PeaceHealth Expands Pulmonary and Sleep Care in Eugene/Springfield
PeaceHealth Medical Group is expanding access to vital lung, respiratory, and sleep care services in Eugene/Springfield with the addition of a renowned team of providers and staff. Effective December 2, 2024, Oregon Lung Specialists will become part of PeaceHealth Medical Group and will be known as PeaceHealth Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at Chad Drive.
The clinic will continue to operate at its current location, conveniently situated at 3125 Chad Drive, Suite 100, in Eugene. Patients can reach the clinic at its new phone number, 541-743-4700.
Continuity of Exceptional Care
The highly esteemed team of six providers from Oregon Lung Specialists will join PeaceHealth Medical Group, ensuring continuity of care for existing patients. Leading this exceptional team are Khuram Ameen, MD, James Christon, MD, Dennis Hopkinson, MD, Karthik Mahadevan, MD, Binaya Rimal, MD, and Matthew Walter, MD. Dr. Hira Irfan, MD, will join the clinic in January 2025, further strengthening their expertise.
In addition to the physicians, the clinic welcomes other experienced clinical staff, including Physician Assistant Jason Olson (PAC) and Respiratory Therapists Melissa Stephens, Kenneth Carter, and Samantha Wagner. Their collective experience and dedication ensure patients receive comprehensive, compassionate care.
A Commitment to Community Health
“We are thrilled to add these caregivers to the PeaceHealth team and keep this critical resource in our community,” said Melissa Edwards, MD, PeaceHealth Medical Group chief hospital executive. “The opportunity to retain physicians with such depth of expertise in treating lung, respiratory, and sleep disorders is deeply gratifying to PeaceHealth and of vital importance to the community of patients we serve.”
Comprehensive Services for Lung and Sleep Health
PeaceHealth Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at Chad Drive specializes in diagnosing, managing, and treating a spectrum of lung, respiratory, and sleep disorders. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of conditions, including:
- Asthma
- COPD
- Lung Cancer
- Interstitial Lung Diseases
- Sleep Apnea
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Narcolepsy
The providers offer specialized consultation and treatment options tailored to each patient’s unique needs, leveraging the latest advancements in diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.
More Information
For more information about PeaceHealth Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine at Chad Drive, please visit their new website:
What are the benefits of this expansion for the Eugene/Springfield Community?
I am interviewing today Dr. Khuram Ameen from PeaceHealth Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine about the recent expansion Grandfather would be proud.
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us. Can you tell us a bit about what this expansion means for the Eugene/Springfield community?
**Dr. Ameen:** Absolutely! We’re thrilled to be joining PeaceHealth Medical Group. This means expanded access to top-notch lung, respiratory, and sleep care for people in the area. We’ll be continuing to provide the same high-quality care that Oregon Lung Specialists was known for but now with the added resources and support of PeaceHealth.
**Editor:** That’s fantastic news! Many people are familiar with Oregon Lung Specialists.
Will there be any changes for existing patients?
**Dr. Ameen:** The transition should be seamless. We’ll be located at the same convenient location, 3125 Chad Drive, Suite 100 in Eugene, and our team will remain the same. Patients can reach us at our new phone number, 541-743-4700. We’re committed to ensuring continuity of care for all our valued patients.
**Editor:** Wonderful to hear! Could you share a bit about the range of services PeaceHealth Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine will offer?
**Dr. Ameen:** We offer a comprehensive range of services to address all aspects of lung and sleep health. This includes diagnosing and treating conditions like asthma, COPD, pneumonia, sleep apnea, and other respiratory illnesses. Our expert team utilizes the latest technologies and advancements in pulmonary and sleep medicine to provide the best possible care for our patients.
**Editor:** Thank you, Dr. Ameen. It sounds like this is a significant development that will benefit the community greatly.
**Dr. Ameen:** We’re excited to be a part of PeaceHealth and look forward to serving the Eugene/Springfield community for years to come.
