Navigating the Clinical Component
Comprehensive Women's Health Practice with Surgical Excellence
At Good Shepherd Medical Center, your OB/GYN practice will offer the perfect blend of obstetrical and gynecological care in a setting that values quality over quantity. Unlike high-volume urban practices where patient interactions often feel rushed, you'll have time to develop meaningful connections with your patients across all life stages.
Your typical day will include caring for women with diverse needs – from routine prenatal visits to complex gynecological concerns – all while part of a supportive clinical environment that prioritizes both patient outcomes and physician satisfaction.
Walking into your modern, well-equipped clinic each morning, you'll be greeted by your dedicated medical assistant who has prepared for the day's patients. With the flexibility to choose between starting at 7:30am or 8:30am, you can structure your schedule to align with your preferred work style. Throughout the day, you'll see a manageable volume of 18–25 patients, allowing you to provide thorough, unhurried care that addresses each woman's unique needs.
Obstetrical Services
- Growing delivery volume with 462 deliveries projected for 2024 (341 vaginal deliveries, 121 C-sections)
- Collaborative call model where the on-call physician handles all deliveries, creating clear boundaries between clinic and delivery responsibilities
- Established relationship with MFM specialists at Legacy in Portland for high-risk pregnancy referrals
- Supportive surgical backup with General Surgery available for assistance with complex C-sections when needed
Gynecological Services
- Comprehensive in-office procedures including colposcopy, endometrial biopsy, pessary fitting, Nexplanon insertion, IUD placement, and LEEP procedures
- Advanced surgical capabilities with Da Vinci Xi robotic system and a second unit arriving by year-end
- Appropriate referral practices for cases requiring subspecialty care not available locally
- Patient-centered approach that allows for thorough evaluation and treatment planning
Practice Structure
- Customizable 4-day workweek with clinic hours from either 7:30am–4:00pm or 8:30am–5:00pm
- Manageable patient volume of 18–25 patients daily with a mix of OB and GYN visits
- Dedicated support staff including a personal medical assistant and RN supervisor
- Lightened clinic schedule on post-call days to ensure physician well-being
- 24-hour call shifts with weekday and weekend rotations shared among 6 OB/GYNs
Your practice at Good Shepherd offers the rare opportunity to provide true full-spectrum women's healthcare in a setting that values both clinical excellence and physician quality of life. You'll develop lasting patient relationships while practicing with the autonomy to make clinical decisions that best serve your patients' needs.