Dr. Bodell is an accomplished osteopathic physician and surgeon who enjoys using her specialized expertise in female urology, incontinence, and pelvic reconstruction to improve her patients’ quality of life. She also has an excellent reputation for treating general urological problems such as stones, erectile dysfunction, and bladder cancer.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Osteopathy, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, MO, 1991-1995
• Fellowship, Incontinence, Female Urology and Voiding Dysfunction with Gary Leach, MD, Cedars-Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles, CA, 2001-2002
• Chief Resident, Bi-County Community Hospital, Warren, MI, 2000-2001
• Resident, Urology, Bi-County Community Hospital, Warren, MI, 1997-2001
• Internship, Riverside Osteopathic Hospital, Henry Ford Affiliation, Trenton, MI, 1995-1996
• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, 1986-1991

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, Urological Surgery, American Osteopathic Board of Surgery
• Medical Director, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR, 2005-2010
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR

Honored for academic and professional excellence throughout his training and career, Dr. Carson is a multi-talented physician and surgeon with expertise in molecular biology, biophysics, and physiology.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, 1989-1996
• Urology Residency, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1998-2002
• General Surgery, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1996-1998
• PhD, Department of Physiology and Biophysics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, 1989-1996
• Medical Student Research Fellow, American Heart Association, Iowa City, IA, 1988-1989
• Bachelor of Arts with Honors in Chemistry, Grinnell College, Grinnell, IA, 1984-1988

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR

Dr. DiMarco is an honor society physician specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. Her interests include successful treatment and care of female urology and urogynecologic issues. Even after a prestigious fellowship at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Dr. DiMarco continues to be impressed with the caliber of expertise and leading edge standards here at Oregon Urology Institute.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, St. Louis University Health Sciences Center, St. Louis, MO, 1994-1998
• Master’s Degree, Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Mayo School of Medicine, Rochester, MN, 2002-2005
• Fellowship, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Mayo School of Medicine, Rochester, MN, 2002-2005
• Resident, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mayo School of Medicine, Rochester, MN, 1998-2002
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Business, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 1979-1984

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Visiting Scholar, Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL, 2005

Trained in an era when robotic surgery began reinventing major urological treatments, Dr. DiMarco quickly became a valuable and accomplished specialist in this field. He has since published a vast array of medical papers on the topic, as well as presented to dozens of medical societies, key conferences, and medical schools.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, St. Louis University Medical School, St. Louis, MO, 1994-1998
• Fellowship in Endourology/Laparoscopy, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, 1998-2005
• Urology Residency, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, 1998-2004
• Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN, 1990-1994

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Chief of Surgery, McKenzie Willamette Hospital, Springfield, OR, 3/2014-3/2016
• Proctor For Robotic Surgical Cases, Intuitive Surgical, Sunnyvale, CA, 2006-current
• Laparoendoscopic Resident, 2004
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR

A prestigious urologic oncology fellowship at the University of Southern California launched Dr. Esrig’s decorated career specializing in cancer of the prostate, kidney, testis, and bladder. He served as director of urologic oncology at Yale University and has published numerous articles and book chapters covering this area of specialty.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Loyola School of Medicine, Maywood, IL, 1982-1986
• Fellowship, Urologic Oncology, LAC/USC Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 1992-1994
• Surgery and Urology Residency, LAC/USC Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 1986-1992
• Bachelor of Science, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN, 1978-1982

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR
• Assistant Professor Urology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, 1994-1997
• Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
• Diplomate, National Board of Medical Examiners

Dr. Ferguson graduated from medical school at the top-ranked Washington University in St. Louis and then stayed to train in urologic surgery and continue her research. During her residency, she was able to present her work over 20 times both nationally and internationally, publish a book chapter, and author over a dozen journal articles. Besides making significant contributions to urologic research, she was also able to hone her surgical skills and was well known for the excellent care she took of patients and her emphasis on quality of life. She now practices general urology with an interest in female urology, urologic incontinence, vasectomies, stone disease, and erectile dysfunction.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO, 2001-2005
• Urologic Surgery Residency, Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO, 2007-2011
• Urologic Surgery Clinical Research Fellowship, Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO, 2006-2007
• General Surgery Internship, Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO, 2005-2006
• Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Cell Biology, University of California-San Diego, La Jolla, CA 1995-1999
• Bachelor of Science, Psychology, University of California-San Diego, La Jolla, CA 1995-1999

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR

As a survivor of a high risk cancer himself, Dr. Forsythe prides himself in providing compassionate care to his patients and spending as long as it takes to answer all of their questions. He has comprehensive training in all of the latest radiation treatment technologies and he will thoroughly review all treatment options with you as well as their potential side effects. He has already garnered awards in his career as an oncologist and he is available for “second opinion” consultations for all types of adult solid tumors.

EDUCATION

• Stanford University, M.D., Stanford, CA 2002-2007
• Brown University, ScB Biology, Magna Cum Laude, with Honors in Biology, Providence, RI 1998-2002

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Chief Resident, Mount Sinai Radiation Oncology Residency Program, New York, NY 2011-2012
• Residency in Radiation Oncology, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY 2008-2012
• Internship in Internal Medicine, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara, Santa Clara, CA 2007-2008

Dr. Hoff trained at the University of Missouri School of Medicine, Columbia after joining the Air Force. He then completed his urology residency at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. Dr. Hoff joined our Institute after heading the Urology Department at Nellis Air Force Base. He specialized in minimally invasive surgery, such as robotics, laparoscopy, endourology, and cryotherapy.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Cum Laude, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, 1991-1995
• Master of Business Administration, Summa Cum Laude, Concordia University, Portland OR, 2019
• Urology Residency, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, 1995-2000
• Bachelor of Science in Biology/Chemistry, Summa Cum Laude, N.E. Missouri State University, Kirksville, MO, 1988-1991

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR, 2004 – current
• Chief, Department of Urology, United States Air Force, Nellis AFB, NV, 2004

Dr. Johnson was recruited from the Johns Hopkins Hospital, where he was faculty in Urology and Oncology. He was director of International Urology and an NIH-funded researcher in urologic oncology. He taught advanced surgical techniques in urologic cancers, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Johnson has received numerous awards, for his teaching and research efforts. He has authored many scientific publications, including research articles, videos of surgical techniques, and textbook chapters.

EDUCATION

• Fellowship, Urologic Oncology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD 2014-2016
• Residency, Urologic Surgery, Washington University, St. Louis, MO 2010-2014
• Internship, General Surgery, Washington University, St. Louis, MO 2009-2010
• Doctor of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 2005-2009
• Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry/Computer Science, Dartmouth College, Hanover NH 1997-2001

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Diplomate, American Board of Urology
• Fellow, American College of Surgeons
• Assistant Professor Urology and Oncology, Johns Hopkins Hospital, 2016-2020

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, University of Iowa Medical School, Iowa City, IA, 1988-1992
• Urology Residency, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MN, 1992-1998
• General Surgery Internship, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Rochester, MN, 1992-1998
• Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, 1985-1989
• Bachelors of Art in Government, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH, 1984-1988
• Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, IL, 1982-1986

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR, 2007 – current
• Minnesota Urologic Association Resident Research Award, 1996 & 1997

With a MD and MPH (Master of Public Health) from Louisiana State University, residency at the University of Miami, and a fellowship at the Australian Institute for Robotic Surgery, Dr. Kyle brings an impressive resumé to the Institute (not to mention fluency in Spanish). What may be the most important thing is his rich history of volunteer work, showing that, for him, it’s all about the quality of life for his patients.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Louisiana State University Medical School, New Orleans, LA, 1999-2003
• Clinical Oncology Fellow, Australian Institute for Robotic Surgery/Royal Melbourne Hospital, Melbourne, Australia, 2008-2009
• Urology Residency, University of Miami, Miami, FL, 2004-2008
• General Surgery Internship, University of Miami, Miami, FL, 2003-2004
• MPH, Louisiana State University Medical School, New Orleans, LA, 1999-2003
• Bachelor of Science, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, 1995-1999

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute, 2013 – current
• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology

Dr. Lloyd’s goal as a physician is to contribute to a thriving urology practice by applying her general urologic and advanced surgical training in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery while establishing productive relationships with patients, partners and referring providers.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine
• Bachelor of Science, Washington & Lee University
• Urology Residency, Duke University Medical Center
• Fellowship, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Resident

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Subspecialty Certified, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery — American Board of Urology

Dr. McKimmy graduated from the College of Pharmacy at Oregon State University and practiced as a hospital pharmacist at Oregon Health Sciences University. He went on to complete his urology training at Albany Medical College in New York. He presently serves on the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners. His areas of practice concentration are incontinence, voiding dysfunction, pediatrics, prosthetic surgery and reconstructive urology. He also serves as a consulting urologist to the Child Development and Rehabilitation Center.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland, OR, 1984-1988
• Chief Resident in Urology, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, NY, 1994-1995
• Urology Resident, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, NY, 1992-1994
• General Surgery Resident, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, NY, 1990-1992
• Bachelor of Science, Oregon State University College of Pharmacy, Corvallis, OR, 1975-1979

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR, 1994 – current

A native of Oregon, Dr. Mehlhaff attended Beloit College in Wisconsin followed by medical school at Oregon Health Sciences University. After completing general surgery and urology residencies at Albany Medical Center he joined the Department of Urology as an Assistant Professor. For the past 20 years he has practiced in Eugene, Oregon. At the Oregon Urology Institute as Medical Director of Research, he oversees numerous clinical trials in advanced prostate cancer and benign prostate conditions. At Oregon Urology Institute he has developed a comprehensive bone health and advanced prostate cancer clinic. Dr. Mehlhaff is also a managing partner of Oregon Urology Institute. He is a past Board member of LUGPA and the Oregon Urology Society.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University, School of Medicine, Portland, OR, 1986-1990
• Chief Resident in Urology, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, NY, 1994-1995
• Urology Resident, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, NY, 1992-1994
• General Surgery Resident, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, NY, 1990-1992
• Bachelor of Science, Beloit College, Beloit, WI, 1982-1986

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Research Medical Director, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR 2012-Current
• Principal Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR, 1998-Current
• Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Urology, Albany Medical College, Albany, NY, 1995-1997

After graduating from OHSU and Pacific University, Dr. Walker trained in surgery and general urology at the University of Utah. His research in groundbreaking urological treatments and successful treatments in minimally invasive surgery and oncology earned him the position of chief of surgery at McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center from 2003-2006.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine, Portland, OR, 1992-1996
• Urologic Surgery Residency, University of Utah, Health Sciences Center, Salt Lake City, UT, 1998-2001
• General Surgery Residency, University of Utah, Health Sciences Center, Salt Lake City, UT, 1996-1998
• Bachelor of Science, Pacific University, Forest Grove, OR, 1988-1992

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

After winning three prestigious research fellowships in Iowa and Oregon, Dr. Woolsey went on to The University of Iowa College of Medicine. A prominent residency at the University of Virginia furthered his training in one of his areas of specialty: robotic surgery. He now practices general urology with an emphasis in robotic surgery, minimally invasive surgery, stone disease and prostate disease.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Medicine, The University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, 1997-2001

• Urology Resident, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA, 2002-2006

• General Surgery Intern, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA, 2001-2002

• Bachelor of Science, George Fox University, Newberg, OR, 1993-1997

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Certified, Medical Physician and Surgeon, Oregon Board of Medical Examiners
• Certified, American Board of Urology
• Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR, 2006 – current
• Research Fellowship, The University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, 1998
• Research Fellowship, Murdock Research Scholar, OHSU, Portland, OR, 1996-1997
• Research Fellowship, American Heart Association, Portland OR, 1995

A native Oregonian, Cameron is pleased to be back in the state after finishing his physician assistant training in New Mexico. With his experience in surgical care and family medicine, he is excited to bring that background to urological care. Cameron believes patients should be well informed and educated about their medical care and focuses on that goal.

EDUCATION

• Master of Science, Physician Assistant Program, University of St. Francis, Joliet, IL, 2010-2012
• University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 2008-2009
• New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY, 2005-2007
• Bachelor of Science, Major – Biochemistry and Biophysics, Minor- Philosophy, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR, 2004

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Physician Assistant, Oregon Urology Institute, 2015 – current
• Sub-Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute, 2015 – current
• Physician Assistant, Peace Health Medical Group, Primary Care/Family Medicine, Florence, OR, 2012-2015
• Anesthesia Technician, Sacred Heart Medical Center, Surgical Services Operating Room, Springfield, OR, 2009
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Sacred Heart Medical Center, Surgical Services, Main Operating Room, Eugene, OR, 2008-2009
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Sacred Heart Medical Center, Surgical Services, Main Operating Room, Eugene, OR, 2003-2005
• Certified Nursing Assistant, Eugene Good Samaritan Health Center, Eugene, OR, 2002-2003
• Wildland Fire Fighter, Douglas Forest Protective Association, Roseburg, OR, 1997-2001

After serving in the Army for six years as a Medical Specialist with an Emergency Medicine background, Joe went on to school to pursue Physician Assistant Studies. He obtained his degree at MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, at the University of Washington, School of Medicine. He enjoys working closely with his patients, with the philosophy that the patient comes first and should be at the forefront of their healthcare decisions, with all options available. He is a native Oregonian.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor in Clinical Health Services, MEDEX Northwest Division of The University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA, 2007-2009
• Lane Community College, Eugene, OR, 2003-2006
• Emergency Medical Technician, Madigan Army Medical Center, Ft. Lewis, WA, 2001
• Austin Pea State University, Clarksville, TN, 1999
• Medical Specialists/Combat Medic Training Program
• U.S. Army Academy of Health Sciences, Fort Sam, Houston, TX, 1997-1998

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Physician Assistant, Oregon Urology Institute, Springfield, OR 2010-Current
• Sub-Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, Springfield, OR, 2010-Current
• Family Practice, Springfield Family Physicians, Springfield, OR, 2009
• Inpatient Medicine, Gray’s Harbor Community Hospital, Aberdeen, WA, 2009
• Behavioral Medicine, Cascade Center For Wellness, Vancouver, WA, 2009
• General Surgery, Madigan Army Medical Center, Ft. Lewis, WA, 2009
• Underserved Medicine, Volunteers In Medicine, Eugene, OR, 2009
• Emergency Medicine, Skyline Hospital, White Salmon, WA, 2009
• Cardiology, Oregon Cardiology, Eugene, OR, 2009
• Dermatology, Dermatology Clinic of Springfield, Springfield, OR, 2009
• Healthcare Specialist, Combat Medic, Senior Medic, Medical Evacuation Vehicle Commander, Sergeant, Emergency Medical Tech. United States Army, Fort Lewis, WA, 2001-2003
• Medical Specialist, Combat Medic, Air Assault Jump Team Medic United States Army, Ft. Campbell, KY, 1997-2001

Chad graduated from the Physician Assistant program at MEDEX Northwest in Seattle, WA. Since joining Oregon Urology Institute he has focused his patient care expertise on common urological issues such as erectile dysfunction, BPH, kidney disease & bladder cancer.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor in Clinical Health Services, MEDEX Northwest Division of The University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, WA, 2005

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Physician Assistant, Oregon Urology Institute, Springfield, OR, 2008-current
• Physician Assistant, Spine and Brain Center of Eugene, Eugene, OR, 2008
• Sub-Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute, Division of Clinical Research, Springfield, OR, 2008-current
• Physician Assistant, Oregon Urology Institute, Springfield, OR, 2005-2008

Victoria is an Oregonian and grew up in a rural town near Salem before going to Portland for her master’s degree in physician assistant studies at Oregon Health and Science University. She then moved to Veneta and worked in family medicine for over 4 years. She has a special interest in urology after a rotation with a urology practice in Bend, Oregon. She values the approach of looking at the whole person and the importance of patient quality of life. She enjoys running, hiking, cooking, gardening, knitting and making soap in her free time.

EDUCATION

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, Portland, OR, 2012-2014
• Bachelor of Science, Organismal Biology, Minor in Philosophy, Portland State University, Portland, OR 2005-2009

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Physician Assistant, Oregon Urology Institute, 2019 – current
• Physician Assistant, Veneta Medical Clinic/Veneta Urgent Care ICCO, Veneta, OR, 2014-2019
• Medical Assistant and Scribe, Oregon Dermatology and Research Center, Portland, OR 2010-2012

Angela graduated from Duke University’s Physician Assistant Program. With her previous experience in neurosurgery, orthopedics, radiology, physical therapy and sports medicine, Angela has a broad spectrum of expertise that she has carried into urology. Angela uses a patient care philosophy of being a partner with each patient in their care to be certain that their quality of life goals are met.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant Program, Duke University, Durham, NC, 1990
• Preceptorship Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Advanced Laparoscopic Training Center, Marietta, GA, 1991
• Master of Science in Physical Education/Sports Medicine, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR, 1982
• Bachelor of Science in Health Science, University of California at Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, 1979

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Physician Assistant, Oregon Urology Institute, 2008 – current
• Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery, Spine and Brain Center of Eugene, Eugene, OR, 2006-2008
• Physician Assistant, Northwest Renal Clinic, Portland, OR, 2006
• Physician Assistant, Interventional Radiology, Radiology Associates, PC, Eugene, OR, 2000-2006
• Physician Assistant, Clinical and Surgical Orthopedics, PeaceHealth Medical Group, Eugene, OR, 1990-2001
• Physician Assistant, General and Urological Surgery, PeaceHealth Medical Group, Eugene, OR, 1990-2000
• Physician Assistant, Family Medicine, PeaceHealth Medical Group, Eugene, OR, 1990-1991
• Certified Athletic Trainer, 1979-1989
  Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, 1977-1988

Mark spent 10 years in the Navy as a Hospital Corpsman stationed mostly with the Marines providing healthcare and combat medicine. While on active duty he also received a masters degree in sports medicine and is a certified athletic trainer. Mark then went on to obtain his masters as a physician assistant at the University of South Alabama in Mobile. He moved to the Northwest and was providing Orthopedic and pain management in Coos Bay and then Eugene. He joined Oregon Urology in January of 2019. He provides general urology with an strong emphasis in advanced prostate cancer. He is focused on patient education and understanding of pathology and treatment options.

EDUCATION

• Master of Health Science Degree, Department of Physician Assistant Studies, University of South Alabama, 2001
• Master of Sports Science in Sports Medicine, United States Sports Academy, 1999
• Bachelor of Science in Sports Science, Magna Cum Laude, University of West Florida, 1998
• Emergency Medicine in Combat Enviroment Course, Field Medical Service School, 1989
• Inpatient and Outpatient Hospital Care Course, Naval School of Health Sciences Hospital Corps School, 1989

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Physician Assistant, Oregon Urology Institute, 2019 – current
• Sub-Investigator, Oregon Urology Institute Research Center, 2019 – current
• Physician Assistant, Slocum Orthopedics, Eugene, OR, 2005-2019
• Physician Assistant, South Coast Orthopedic Associates, Coos Bay, OR 2001-2005
• Athletic Trainer, Mobile Infirmary Medical Center, SporstCare, Mobile AL, 1999-2001
• Athletic Trainer, West Florida Reginal Medical Center Sports Medicine, Pensacola, FL, 1998-1999
• Clinical Coordinator, Althletic Training Department, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, 1996-1998
• Drug Education Coordinator, Athletic Training Department, University of West Florida, Pensacola, FL, 1996-1998
• United States Navy, Hospital Corpsman, United States Navy, 1989-1999

Sherry Denton is a Georgia native. She has extensive experience in Urology as an NP, particularly in prostate cancer. She was an ICU nurse for many years before attaining her MSN in nursing from George Washington University. She then went on to earn her Master’s in Healthcare Administration from George Washington University. Sherry is very passionate about urology and advancing the treatment of urologic cancers.  She is very excited to be in Oregon!

EDUCATION

• Master of Healthcare Administration, George Washington University, Washington DC, 2013

• Master of Science Nursing, Palliative Care, George Washington University, Washington, DC, 2007

• Master of Science Nursing, Graduate WellStar Leadership Institute, Marietta, GA, 2001

• Bachelor of Science Nursing, Brenau University, Gainesville, GA, 2001

• Associate of Science Nursing, Kennesaw State, Kennesaw, GA, 1992

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Nurse Practitioner-Manger of Prostate Cancer Clinic and In-Office Dispensing, Arkansas Urology, Little Rock, AK, 2020-2022
• Nurse Practitioner-Manager of Comprehensive Prostate Cancer Clinic and Dispensing Pharmacy, Urology Associates Colorado, Colorado 2019-2022
• Nurse Practitioner, Georgia Urology, 2015-2019
• Hospice Liaison Nurse, WellStar, 2012-2013
• ICU Staff Nurse, Carterville Medical Center, 2011-2012
• Hospice Admissions Manager, VITAS, 2010-2011
• Palliative Care Nurse, WellStar 2004-2010
• WellStar Congregational Nurse Program Coordinator, Early Career Notes, 2003-2004
• WellStar Health System Staff Nurse, Oncology ICU, 1992-2003

Parker-Leigh found a love of urology during a time working in a private urology clinic in Seattle. After graduating from nursing school, she knew that emergency nursing was what she desired. Approximately one decade after becoming a nurse, Parker-Leigh finished her master’s degree becoming a nurse practitioner. Circling back to where she started, she is excited to be back in urology. Parker-Leigh enjoys time in the mountains climbing, skiing and backpacking.

EDUCATION

• Master of Science Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Gonzaga University, Spokane WA, 2019
• Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Linfield College, McMinnville, OR
• Associate Degree, Nursing, Whatcom Community College, Bellingham, WA
• Bachelor of Arts, Geography, Major: Environmental and Natural Resource Management, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Nurse Practitioner, Oregon Urology Institute, Springfield OR 2020 – current
• RN, PeaceHealth University District, Eugene, OR 2016-2019
• RN, PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Hospital, Florence, OR 2011-2018
• RN, Preceptorship, Emergency Department, Skagit Valley Hospital, Mount Vernon WA, 2011
• Medical Assistant, Swedish Urology Group, Seattle, WA, 2007-2011

Erica is originally from Southern California. She moved to Des Moines, Iowa to attend Drake University and Mercy College of Health Sciences where she received her B.S. in Health Sciences as well as her BSN. She then went on to work as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Room for 4 years. During this time, she began her Master’s work through the University of Southern California. Upon completion of her MSN she became board certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Erica then relocated to Eugene/Springfield area. In her free time, Erica enjoys hiking, running, and traveling.

EDUCATION

• Master of Science Nursing, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, 2020
• Bachelor of Science, Nursing, Mercy College of Health Sciences, Des Moines, IA, 2016
• Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, Drake University, Des Moines, IA 2015

MEDICAL EXPERIENCE

• Nurse Practitioner, Oregon Urology Institute, Springfield, OR, 2020 – current
• Family Nurse Practitioner, Community Health Center of Fort Dodge, Fort Dodge, IA -2020
• Registered Nurse, Emergency Department, MercyOne Medical Center, Des Moines, IA, 2017-2020

The purpose of the patient liaison is to optimize and streamline cancer patients’ care by coordinating treatments and helping individuals and families understand the information that they are being given. Patient liaisons seek to empower people with knowledge and understanding to be better able to cope with cancer.

BENEFITS OF A PATIENT LIASON

Remaining a constant resource and advocate on behalf of those he or she serves, a patient liaison greatly enhances the care of individuals diagnosed with cancer, as well as caregivers and families. As the liaison provides knowledge and understanding, anxiety and fear begin to decrease. And patients begin to feel more at ease and empowered to focus their energy on getting well and taking back some of the control that has been robbed of them by cancer. The patient liaison is promptly attending to individual needs, initiating and returning phone calls, relaying messages to physicians on the patient’s behalf, and obtaining answers to ongoing questions. Patient liaisons strive to ensure optimal cancer care, leading the way for those they serve.

CONTACT

Phone: 541.736.2916
E-mail: gina@oregonurology.com