Columbia Basin Hospital/Columbia Basin Family Medicine

08/06/2025

Whether you're heading to the beach, relaxing by the pool, or enjoying a day at the lake, swimming is a great way to stay active and have fun. But water can be unpredictable, and even experienced swimmers can face unexpected dangers. These 4 tips will help you stay alert, prepared, and protected in and around the water

08/05/2025

07/31/2025

Dr. Lee Friend, former Chief of Medical Staff and Medical Doctor at Columbia Basin Hospital, established a medical clinic where our current administration building stands called Sun Basin Medical Clinic. The clinic quickly became a vital resource for the community. In 1987, as Dr. Friend prepared to leave the area, concerns about the future of the clinic arose. To preserve this essential service, Columbia Basin Hospital acquired the clinic in 1990 under the name Columbia Basin Family Medicine. Thanks to this decision, the clinic remains a dependable and local source of family healthcare to this day.

As we celebrate 75 years, we honor the dedicated professionals who have shaped our hospital’s history and look forward to continuing our mission of caring for our community.

07/30/2025

As temperatures rise, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses like heat stroke. These 6 quick tips will help you stay cool and healthy in the heat.

07/29/2025

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07/25/2025

Election Day is Tuesday, August 5th!

07/24/2025

Throwback to 1983, when our ED helipad was used for the very first time, and to 1984, when the helipad was dedicated to Dr. Wayne L. Piper.

The first photo shows patient Flora Gilchrist being transported by a Lifebird helicopter to Spokane for emergency treatment. The second photo shows the helipad dedication ceremony, where Faye Piper, widow of Dr. Piper led the dedication to her late husband.

During the ceremony, patient Flora shared her story, crediting the helipad’s first use for her life-saving flight to Spokane the previous year. Also in attendance were Dr. Piper’s daughters, members of the Lioness club, who spearheaded community fundraising efforts for the helipad, along with hospital staff, city officials, and many community members.

As we celebrate 75 years, we honor the dedicated professionals who have shaped our hospital’s history and look forward to continuing our mission of caring for our community.

07/24/2025

We are honored to welcome Dr. Kori Hunt to our team starting next week!

07/23/2025

Summer is in full swing, and for many, that means it's time to pack your bags and head out on long-awaited vacations. But with all the excitement, it’s easy to overlook the health risks that can come with being on the move. Here are 4 essential health tips to help you make the most of your trip.

07/21/2025

Your voice-your impact. See you there!
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