Our Providers
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PRIMARY CARE
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Amanda Aldrich, FNP
Amanda is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She attended Western Governors University to earn a Masters of Nursing Science in Nursing Leadership and Management, then went on to attend Bradley University to complete her studies and become a Family Nurse Practitioner. When not seeing patients, Amanda enjoys spending time with family. |
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Eric Allard, PA-C
Eric attended Oregon State University for his undergraduate education. Prior to pursuing his graduate studies as a physician assistant, he worked as an EMT in Salem for 5 years and as a CNA in the ICU for 1 year. Upon completion of the Physician Assistant program at Idaho State University, he returned home to Oregon and is happy to be able to practice medicine in his home state. Eric emphasizes a holistic approach to care that focuses on each person’s unique needs and enjoys caring for individuals of all ages. Outside of the office, he enjoys cooking, cycling, hiking, and working on crafting the perfect cup of coffee. |
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Paul Bilder, MD
Dr. Bilder attended Union College in New York for his undergraduate Bachelors of Science degree, then went on to attend medical school at Albany Medical School, also in New York. He completed a three year residency in Internal Medicine, and completed two fellowship trainings; the first in Cardiology and the second in Pulmonary and Intensive Care. When not seeing patients Dr. Bilder enjoys everything Lacrosse, spending time on his ranch in Oakland, and playing with his grandchildren. |
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Sebastian Brunning, PA-C
Sebastian is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant. An Oregon native, he attended the University of Oregon for his undergrad work, earning a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology and minoring in Biology. Sebastian then attended Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions in Utah where he earned a Master of Physician Assistant Studies. When not seeing patients, Sebastian enjoys spending time hiking and being in the wilderness. |
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Anna "Annie" Hancock, PA-C
Annie is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant. An Oregon native, she attended Lewis and Clark College where she earned a Bachelor of Art in Biology, then attended Idaho State University to complete her Master’s of Physician Assistant Studies. When not seeing patients, Annie enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and exploring Oregon. |
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Ben Johnson, PA-C
Ben is a Board-Certified Physician Assistant. He Earned his Bachelors degree in healthcare Administration from the University of Laverne then went on to complete his AAS in Physician Assistant studies at Cuyahoga College graduating Cum Laude. He is the current Past President of the Oregon Physician Assistant Society. When not seeing patients, Ben enjoys spending time with family and driving his Ford. |
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Michelle Kaplan, MD
Dr. Kaplan attended University of Judaism for her undergraduate degree in Bioethics, and Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California for medical school. She is board certified in both Family Medicine and Addiction Medicine. When not seeing patients she enjoys crocheting, singing, and spending time with her family. |
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David Knowlton, MD
Dr. Knowlton earned is medical degree from Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in Piscataway, New Jersey. He is board certified in Family Medicine and has been practicing in Lane County since 2004. When not seeing patients he enjoys spending time with his family. |
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Francis “Jerry” Kovac, FNP
Jerry is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Jerry completed his Masters of Science in Nursing from Austin Peay State University in Tennessee. He is an Adjunct Faculty Member at Tennessee State, and taught at both Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Skyline Medical Center. He has years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner and has a special interest in Gender Affirming Care and LGBTQ2+ Medicine. Jerry is working on his Doctorate in Nursing and volunteers at HIV Alliance. When not working Jerry enjoys spending time with his husband exploring the Pacific Northwest. |
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Geoff L’Heureux, PharmD, AAHIVP
Geoff earned his PharmD with Honors at the University of Montana and is a credentialed specialist with the American Academy of HIV Medicine. He is also an Oregon licensed pharmacy preceptor. He has extensive experience managing chronic health conditions and medications and believes each patient is a person, rich with their own unique experiences. When not working he enjoys training for and competing in Ironman competitions with his wife. |
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Karrie Patterson, PA-C
Karrie is a Board Certified Physician Assistant. An Oregon native, she attended Oregon State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science. She then attended Idaho State University where she completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies. She returned to rural Lane County to care for the community she grew up in, and now joins the team at G-Street. Karrie sees patients from birth to seniors. When not seeing patients she enjoys spending time with her husband and their three children. She loves watching her children play sports and spending time outdoors introducing her kids to the beauty of Oregon. |
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Chelsea Tang, PA-C
Chelsea was born and raised in Eugene, and grew up participating in competitive gymnastics, attending OSU, where she competed at the college level and graduated with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science. She earned her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies at the Pacific in Sacramento, CA. When not working she enjoys spending time with her husband and labradoodle, Jax. |
Psychiatry
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Philip Williams, MD
Dr. Williams is Board Certified in Internal Medicine as well as Psychiatry. He attended Oklahoma Christian University of Science and Arts in Oklahoma City for undergraduate work, where he majored in biochemistry and liberal studies. He went on to attend the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, also in Oklahoma City. He completed an internal medicine residency and practiced as an internal medicine physician for eight years before returning to school, this time attending Yale University to complete his psychiatric residency. He then attended UCSD to become a fellow in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Philips takes a special interest in caring for the underprivileged in our community. He does not accept outside referrals, keeping his patient base in the integrated model at G Street. When not working he enjoys gardening, movies, and travel. |
Care Management
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Jodi Hecht, QMHA
Jodi Hecht is a Qualified Mental Health Associate. She attended the University of Oregon to earn her Bachelor of Science in Sociology. Jodi has many years of experience in human services and is known to be kind, empathetic, and patient. Jodi takes a person-centered approach to every interaction and takes pride in helping others reach their goals. When not seeing patients, Jodi enjoys spending time with her family, traveling to the coast, hiking, weight lifting, and watching/playing sports. |
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Isabella Stretch-Mendoza, QMHA-R
Isabella Stretch-Mendoza is a Registered Qualified Mental Health Associate. She has worked in support of mental well being for eight years and worked with clients of all ages. She believes all feelings are valid and that every creature brings value to the world. Those who know her describe her as empathetic and a good listener. When not with patients, she appreciates time in the wilderness, visiting with loved ones, and meeting new dog friends. |