Health Team
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Hank Holmes, MD
Title Family Practice Physician Education Bachelor of Arts Social Science 1968 University of California Berkeley, University of California San Francisco School of Medicine 1973, Family Practice Residency Community Hospital of Sonoma County 1976 License and Certification Oregon License MD, Federal Narcotics Registration, National Board of Medical Examiners, American Board of Family Practice Expertise and Background Doctor Hank Holmes, MD, is a third generation family physician with more than 30 years medical experience. He spent many years serving rural communities of Oregon, Arizona and California, and worked on the Navajo Reservation and in Africa. His passion has always been for collaboration with competent, passionate, compassionate teams to serve the unmet needs of a community, which is why Coast Community Health Center is a great fit. Dr. Holmes' recipe for how medicine should be practiced: “Get together a great group of talented folks, treat all patients and staff equally and with respect, do a good job together, and have fun doing it.” “The most important thing is the connection with patients,” he said. “It takes every member of the team to serve the patient well.” He is cofounder of the Oregon Pain Center, supervising treatment teams including physicians, social workers, physical and occupational therapists and other allied health professionals. And he is dedicated to helping families plan for end of life needs, such as hospice and palliative care. Before moving to Bandon in 2014, Dr. Holmes was a frequent Southern Oregon Coast visitor, enjoying the scenic beaches and great outdoors. He served as Coast Community Health Center medical director for three years, from 2014 to 2017. Dr. Holmes was instrumental in facilitating the health center’s transition from a Rural Health Center to FQHC and earn recognition as a Patient Centered Primary Care Home by the Oregon Health Authority. Care Team Member since 2014 -
Laura Franklin, FNP-BC
Title Family Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified Education Master of Nursing 2009 Washington State University, Bachelor of Science Nursing 2006 Walla Walla College University License and Certification American Nurses Credentialing Center, ARNP United, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, National Incident Management System, American Red Cross Disaster Health Services Expertise and Background For more than a decade, Family Nurse Practitioner Laura Franklin has served patients in varied medical settings, including hospitals, clinics and home health locations throughout the Pacific Northwest. Her introduction to health care began in childhood— her father was a physician in rural practice. She started her own her medical career as a registered nurse and earned her Masters of Nursing degree and ANCC board certification in 2009. NP Franklin’s decision to earn her FNP license was motivated by the desire to make a difference is people’s lives. The relationship between primary care practitioner and patient are as fulfilling for her as for her patients, she said. In the health center setting, she is able to invest time getting to know individual patients. “The great thing about family practice is you can take your education and background and utilize it in a positive way,” she said. NP Franklin develops long term patient relationships characterized by effective communication with each individual. Her special areas of expertise include chronic pain management and geriatric care. Additional certifications include treatment of acute conditions. She is an avid gardener who enjoys living in rural settings. Care Team Member since 2014 -
Emily Reinig, DO
Title Family Medicine Doctor, HIV Specialist Education Medical School at Touro University in Vallejo, CA and Residency in Grand Junction, CO License and Certification Doctor of Osteopathy Expertise and Background Doctor Emily Reinig is a family medicine doctor who loves the ability to work with people of all ages and walks of life, to care for whole families, and help build community with good health. She feels this is the essence of family medicine. Her work and education have taken her across the country. These experiences have created a passion for rural living and outdoor adventures. Dr. Reinig is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, the American Academy of HIV Medicine. She is a National Health Corps Scholar who has been recognized for her work and dedication to rural and underserved communities. She has also been involved with pediatric and school outreach through “WE CAN” childhood obesity prevention in Colorado and the Elsa Widenmann Pediatric Clinic in California. Dr. Reinig believes her job is to be a bridge to connect people to the care which empowers them to live a healthier and happier life. She is passionate about the connection between healthy bodies and healthy minds and spirits. She loves preventative medicine from pediatrics to geriatrics and helping patients and families realize their power in this work. In addition to family medicine, she also completed an HIV specialty track during residency, in which she gained experience in providing both specialty and primary care to patients who are HIV positive. She is excited to bring this experience to CCHC. -
Ann Kellogg, DO
Title Chief Medical Officer Education Medical degree at Western University of Health Sciences and Residency at Oregon's Original Rural Family Medicine Residency, through OHSU License and Certification Master of Social Work, Doctor of Osteopathy Expertise and Background Doctor Ann Kellogg, DO is an experienced Doctor and Social Worker. Dr. Kellogg earned her Master’s in Social Work at the University of Maryland Baltimore. She began her career as a social worker, striving to help underserved people live their best life. After she enjoyed a successful career in social work, she furthered her education into medicine. Dr. Kellogg moved to Pomona, CA to attend Western University of Health Sciences (WesternU), where she earned her medical degree. Upon completion of her education at WesternU, she moved in Klamath Falls to train for her Residency at the Oregon’s Original Rural Family Medicine Residency, through OHSU. After completing her residency training, she joined the Hospitalist Team at Sky Lakes Medical Center in Klamath Falls where she has served for seven years. Dr. Kellogg’s philosophy in medicine reflects the importance of individualized care of patients as well as helping communities build health systems that improve the health of the community, as a whole. -
Hal Lowry
Title Family Practice Physician Education Medical Doctorate (MD) from Tufts University School of Medicine and Family Practice Residency Program in Maine. License and Certification Board Certified in Family Practice and has 30 years of experience. Expertise and Background Dr. Harold (Hal) Lowry is Board Certified in Family Practice and has 30 years of experience. He graduated with his Medical Doctorate (MD) in 1977 from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston. From 1978-1981 Dr. Lowry worked at the Gila River Indian Reservation. Once he completed his practice there, he transferred to Maine for two years, where he completed a Family Practice Residency Program. In 1983 he moved to Tucson, Arizona where he worked as a staff physician in a primary care clinic for CIGNA Health plan. In 1988, he joined a full-service Family Practice where he worked with a small group of doctors in a private practice. Dr. Lowry focuses on the overall health of his patients. His goal is to have patients leave feeling better than when they arrived. “The good doctor treats the disease. The great doctor treats the patient who has the disease.” (William Osler MD). This famous quote describes Dr. Lowry’s approach to treatment and how each of our staff members at CCHC treats each patient. Since 2010, CCHC has cared for the wellbeing of each person and work wisely to make sure each patient receives the compassionate care and assistance to live a healthy life. -
Randell Smith, FNP-BC
Title Family Nurse Practitioner Education Bachelor of Arts Psychology, George Washington University, Washington, D.C., 2008; Bachelor of Science Nursing, Pace University, 2011; and Master of Science, Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner, Pace University, New York, New York, 2013 License and Certification Advance Practice Registered Nurse, Oregon; Basic Life Support; Telemetry; IV Therapy Expertise and Background Family Nurse Practitioner Randell Smith has a passion for holistic and preventative care. Her experience includes work with patients in hospital settings, as well as walk-in and primary care clinics. NP Smith says it’s fulfilling to serve patients in community health centers, where health care teams can make a difference working with entire families. “It’s rewarding, especially in rural health clinics, to be a resource and point person for primary health care. Developing relationships with patients is really important to me– empathizing, helping people feel safe and comfortable coming in for any reason,” said Smith. A member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, NP Smith participated in the AIHM: Global Practitioners United in Health and Healing conferences in 2015 and 2017. She’s volunteered for community service projects such as the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and The Greater Boston Food Bank. Originally from New Jersey, NP Smith has spent many years traveling the country, completing undergraduate studies in Washington, D.C., and nursing degrees in New York. She and her boyfriend Jarrett relocated to the Oregon Coast from San Diego, California in 2016. They live in North Bend with their dog Jackie. NP Smith appreciates the beauty and seasonal variety of Western Oregon. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, live music, traveling, reading, healthy cooking, and exploring all that the Oregon Coast has to offer. Care Team Member since 2017 -
Karen “Kikki” Olson, APRN
Title Family Nurse Practitioner Education Master of Science in Nursing Family Practice Program at the University of Utah. License and Certification Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) Expertise and Background Karen Olson, APRN., FNP-BC, is a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 23 years of experience in Family Medicine and 3 years of outpatient Oncology/Hematology experience. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, she most recently returned to relocated to Oregon's Southern Coast from Utah. She has served as a Primary Care Provider in rural and suburban settings, including the Southern Oregon Coast, in the early 1990s. She received a Bachelor of Nursing from Gustavus Adolphus College in Minnesota and practiced as an RN in adult and pediatric care for 6 years. She graduated with Honors from the University of Utah in 1994 with a master's degree. She is an avid outdoor enthusiast and Equestrian. Her love of the ocean, inland waterways, and forests drew her back to Oregon. Hiking, fishing, riding her horses, art, dance, and gardening are some of her, perhaps, too many interests. She has a strong connection to nature and wildlife. -
Stephanie Empson, FNP
Title Family Nurse Practitioner Education Master of Science in Nursing at Frontier Nursing University and Residency at Coast Community Health Center in Bandon, Oregon. License and Certification Family Nurse Practioner, Chemotherapy Certified Nurse, Dialysis Coordinator Educator. Expertise and Background Stephanie Empson, FNP attended Umpqua Community College in Roseburg, where she studied Science of Nursing, becoming a Registered Nurse in 2000 and a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in 2002. In her early days as a nurse, she worked in a local skilled nursing facility, where she quickly rose to become the Director of Nursing. Her dedication and leadership to the nursing department gave her recognition in her field. After working for 12 years as a nurse in management, she enrolled at Western Governor's University in Utah, completing her studies in Science of Nursing and earning her Bachelors in Science of Nursing in 2016. In addition to her studies, she worked as the Dialysis Nurse for acute-dialysis patients at the local dialysis unit in Coos Bay, OR. Several community members have known Stephanie for most of her life, and many have met her at Bay Area Hospital, where she was a charge nurse on the medical care unit in 2015. While at BAH, she became a Chemotherapy Certified Nurse and provided health care to patients of all ages. She completed her Master in Science of Nursing (MSN) in 2020 from Frontier Nursing University (FNU), and she is now pursuing a Doctorate from FNU online. Along with her studies, she received her credentials as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) at the American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP). Stephanie is returning to Coast CHC after completing her clinical rotations for her Master's in Nursing Program here. Working side-by-side with Laura Franklin, FNP, she built relationships with patients and will continue to do so. One of her previous patients states, "I am thrilled to have Stephanie return to Coast. Stephanie listened to my health needs and asked questions to reveal the root problem causing my pain. She pointed out areas in my life leading to the health problem and referred to lifestyle changes instead of prescriptions. I am now able to control my health with easy, small alterations like 20-minute walks on the beach, daily stretching before bed, and an increase in water intake." -
Jennifer Hope FNP-BC
Title Family Nurse Practitioner Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Alderson-Broaddus College, in Philippi, West Virginia in 1999. Master of Science in Nursing from West Virginia University. License and Certification Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner post-graduate certificate program. Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) practice. Expertise and Background Jennifer Hope was born and raised in West Virginia. She is a coal miner’s daughter. As a kid, she remembers standing in line with her mother at the Town Hall to get their share of commodity cheese and pinto beans when her dad was laid off from the mines. Recently, she sold all her belongings, packed only what would fit in her car, and moved to rural Oregon. The coastal environment is gorgeous, but she drove more than 2,200 miles to continue her career at Coast CHC specifically because she appreciates the mission of Coast Community Health and wants to play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive and high-quality healthcare in a non-judgmental environment. She believes all patients deserve to be treated with respect. The only way to improve your physical health, such as diabetes or obesity, is to first improve your mental health. -
Zane Smith, RPh
Title Pharmacy Director Education Registered Pharmacist, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, 1981 License and Certification Registered Pharmacist Expertise and Background Pharmacy Director Zane Smith, RPh, is a licensed pharmacist with more than 30 years experience in retail pharmacy services. Zane and his wife Karen Smith are both certified compound pharmacists. Together, they have opened and staffed multiple 340B pharmacies for health centers in Oregon. A U.S. Army veteran, Zane completed his pharmacy degree at the University of Oregon. His interest in botany, and his Army nurse training, led him to pharmacy studies, and he worked in conventional retail pharmacies for years. Zane says his goal is to ensure that patients receive the finest service possible. His commitment to high quality, individual service prompted his decision to open his own business. Now, Zane says he's found his niche helping Federally Qualified Health Centers establish and recruit staff for in-house pharmacies. Care Team Member since 2017 -
Nicole Felton
Title Certified Pharmacy Technician Education On-the-job training, Washington and Oregon License and Certification Certified Pharmacy Technician Expertise and Background Nicole Felton has worked in pharmacy services for almost a decade. She began as a pharmacy clerk in Washington and completed her training and certification at the former Tiffany's Drug Store in Bandon, Oregon. Nicole has experience working in conventional retail pharmacies and 340B pharmacies. She appreciates the quality of patient interaction she finds in Federally Qualified Health Center pharmacies. "Being able to make sure customers can afford their medication is the best part," she said. She has lived in Bandon with her husband and three daughters since 2010. Care Team Member since 2017 -
Rosemary Bean, RN
As Clinical Nurse Case Manager, Rosemary supports our care team working with patients to plan wellness goals and find resources to help reach those goals. Our registered nurses work with our care team to help patients and families set and reach wellness goals. Our RNs have years of experience caring for patients, assisting with regular wellness visits and offering care for illness or injury. -
Allison Dery, CMA
Our certified medical assistants work with our care team to greet you and help keep your medical chart up to date. Our CMAs are trained to provide a variety of clinical services, including vitals checks, assisting providers during exams, and administering vaccinations or medications. -
Janice Roberts, RN
Title Patient Care Coordinator, Registered Nurse License and Certification Oregon RN Expertise As Patient Care Coordinator, Janice helps each patient establish primary care with our health center. Thanks to her many years experience, patients can rely on Janice to answer frequently asked questions about health insurance and make the most of our wellness resources. She has worked in hospital, hospice and primary care settings since she was 16 years old– first as a candy striper, then as a Medical Assistant and Registered Nurse. She joined the health team at Coast Community Health Center in 2012. -
MeChelle Weborg, CMA
Our certified medical assistants work with our care team to greet you and help keep your medical chart up to date. Our CMAs are trained to provide a variety of clinical services, including vitals checks, assisting providers during exams, and administering vaccinations or medications. -
Cindi Gray, LCSW
Title Behavioral Health Therapist Education Masters' Degree in Social Work at San Francisco State University. License and Certification Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), Certification in ADHD assessments, and assess, and support transgender persons with gender affirmation letters Expertise and Background Cindi Gray is an experienced therapist with a focus on behavioral health and supporting persons who have experienced trauma. She graduated with a master’s degree in social work from San Francisco State University and began her career in child advocacy and domestic violence prevention. She soon became drawn to hospice social work and grief support. "The worst kind of loss is your own" became an awareness she has held in offering support and guidance. In the past 10 years she has developed several grief support groups i.e., walking, art and writing focused as well as helped to initiate a grief support camp for children and teens. While living and working in California, she and her husband planned to move to Oregon in retirement but had become so drawn to the Oregon coast, made plans to move sooner. She was drawn to the position of Behavioral Health Therapist as an opportunity to work more closely with our community in coping with day-to-day life changes as well as more serious mental health issues. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, she can support persons experiencing complex trauma. "I appreciate the staff I work with at CCHC. They all show a deep commitment to patient care." Cindi’s interests are in fabric crafts and gardening./span> -
Johanna Shindler
Title Certified Health and Wellness Coach Education Pack Health, Southwestern Oregon Community College, Lane Community College License and Certification Health and Wellness Coaching Certification, Pack Health, American Heart Association Basic Life Support, Mental Health First Aid-Adult, Motivational Group Enhancement Group Intervention Expertise and Background Johanna has always had a passion for helping others. Her unique skill set has prepared her to assist people to realize a healthy, quality life. Johanna has a range of experience working with those who are underserved and people who have barriers that prevent them from meeting their goals. In her past profession, she created guidance programs to connect people to the available and necessary resources to help them work towards successful outcomes. Johanna has specialized training in Motivational Interviewing, which is proven to positively impact communications and encourage change talk with participants. Johanna is a Bandon native and has extensive ties to the community. She has been with Coast CHC team since 2020. Wellness Coach Overview: A wellness coach works with you and your care team to facilitate and empower you to engage in your own health. Depending on your needs, a wellness coach will be able to help you set goals for improved Nutrition, Exercise/movement, and Behavior changes for overall wellbeing. Wellness coaches are key motivators in helping you stay on track as you make lifestyle changes. The first step will be to discuss what is important to you, as well as your strengths and values. From those initial conversations, an action plan will be created; and the wellness coach will provide guidance as you work together towards your healthcare goals. -
Danielle Givens, LCSW
Title Behavioral Health Consultant Education Master's in Social Work 2013 at the Southern Connecticut State University, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice 2010 at the University of New Haven. License and Certification Licensed Clinical Social Worker, National Association of Social Workers, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Infant and Toddler Mental Health Specialist, Primary Care Behavioral Health Specialist, WPATH Transgender Care. Expertise and Background Danielle Givens, LCSW has been a social worker for over a decade. Shortly after her graduation in 2013, she served as a US Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines working with youth and families in a rural community outside of the capital, Manila. She has worked in rural healthcare since then, specializing in community mental health and substance use treatment. As a primary care behavioral health consultant, Danielle strongly believes in a holistic approach to health – our physical and emotional well-being are one. She is passionate about mental health, spending time with patients to help them understand their diagnoses and how best to manage them. She believes that we all deserve space to explore, feel, and learn that no two patients are the same. She specializes in chronic pain management, anxiety and depression, trauma treatment, and behavioral lifestyle interventions. She strives to be a LGBTQ+ ally, providing medical letters of necessity for gender reassignment procedures. She can also meet with patients to assess for Emotional Support Animal letters. Danielle's journey into social work was by way of side roads in criminal justice, psychology, and a research internship at the VA. She was profoundly impacted by the need for mental health support in her community and impassioned to explore avenues of change. She loves working in the primary care setting, alongside talented, empathetic coworkers striving to do the same. She engages in regular continuing education to keep up with the latest evidence-based treatments. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and cats, traveling, watching anime, hiking, and playing at the beach. -
Jenny Pugh, LPC
Title Behavioral Health Consultant Education B.A. in Psychology from Mills College in Oakland, CA. M.S. in Counseling Psychology from Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR. License and Certification Licensed Professional Counselor, Certificate in Infant Toddler Mental Health, Certified Parent Child Interaction Therapy Expertise and Background Jenny Pugh has been working with children and families for over 10 years. After college she worked with adolescents with severe emotional disturbance in San Francisco in a residential setting. She then moved to Portland, OR and worked as an intake specialist and residential counselor for Cascadia Behavioral Health. After getting her degree she worked at Morrison Child and Family services providing care for children and families in outpatient, community based, and crisis settings. She has also worked with adults at Clackamas Country where she provided mental health and drug and alcohol counseling. Jenny has been living in North Curry County for 3 years, has worked in Coos and Curry Counties and is able to work with children, families, adolescents, and adults. -
Nia Sopiwnik Stewart, LCSW
Title Behavioral Health Therapist Education Master of Social Work at University of Minnesota in Minnesota. License and Certification Certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain and Prolonged Exposure. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Expertise and Background Nia Sopiwnik Stewart has over a decade of experience as a therapist, specializing in providing individually tailored, evidence-based therapies for treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Pain, Insomnia, Anxiety, and Depression. Nia is formally trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain, Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. She has 10 years of experience providing therapy to individuals and couples at the Department of Veteran Affairs. She is certified in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain and Prolonged Exposure. She received her graduate degree from the University of Minnesota School of Social Work while earning a Master’s in Public Policy. She has a special interest in providing cognitive and behavioral interventions for people to use so they can pursue their goals and achieve wellness. In her free time, Nia enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, baking, and exploring beautiful new places outside. -
Julie Griffin, CADCII
Title Substance Use Disorder Counselor Education Addiction Studies at Chemeketa Community College and Christian Counseling at Nazarene Bible College. License and Certification Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA), CADC II- Certified alcohol Drug Counselor Expertise and Background Julie Griffin has been a Substance Use Counselor for 12 years in Oregon, relocating to the Southern Oregon Coast 6 years ago. She loves to help people find freedom from their addictions. Although her primary focus is substance use issues, Julie can help people with all kinds of addiction struggles. She enjoys working with people from all walks of life. During her 16 years of sobriety, Julie is an active member and leader in the recovery community. Since getting sober, she has devoted herself to helping others who feel hopeless and lost in a challenging world. Julie and her husband enjoy small living, so much, so they live in a tiny house and enjoy homesteading. They grow most of their food and raise chickens and ducks for eggs. They love living in a rural area and can enjoy all the outdoor activities they love, such as hiking, fishing, hunting, camping, and so much more. Julie is a member of NADACC and MHACBO. She has specialized training in suicide prevention, crisis management, and LGBTQ+. Julie believes every person who struggles with addiction has the power to make positive changes to a challenging lifestyle.
Providers & Clinicians
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Randell Smith, FNP-BC
Family Nurse Practitioner,
Bandon“It’s rewarding, especially in rural health clinics, to be a resource and point person for primary health care. Developing relationships with patients is really important to me– empathizing, helping people feel safe and comfortable coming in for any reason.”
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