy, action packed, Portland neighborhood has a more European feel to it. NW 23rd, the main street running through this Portland neighborhood, is bustling with activity and littered with unique, upscale, one-of-a-kind restaurants and stores. If outdoor recreation is more your thing, this Portland neighborhood is close to Washington Park and Forest Park, where you'll find incredible views, forests, wildlife, and many hiking trails.

Sellwood-Moreland: Located in Southeast Portland, the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood is one of the best if you want to move to Portland, Oregon. Bordered by the Willamette River and some other great neighborhoods, the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood has a neighborly small-town feel and is a great Portland neighborhood for someone who appreciates a less hectic pace of life. With some of Portland's best schools, great restaurants, fun bars, coffee shops, a grocery store, an amusement park, a theatre, and many other great local businesses, all within walking distance in this beautiful Portland neighborhood, you'll find yourself leaving your car at home and walking/getting to know those in your community. For nature and outdoor recreation, Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge gives you 170 acres of meadows, woodlands, and wetlands to explore. Or you can view the sunset from one of the many trails along the Willamette River.

Boise/Mississippi Avenue: Located on the east side of the Willamette River, this very hip and popular Portland neighborhood sports trendy shops, wonderful cafes, and a ton of Food Carts. If you are a foodie and looking to move to Portland, Oregon, this could be the right Portland neighborhood for you. This young, urban, and hip neighborhood is bustling with bike traffic and foot traffic and is a short commute into downtown Portland. Besides the many food options, this neighborhood has many coffee shops, bars, live music options, and other great local businesses, all within walking distance. If you want to live in Portland, Oregon, and get the true Portland feel, this Portland neighborhood could be a good spot for you.

Buckman & Kerns: If you're looking for an abundance of entertainment options, a good microbrew, and many dining choices, the Buckman & Kerns neighborhoods might be a good spot for you. Located on Portland's east side, these fantastic Portland neighborhoods have beautiful tree-lined streets, peaceful parks and are surrounded by historic homes. With a nice mix of older home styles, condos, and apartments, these Portland neighborhoods have something for just about anyone who wants to live in Portland, Oregon.

Hosford-Abernethy/Clinton: If you're looking for slightly more affordable, vibrant Portland neighborhoods with a lot of personality, then the Hosford-Abernethy/Clinton neighborhoods could be a good spot for you! Located in Southeast Portland along the Willamette River, the Hosford-Abernethy/Clinton neighborhoods are some of Portland's best. Bordered to the North by Hawthorne Street and the famous Hawthorne District, these neighborhoods are just minutes away from downtown Portland by bus, bike, or car. These walkable, bikeable neighborhoods sport an array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. You can also take in some fantastic views of downtown Portland from high above at Mt. Tabor Park.

South Portland Schools

NICHE GRADE: A+ NUMBER OF SCHOOLS: 42

In South Portland, you’ll find Lake Oswego North and Lake Oswego South. The Northside of Lake Oswego has some extremely impressive schools that rate in the 9-10 region. Forest Hills Elementary, Lake Oswego Junior High, and Lake Oswego High School all provide ample opportunities for their students to thrive. Here you can live on the lake, in the country club or within the trees.

Lake Oswego is known to be a very high-end area. It’s just 15 minutes from downtown Portland and 30 minutes to Oregon wine country. What more could a person want? But wait, there’s more. Heading south on the freeway will quickly take you to Tualatin and Salem. Tillamook (where the cheese is made) and the beautiful Oregon coast are just an hour and a half away. All in all, it’s a very accessible area.

On the south side of the lake, we have Hallinan Elementary, Waluga Middle School, and Lakeridge High School. These three schools have educational programs that rank among the world’s finest. They also have some of the best sports programs in Oregon.

If you happen to have horses and are looking for an equestrian property, South Lake Oswego school district also has some great acreage estates.

Northwest Portland Schools

NICHE GRADE: A- NUMBER OF SCHOOLS: 26

First, we’ll start with Northwest Portland. In the Bethany area of Northwest Portland, you’ll find three schools that all rank 8 or above on greatschools.org. We have one for each age group with Finley Elementary, Stoller Middle School, and Sunset High School all coming in at above average.

Northwest Portland has lots of great options for private schools as well. Jesuit High School is one of the top-rated high schools in the country and they have a very strong sports program.

For jobs in tech, NW PDX is also where Portland’s tech area, also known as “Silicon Forest” resides. The Silicon Forest tech corridor runs between Hillsboro of Northwest Portland and Beaverton of Southwest Portland. The Forest is a huge hub for companies like Intel, Nike, Amazon, Apple, Airbnb, and many more. Not only is it a beautiful place to live; it’s walkable, full of opportunity, and close to downtown. With these surroundings and such great schools, kids tend to thrive in Northwest Portland.

Source: livinginoregon.net/livinginportland

• Our case volume is heavy in bread and butter cases, but still includes some thoracic, complex vascular, and neurosurgical.
• Optimal location of hospital provides superior payor mix.
• Heavy regional anesthetic program.
• Very busy joint replacement site. All of these patients get at least single shot blocks.
• All general surgery and nearly all gynecological patients get regional.
• We have an active Acute Pain Service for management of nerve catheters. Opportunity to become involved in Acute Pain Service for medical management as well.
• True pediatrics and trauma are rare. No open hearts.

• Collegial site with 16 Anesthesiologists (4 of them part time).
• New partner mentorship program - we want to see new partners succeed!
• Opportunity to be involved in hospital leadership

You pick your own room assignment in order of your call assignment. 1st call picks first.

Low call burden. First call usually ends at a decent hour (ie 7- 9 pm) and call backs at night are rare. OB call is supported by the hospital and may be taken from home (provided no running epidural).

Vacation is picked 1 week at a time in rounds. No maximum or minimum.

• 5 Ultrasounds dedicated to anesthesia.
• Recently upgraded anesthesia machines.
• We use Epic for all of our documentation.

Who practices critical care at OAG?
The Critical Care Division of Oregon Anesthesiology Group consists of a cohort of Board Certified Intensivists practicing Critical Care Medicine at hospitals throughout the Portland metro area.

Practice sites include:

• Legacy Emanuel,
• Legacy Meridian Park,
• Legacy Good Samaritan,
• Providence St Vincent.

How will I divide my time between anesthesiology and critical care?
The typical scenario is to block out weeks for Critical Care Medicine (CCM) and weeks for Anesthesiology. Most partners work at a ratio of 25:75 CCM:Anesthesiology though a few work a greater percentage of CCM.

At what types of ICUs are OAG physicians working?
Medical, Surgical, Neurosurgical, Cardiac. Some practice locations include V-V and V-A ECMO management.

What is the call schedule?
The call schedule varies by location. The majority of call is taken from home but a few sites necessitate in-house night-time coverage. Call burden also varies per site is anywhere from Q3 to Q7 days.

Will I be working at night?
Yes you will be working at night, either in-house or from home.

We hope you are interested in joining our dynamic group to practice Critical Care medicine with OAG!

Tualatin, Oregon is a small city in the Portland Metropolitan Area that's located in Washington County and a small part of Clackamas County. It's about 12 miles south of Portland and 13 miles from downtown and has a population of nearly 27,000. Tualatin is known for its urban-suburban feel, highly rated public schools, and many restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

Cost of Living: The cost of living in Tualatin, Oregon, is higher than the national average but still somewhat affordable compared to other cities in the region. Housing costs in Tualatin are a big factor in the higher cost of living in the area. The average home value in Tualatin, Oregon, is around $635,000. Various housing options are available to those living in Tualatin, Oregon, including single-family homes, apartments, condos, and townhouses.

If you're searching for a small town that offers easy access to larger cities, a delightful downtown area, top-notch schools, and plenty of outdoor activities, Tualatin, Oregon, could be the ideal place for you!

Distance from hospital to:

• 2 miles from Bridgeport Village
• 6 miles to Oregon Golf Club in West Lynn
• 7 miles to Pete's Mountain Vineyard and Winery
• 14 miles to Swan Island Dahlia Farm
• 28 miles to Adelman Peony Garden
• 45 miles to Silver Falls State Park

Neighborhoods

Fox Hill: The Fox Hill neighborhood in Tualatin is between Borland Rd and Nyberg Ave. Most of the homes in the area were built in the 80s. Unlike many newer communities, you will find homes in Fox Hill with larger lots, mature, established landscaping, and tree-lined streets. With relatively quick access to I-5 and I-205, the Fox Hill neighborhood sits roughly twenty minutes south of Downtown Portland. With Browns Ferry Park and the Tualatin River close by, you'll have plenty of outdoor recreation. A quick 5-mile drive, and you'll be at the hub of Tualatin, Tualatin Commons, where many activities occur, such as the Pumpkin Reggatta and Crawfish Festival, just to name a couple. You're also near one of the area's best outdoor shopping centers Bridgeport Village, where you'll have access to great shops, restaurants, and a movie theatre.

Victoria Woods: If you are looking for luxury living in Tualatin, Oregon, the Victoria Woods neighborhood in Tualatin might be a good choice. Located toward the south end of Tualatin, just off of Boones Ferry Road, the Victoria Woods neighborhood has an assortment of beautiful styles and a variety of sizes to suit your needs. The Tualatin neighborhood sits close to Ibach park, one of the town's premiere parks and natural areas. The park features basketball courts, baseball field, tennis courts, soccer fields, playgrounds, and an extensive trail system. So outdoor recreation is just a short walk or bike ride away from you living in Victoria Woods. With Tualatin High School and Byrom Elementary close by, the city of Wilsonville and its amenities just minutes down the road, and I-5 two minutes south, this Tualatin neighborhood is in the perfect location for you to access anything you'd ever need.

Ibach Park Estates: If you are looking for kid friendly and bikeable, the Ibach Park Estates neighborhood in Tualatin would be a good choice if you're considering moving to Tualatin. Situated around Ibach Park, residents of the neighborhood are a short walk or bike ride away from an abundance of outdoor recreation, with the tennis courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, soccer fields, playground, and hiking trails located in and around the park. With Tualatin High School, Byrom Elementary, and the city of Wilsonville close by, this Tualatin neighborhood is in the perfect location if you need access to schools, or shopping outside of what is available in Tualatin.With mid-sized and somewhat more affordable homes than other neighborhoods in the city, Ibach Park Estates is definitely one of the most popular neighborhoods in Tualatin.

Southwest Portland Schools

NICHE GRADE: A- NUMBER OF SCHOOLS: 30

In Southwest Portland, you’ll find the following top schools in the city: Nancy Ryles Elementary, Scholl’s Heights Elementary, Conestoga Middle School, and brand new Mountainside High School. Situated on a huge campus, Mountainside High School is the most technologically advanced high school in all of Oregon.

There’s also Southridge High School in the Southwest area, which is known for having an amazing top-rated sports program.

Southwest Portland is a phenomenal place to raise kids and the education programs are immaculate.

As far as the rest of the family is concerned, one of the best things about Southwest Portland is that it’s conveniently located next to all the amenities a growing family might need. It’s right by Washington Square mall and about 20 minutes from downtown Portland.

You’re also in Oregon wine country, so you’re just five minutes away from any of the world-class vineyards available within Willamette Valley. Southwest Portland also offers lots of great parks, restaurants, bars, and just a fantastic lifestyle overall. Whether you’re single, married, retired, it doesn’t matter–this city is your oyster.

source: livinginoregon.net/livingintualatin

General surgery, endoscopy, orthopedics, gynecology, urology, podiatry, and otolaryngology.

One of us has ICU fellowship training and splits working between the Mt Hood OR, ICUs and ECMO service. The rest of us are general anesthesiologists.

We all place high value on a collegial work environment and an excellent work life balance. Many of us job share to allow more time for family and all that the Pacific Northwest has to offer.

The work environment is professional, collegial, and fun. The surgeons and proceduralists are talented and pleasant to work with. The nursing staff is excellent.

We range in age from mid 30s to early 60s. Several of us have families with children (ranging from newborn to college age). Most of us live in Portland and find it is an easy reverse commute to Gresham. One of us lives in Hood River.

We currently cover 5-6 rooms a day designating call positions 1-6. Cases are assigned the day before based on scheduled length of day (C1 gets the longest room and so on). This allows for an even distribution of case types among everyone as we rotate through call positions week to week.

C2 and C3 typically finish between 5-7 pm, but sometimes earlier. C4 and 5 may work until 5p but often finish earlier. C6 (pre-call position) goes home first, often working a half day. Post call day is off.

The C3 position covers a full day of endoscopy each weekday. These are pleasant, fast-paced days.

We meet yearly to review vacation requests. We do our best to accommodate each individual’s vacation requests while making sure we provide the hospital with appropriate staffing levels.

High demand weeks such as school spring breaks, winter holidays are rotated annually. Vacation weeks are typically distributed on a first-come first served system for specific week requests, and are otherwise randomly distributed.

Vacation is typically scheduled a week at a time, though it is possible to work out a partial week-off situation.

Job-sharers divide up their schedules independently and do not draw from the vacation pool of full timers.

Call is allocated evenly among the group (pro-rated for part time positions). It is often possible to trade for more or less call based on interest.

C1 is typically scheduled until 5pm, does any add-on cases and then is 24-hour home call. Overnight call burden is typically light.

There is one person on 24-hour (7a-7a) home call Saturdays and Sundays. Each Full Time Equivalent takes 45 calls per year. 7 Saturday calls and 7 Sunday calls are included in the 45 total calls. Weekend days, particularly Saturdays, can be busy, but evening call-ins are usually light. We stipend weekend positions—some people prefer to take more weekend call and make more money, some people prefer less weekend call.

The C1 position is also responsible for assisting/supervising our excellent group of CRNAs who cover the obstetric service on an as-needed basis for complex cases (this is rare). Some of us elect to pick up shifts in OB (this is optional).

“Mount Hood Medical Center’s OR is a relaxed, collaborative and friendly work environment. Our surgeons are pleasant and easy to work with, and our case mix is bread and butter. Our call burden is below average and very tolerable. This is a job that allows me to stay busy in a fun Anesthesiology practice part time while also having plenty of energy to pursue other interests.“ - Luke Parr, MD

“What I appreciate about this practice is the great camaraderie we have as an anesthesia group. We work with a group of generally excellent surgeons and nurses, and it feels like being part of a small, happy family at Mt. Hood. There's a high respect for work-life balance amongst the anesthesiologists, and with several part time docs, people have made a real commitment to their lifestyle. And while I greatly respect the clinical skills and judgement of everyone in our department, what I really love about the culture here is we're not caught up in the ego of being "doctors" but rather trusted colleagues who work well together and really respect and enjoy each other. What a pleasure it is to practice here!” - Andrew Smith, MD

Gresham, Oregon is the fourth largest city in the state, with a population of over 110,000. It's located in Multnomah County, between Portland and the Columbia River Gorge, and is close to Mount Hood and Multnomah Falls. Gresham is known for its natural beauty, history, and diversity, and has preserved over 900 acres of open space, 300 acres of parks, and 10 miles of trails.

Features: Gresham has a Mediterranean climate, with much of the city being relatively flat, but with hills on the eastern and northeast borders. Johnson Creek runs through the city, with 23% of its watershed passing through. Gresham is also home to the Tsuru Island Japanese Garden, which is within walking distance of downtown's restaurants and shops.

Attractions: Gresham hosts the Mt. Hood Jazz Festival and has a historic downtown. Other attractions include the Gresham Food Carts, which is a collection of over a dozen food and drink vendors with covered seating.

Nearby: Gresham is also close to many other attractions, including Cannon Beach, Washington Park, Mount Hood National Forest, and Smith Rock State Park.

Distance from hospital to:

• 11 miles from Portland to Washignton bridge
• 12 miles to Portland International Airport
• 17 miles to Multnomah Falls
• 10 miles to crownpoint vista house
• 20 miles from Washington Park and Oregon Zoo
• 25 miles from Eagle Creek Trailhead
• 27 miles to Timberline Lodge

General Practice Information

• Primarily doing your own cases
• Occasional AIC days with medical direction not to exceed 4:1 ratio
• Occasional pediatrics experience with healthy basic bread and butter cases
• Call obligation split equally but will likely be tradable
• Nocturnist positions (2 currently) covering evening OB call most every evening covering approximately 50% of call.

Service Lines

• General Surgery
• Orthopedic
• Neurosurgery (Spine and some Craniotomies)
• Urology
• OB/GYN
• Gynecology/Oncology
• ENT
• Vascular
• Plastic Surgery
• Podiatry
• Pediatrics (ENT/Dental)
• Robotic (General/Urology/Gynecology)
• Interventional Cardiology
• Endoscopy
• Pulmonology
• Imaging

Hospital Information

• 220 Inpatient beds
• 32 Bed Closed Medical/Surgical ICU
• 34 Bed Family Birth Center
• 285-300 Monthly Deliveries
• C-section rate 27.7%
• Two Physician/Provider Lounges with coffee and food
• Cafeteria
• Starbucks Cafe

Regional Experience

• Interscalene
• Supraclavicular
• Femoral
• Adductor Canal
• TAP for ERAS and OB
• Spinal
• Epidural

Scheduling will be handled centrally with AIC assisting with auditing assignments and optimizing resources.

Extra services

• Occasionally called to assist with airway management in the ER/ICU
• Occasionally called to assist with CVCs/Arterial Lines in the ICU
• OB may be called to help with Femoral Blocks for all hip fractures
• OB may be called to help with Epidural Blood Patches and LPs

• 2 Sonosite Ultrasounds
• Multiple Glidecopes
• Difficult Airway Carts
• Single shot block supplies, catheters available with surgeon request early

Leadership

• OR Manager - Megan Parsons
• OR ANM – Erin Robbins
• Cath Lab Manager – Kat Tower
• OB Manager – Alisha Summerson
• OB ANM’s – Jamie Payne-Westfall and Victoria Moore

OAG Anesthesiologists describe their experience working at Legacy Salmon Creek

"The LSC nurses, scrubs anesthesia techs and OR aides have been so wonderful and professional. The surgeons have been excellent, there is tremendous camaraderie among all the medical staff, particularly our varied Anesthesia staff. By varied I mean the mix of folks we have there, who include both CRNA’s and MD/DO’s, permanent (OAG) and well rooted locums, all with terrific, interesting backgrounds and skillsets, with a demonstrated willingness to take great care of our patients. The patients tend to be very loyal, so there is a sense of being in and serving in a community." - Sean Kiss, MD

"The surgeons are quick, the OR nurses bring the patients from Preop. to the OR, which was a pleasant surprise compared to our previous workplace, the RN's and Scrub's are very willing to help in the OR's as well. The physical layout of the Hospital is well thought out, with a glass light bridge from the 2nd floor parking lot leading directly to the key carded OR, made for the breezy, rainy NW weather. The Locums are a gregarious lot with stories of their travels and say that Legacy Salmon Creek is one of the best places that they have ever worked." - David Cheek, MD

Evening Call Obligations

• 7 days OB Coverage
  • Dual coverage at night
• One backup call position each evening

Hospital is located in Felida, Washington at the North end of Vancouver

• Population 9500
• Great payor mix
• Suburban area with close freeway access
• 15 miles (25 minutes) from downtown Portland
• 7 miles (15 minutes) from downtown Vancouver
• 15 miles (18 minutes) from Portland International Airport
• 60 miles (1.5 hrs) from skiing Government Camp, Timberline, Meadows)
• Great food, entertainment, nightlife in Vancouver
• Fantastic mountain biking, hiking, boating nearby

Vancouver, Washington, is the fourth-largest city in the state, trailing only Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane. It is a bedroom community to Portland, Oregon, and the county seat of Clark County.

Residents living in Vancouver enjoy the natural beauty of the region, which includes views of mountains, forests, lakes, and rivers. Enjoying the outdoors is part of the culture here, from the laid back pace fishing to a skiing adventure on nearby Mt. Hood. Arts and entertainment options abound within Vancouver and just across the Columbia River in the Portland metro.

Neighborhoods

Urban / Cosmopolitan: Downtown Vancouver / Esther Short / Lincoln

Suburban: Salmon Creek / Felida / Lake Shore / Barberton / Mt. Vista / Mill Plain

Established Neighborhoods: Bella Vista / Dubois Park / Evergreen Highlands / Father Blanchet

Small Town Charm: Camas / Washougal / Ridgefield / Battle Ground

Rural: Brush Prairie / Fern Prairie / La Center / Hockinson

Waterfront: Columbia River / Old Evergreen Highway / Lacamas Shores / Washougal River

Cascade Range and Columbia River Views: Prune Hill / Mt. Norway