DEVOTED TO HEALTHFUL LIVING COMPASS WINTER 2026 CMH is here for your OB-GYN needs Certified nurse midwife Charity McDaniel, DNP, CNM; Sarah Humphrey, MD; and Rebecca Josephson, MD, welcome patients to the CMH-OHSU Health Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic.
2 HEALTH COMPASS Winter 2026 Welcome, new OB-GYN patients Erik Thorsen, CEO In August 2025, Providence Seaside announced the difficult decision to close its inpatient obstetric and newborn care services, effective October 4, 2025. This announcement comes during an incredibly challenging period for hospitals. Columbia Memorial Hospital is the largest provider of maternity services in the county and remains committed to maintaining this service for patients and their families in the future. We have experienced higher patient volumes in the past and are wellequipped to welcome additional patients to our Family Birth Center, the CMH-OHSU Health Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic and the CMHOHSU Health Pediatric Clinic in Astoria. Patients from south Clatsop County can continue to receive the obstetric, gynecological and pediatric care they need at CMH, in a warm and friendly environment close to home. We understand that changing providers can be a stressful experience, and we are here to make the transition as easy as possible. If you’re joining us from Providence Seaside, we welcome you to our clinic and hospital. We’re honored to partner with you through pregnancy, delivery and beyond. Continue reading this edition of the Health Compass to learn more about what you can expect from our teams. Hand surgeries now offered at CMH CMH is pleased to expand its orthopedic services with the addition of hand surgery, led by boardcertified orthopedic surgeon Rolf Sohlberg, MD. Dr. Sohlberg brings more than three decades of experience in orthopedic hand surgery to the CMH-OHSU Health Orthopedic Clinic. He sees patients for: ● Arthritis, fractures, lacerations and dislocations of the wrist and hand ● Soft tissue masses of the wrist and hand ● Tendinitis ● Trigger fingers ● Nerve compression syndromes ● Dupuytren’s contractures ● Selected adult elbow fractures ● Selected pediatric wrist and hand fractures “I always strive to get to know something about my patients before we formulate a treatment plan,” Dr. Sohlberg says. “People are scared when they come to the doctor, and we as physicians need to show empathy and caring first and foremost, so trust can flourish. CMH has a great team of orthopedic surgeons, and it is a pleasure to live and practice in a smaller community where I can really focus on getting to know my patients.” Dr. Sohlberg earned his medical degree at the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed an internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Illinois in Chicago. He further specialized in hand surgery through a fellowship at USC–Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles. He is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. The team of surgeons at the Orthopedic Clinic also provides arthroscopic joint surgery; total hip, knee and shoulder replacements; and carpal tunnel surgery, in addition to sports medicine expertise. Seek relief Patients can make an appointment by calling 503-338-4075.
COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG Winter 2026 3 BUILDCMH UPDATE Building a strong foundation CMH officially broke ground on the BuildCMH Expansion Project a little over a year ago. After completing initial site preparation work, including rerouting and reworking utilities, work on the facility’s foundation began in September 2025. To start, 400 piles needed to be drilled about 60 feet into solid bedrock to underscore a firm and seismically resilient foundation. With the piles completed, a foundation can be poured early this year and the building’s steel structure will follow close behind. We are excited to see a physical framework of the facility taking shape by the second quarter of this year. Have you heard about our new main entrance? With the major construction work occurring on the expansion, we have a new way to enter CMH. Patients coming to our campus in Astoria should drive to the back of the hospital via 22nd Street and Franklin Avenue to reach the new main entrance. Visit columbiamemorial.org/ entrance for more information and to view a map. Anyone visiting on the weekends or after regular business hours should use the Emergency Room entrance to access the hospital. Want to learn more about the project? Visit columbiamemorial.org/buildcmh to view live construction cameras, read the latest project news and see renderings of the finished building. Get involved! Email Mark Kujala, executive director of the CMH Foundation, at mkujala@columbiamemorial.org to learn how you can leave a legacy for generations to come by donating to the project’s capital campaign.
4 HEALTH COMPASS Winter 2026 Our OB-GYN team puts Receive the personalized care you deserve at every stage of life at the CMH-OHSU Health Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic in Astoria. “Our team includes board-certified obstetricians and gynecologists (OB-GYNs), a certified nurse midwife, a lactation consultant, nurses trained in obstetrics and gynecology, and a social worker, who all collaborate to provide the best care possible,” says Sarah Humphrey, MD, board-certified OB-GYN, medical director of OB-GYN services at CMH and chair of surgical services. “The providers work closely with each other, with other specialists both within and external to CMH, and, most importantly, with you to make sure your needs are met.” Comprehensive services The clinic is here for you for every step of your care, with services including: ● Preventive gynecologic care, including follow-up of abnormal Pap tests ● Prenatal care and births for low- and high-risk patients ● Childbirth preparation classes, which are free, and breastfeeding assistance from our lactation consultant ● Perimenopause and menopause care ● Treatments for abnormal uterine bleeding and pelvic pain ● Visits for vulvar or vaginal problems, such as abnormal discharge, bumps, pain, dryness and infections ● Family planning, including all forms of contraception and some infertility care ● Prolapse evaluation and treatment, including pessary ● Gynecologic procedures — IUD insertion, endometrial biopsy, colposcopy, D&C (dilation and curettage), and LEEP (loop electrosurgical excision procedure) — performed with a variety of pain management options to choose from, including sedation ● Gynecologic surgeries — cesarean delivery; hysterectomy; D&C; LEEP; hysteroscopy; salpingectomy for sterilization (tubal ligation); and fibroid, polyp and ovarian cyst removal, among many other procedures Patients who were previously seen at Providence Seaside for obstetrics and gynecological care can call our OB-GYN Clinic at 503-338-7595 to schedule a visit, Dr. Humphrey says. patients first
COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG Winter 2026 5 “Please mention you were being seen at Providence Seaside and how far along you are so we can prioritize getting you in for a transfer of care appointment,” she says. “Patients seeking regular gynecological care are also welcome to call for new patient appointments. We are working closely with the Obstetric and Emergency Department providers at Providence to ensure a smooth transition.” Your OB-GYN questions answered Sarah Humphrey, MD, shares how the CMH Family Birth Center and the CMH-OHSU Health Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic support our community, including new OB-GYN patients, and the services available to them at CMH. Q: What can pregnant patients expect from the OB-GYN Clinic? We provide prenatal care for any pregnant person. The first step is to schedule a phone intake with a nurse, who will then schedule you for an ultrasound and provider visit between eight and 11 weeks, depending on your needs and preferences. You will be cared for by one primary OB-GYN or CNM (certified nurse midwife) throughout your pregnancy, but you may see the other providers in the clinic due to scheduling considerations. This is encouraged, as we do not know who will be on call when you give birth. We are unable to guarantee a provider for delivery because, by rotating call, we ensure a wellrested provider. If your pregnancy is especially high-risk and you need to deliver at a hospital in Portland, we will work closely with that team to minimize travel when safe to do so. Although we are not currently able to offer vaginal birth after a prior cesarean (C-section) delivery, we can still care for you during your pregnancy, then refer you to a facility that offers these for your birth. Q: Can you tell us about labor and delivery at CMH? We are here to support you, whether you opt for an unmedicated childbirth or decide to use pain medications during labor. A whirlpool tub, epidural anesthesia, nitrous oxide and IV pain medications are available 24/7. Our Family Birth Center team is dedicated to your physical and psychological safety. Wireless monitors are available, and the team encourages movement and position changes during labor, while carefully monitoring you and your baby. We welcome doulas and any other support people you wish to have at your birth. We only use vacuum-assisted delivery when absolutely necessary and with your permission, and we do not routinely do episiotomies, except in very rare, unique situations. In addition to vaginal births, we provide C-section births — both emergent and planned — and tailor the experience to your individual needs, including Safe, high-quality care for laboring patients “Our providers involve patients in every decision and aspect of their care,” Dr. Humphrey emphasizes. “We have 24/7 coverage by boardcertified OB-GYN providers and pediatricians who have extensive experience at high-risk centers and share on-call duties.” The entire OB-GYN team completes regular drills and trainings, and a provider meeting is held each week to review higher-risk patients. Providers at the OB-GYN Clinic have a close working relationship with OHSU Maternal Fetal Medicine (high-risk pregnancy) physicians, which means higher-risk patients can receive care here, when appropriate. The clinic can also refer to other Maternal Fetal Medicine clinics, as well. — Continued on page 6
6 HEALTH COMPASS Winter 2026 skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding in the operating room, always keeping you with your baby, if safe. We work very hard to avoid cesarean births where possible and have a low C-section rate. A pediatrician will see your baby after birth at CMH, every day you are in the hospital and as needed in-between. They will help you coordinate follow-up care for your newborn after discharge. No medications or tests will be administered to your baby without your consent. We encourage immediate skinto-skin contact and delayed cord clamping, and your baby will room with you after birth. Q: What other things are addressed by the clinic during pregnancy and the postpartum period? Our clinic team includes an IBCLC-certified lactation consultant who provides breastfeeding assistance, a social worker who checks in with patients during pregnancy and the postpartum period, and two car seat safety technicians who can assess your car seat for safe installation at no cost. We are focused on your wellbeing and helping you have a safe and healthy pregnancy and delivery experience. Your care doesn’t end when you have your baby. We typically see you at two and six weeks postpartum, or more frequently or on an ongoing basis, if needed. Q. Is there anything else you would like the community to know moving forward? The CMH-OHSU Health OB-GYN team is committed to keeping you in control of your care. You are the expert on your body, and we will make every effort to listen to, discuss and abide by your preferences. For all care, we follow upto-date, evidence-based guidelines, but in the end, you are always the decision-maker for your body. We focus on providing options and trauma-informed care to ensure you feel safe. Your OB-GYN questions answered CMH is pleased to welcome two new full-time, permanent, board-certified OB-GYNs: Andrea Keller, DO, FACOG, and Danielle King, MD. These doctors round out our team of obstetrics and gynecology experts, which includes Sarah Humphrey, MD; Rebecca Josephson, MD; and Charity McDaniel, DNP, CNM. We are also recruiting a second certified nurse midwife. “Given the relatively low volume of patients that Providence delivered per month, we absolutely have Andrea Keller, DO, FACOG Danielle King, MD Charity McDaniel, DNP, CNM Sarah Humphrey, MD Rebecca Josephson, MD New providers join team to ensure access to care the capacity to take care of these patients and have taken steps to ensure space and staffing can accommodate increased volumes,” Dr. Humphrey emphasizes. “With the hiring of Dr. Keller and Dr. King, we are thrilled to be able to guarantee a female provider for any patient preferring one.” — Continued from page 5 Learn more about Dr. Keller and Dr. King on the back page of this issue of the Health Compass.
COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG Winter 2026 7 CMH has provided sponsorships to local youth sports organizations, nonprofits and health-related events for many years. This year, the program is being revamped. A new review committee will now review requests twice annually. Decisions on requests will be made within a month of the biannual deadlines, with recipients notified shortly after. Sponsorship requests Sponsorship requests ask for funding of $500 or less. Organizations that are sponsored include youth sports teams, schools, groups and clubs, and others. Sponsorship requests must be related to health and wellness. Grant requests Grants are requests for funding for an organization or event. Any amount can be requested, but the review committee will make the final decision on grant amounts given. Examples of things grant requests may be made for include (but are not limited to): ● Cooking classes FOUNDATION CMH revamps community sponsorship and grant program ● Community sports events (such as runs/walks) or exercise classes ● Volunteer events ● Educational talks about health ● Health screenings and fairs ● Vaccine clinics ● First aid trainings ● Community baby showers ● Nonprofit support events Grant requests must be related to health and wellness and will be considered based on their relevance to an annual priority. The priority will be announced by CMH each year. Priorities may include things like: ● Improving access to health care ● Enhancing community health and wellness ● Improving health education within the community ● Responding to a need identified in the most recent Community Health Needs Assessment ● Addressing a social determinant of health ● Offering health career education Organizations that receive a grant will be asked to share a short report with CMH on how their event or program went, including number of attendees, information given or discussed, and any other relevant info. To be approved for a sponsorship from CMH or to receive a grant, applicants must fill out the appropriate application, including all required uploaded materials, by the following dates: ● Last day to submit for first review: March 31 each year ● Last day to submit for second review: Sept. 30 each year Ready to get started? Below are the links to the sponsorship and grant applications: ● Sponsorship application: columbiamemorial.org/ sponsorships ● Grant application: columbiamemorial.org/grants If you have questions about the sponsorship and grant program, please email cmhcommunity@columbiamemorial.org.
COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 2111 Exchange St. Astoria, OR 97103 Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Salem, OR Permit No. 86 Cover photo by Austin Miller, videographer and graphic designer. CMH HEALTH COMPASS is published as a community service by COLUMBIA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, a Planetree Gold-Certified Person-Centered Care Facility. 2111 Exchange St., Astoria, OR 97103, telephone 503-325-4321, website: columbiamemorial.org For information about CMH HEALTH COMPASS: Sarah Bello, MBA, Director of Communications CAPT. Doug Kaup President, Board of Trustees Erik Thorsen, MBA, CPA, FACHE Chief Executive Officer Nicole Williams, MPA, FACHE Chief Operating Officer/ Assistant CEO Jimmy Heilman, MD, MBA Chief Medical Officer Brandon Parker, MBA, CPA Chief Financial Officer Information in CMH HEALTH COMPASS comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider. Models may be used in photos and illustrations. 2026 © Coffey Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. Jennifer Peach-Guzman, RN, BSN, MBA Vice President, Patient Care Services Jarrod Karnofski, DPT, ATC, MSHCA Vice President, Ancillary and Support Services Christopher Laman, PharmD, MBA Vice President, Strategy Nicole Perez, BSHA, MSITM Vice President, Health Information Services Doug Mays, MHA Vice President, Facilities, Security and Environmental Care Andrea Keller, DO, FACOG Board-certified OB-GYN Andrea Keller, DO, FACOG, joined the CMH-OHSU Health Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic in mid-December from St. Charles Center for Women’s Health in Bend, Oregon. For the past six years, Dr. Keller has been an OB-GYN hospitalist for St. Charles Medical Center and Asante Rogue Medical Center. She has more than 13 years of practice experience. She began her health care career as a medical receptionist and transcriptionist while raising her children. Dr. Keller earned her doctor of osteopathic medicine degree from Touro University Nevada College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her OB-GYN residency at Aurora Sinai Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is especially interested in high-risk obstetrics and childhood and adolescent gynecological medicine but also takes care of women of all ages and stages of life. CMH Auxiliary Gift Shop Groundhog Day special Danielle King, MD Board-certified OB-GYN Danielle King, MD, joins CMH in mid-January from Samaritan Obstetrics & Gynecology in Lincoln City, Oregon, where she spent the last seven years. Dr. King earned her medical degree from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. She completed a residency at East Carolina University Vidant Medical Center. Dr. King prides herself in educating patients on what is happening with their bodies and gives a range of realistic care options for shared decision-making. She is approachable and enjoys collaborating with her patients to find solutions together. “I strive to be a resource to provide sexual health care throughout one’s lifespan,” Dr. King says. “I am excited to be part of a talented multidisciplinary team dedicated to caring for the coastal community, and I am very happy to be part of OHSU and to stay at the forefront of obstetric and gynecological care.” Meet two new OB-GYN physicians Need an OB-GYN checkup? Call 503-338-7595 to make an appointment with the CMH-OHSU Health Obstetrics & Gynecology Clinic. Bring this issue of the Health Compass in for 25% off one originally priced item on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.
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