Willamette Valley Medical Center

Willamette Valley Medical Center Willamette Valley Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in McMinnville, Oregon.

Willamette Valley Medical Center (WVMC) is a 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology. WVMC features a 24-hour Emergency Department with round-the-clock imaging and laboratory services, the Joint Replacement Institute (A

dvanced Certified in Total Hip and Knee Replacement by the Joint Commission), an Intensive Care Unit, and a Senior Behavioral Health Services unit. WVMC also provides a host of other services including a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Cardiology, Oncology, Wound Care, and Therapy Services. IF YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL 911 OR VISIT THE NEAREST EMERGENCY MEDICAL FACILITY. Please note that information, including personal and health information, posted to this page is generally accessible by others. To protect your privacy, PLEASE DO NOT SHARE OR COMMUNICATE ANY MEDICAL OR OTHER HEALTH INFORMATION ON OR THROUGH THIS PAGE. By posting to this site, you assume any risks associated with the sharing of this information. Willamette Valley Medical Center expressly disclaims any obligations under federal or state health privacy laws for information contained in such posts. For more information on Facebook’s privacy practices and terms and conditions, please review the policies and terms applicable to the third-party site. We are not responsible for the privacy and security practices of those other websites, applications, and/or platforms or the information they may collect (which may include IP address). You should contact such third parties directly to determine their respective privacy policies. Links to any other websites or content do not constitute or imply an endorsement or recommendation by us of the linked website, platform, and/or content. For more information on Willamette Valley Medical Center’s privacy and security practices related to our services, please visit our website. We use this page to share content about our facility, team, community, health observances, and general health education. Please be respectful, and note that while we do not regularly review or remove content from this page, we reserve the right to review and remove posts or comments that are, among other things, abusive, fraudulent, deceptive, misleading, obscene, violate the law, promote unrelated offerings, link to external sites, or may otherwise risk harm to any person.

Willamette Valley Medical Center is proud to bring high quality healthcare to our community—and nowhere is that commitme...
07/29/2025

Willamette Valley Medical Center is proud to bring high quality healthcare to our community—and nowhere is that commitment more evident than in our Orthopedics and Sports Medicine clinic, where Dr. Derek Rains practices.

Dr. Rains is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and was fellowship trained in sports medicine. His practice focuses on arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Rains is a committed community volunteer serving as the head team physician at Linfield University and has held this role for over a decade, has provided medical support for local high school sports teams, and dedicated 10 years to the Willamette Valley Cancer Foundation as a board member.

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Every action counts in the fight against hepatitis. Today is World Hepatitis Day, a global call to raise awareness, redu...
07/28/2025

Every action counts in the fight against hepatitis. Today is World Hepatitis Day, a global call to raise awareness, reduce stigma and encourage vaccination. Learn how you can get involved at worldhepatitisday.org and visit our website to schedule your Hepatitis A or B immunization.

Welcoming New Life: The River-O’Malley Family’s Birthing StoryThe birth of a child is one of life’s most transformative ...
07/23/2025

Welcoming New Life: The River-O’Malley Family’s Birthing Story

The birth of a child is one of life’s most transformative moments—a blend of anticipation, emotion, and love that forever marks a family’s story. For the River-O’Malley family, the journey began with excitement, a birthing plan, questions, and the comforting guidance of the incredible team at the Family Birthing Center at Willamette Valley Medical Center.

From the first contraction to the change in the birth plan, each moment was filled with deep emotion and lasting memories. Here is their story.

Summer is in full swing! While you're having fun in the sun, be prepared for summertime injuries with a Summer First Aid...
07/22/2025

Summer is in full swing! While you're having fun in the sun, be prepared for summertime injuries with a Summer First Aid Kit!

For decades, Gary Smith has been the heartbeat of our radiology department. As a Radiologic Technologist, Gary has consi...
07/17/2025

For decades, Gary Smith has been the heartbeat of our radiology department. As a Radiologic Technologist, Gary has consistently embodied the highest standards of patient care—with compassion, precision, and integrity guiding every scan, interaction, and decision. His steady presence and warm demeanor have comforted thousands of patients and inspired countless teammates.

But Gary's impact goes far beyond the imaging room. He has been a dedicated mentor, shaping the next generation of technologists with wisdom, patience, and an unwavering commitment to doing things the right way. As our team has grown, Gary has been there every step of the way—training, supporting, and uplifting us with his deep knowledge and generous spirit.

Here is Gary's story.

Healthcare is rooted in a profound commitment to support individuals during times of medical need. It takes someone trul...
07/15/2025

Healthcare is rooted in a profound commitment to support individuals during times of medical need. It takes someone truly exceptional to dedicate their life to this calling, and our hospital is fortunate to be filled with such individuals. Among them is ICU Director Shannon Carefoot, whose compassion and vision exemplify the spirit of care.

Recognizing a quiet but powerful need within our community, Shannon brought the No One Dies Alone (NODA) program to Willamette Valley Medical Center. Her leadership and empathy ensure that no patient faces their final moments alone.

Thank you, Shannon, for leading this effort to implement NODA. Our team and our communities thank you.

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Volunteers make sure no one dies alone at Willamette Valley Medical Center. The volunteers — hospital staff members who’ve gone through training — ...

🎉 Congratulations to Kristi Amerson – Leader of the Month/Quarter! 🎉It is with immense pride and gratitude that we celeb...
07/11/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Kristi Amerson – Leader of the Month/Quarter! 🎉

It is with immense pride and gratitude that we celebrate Kristi Amerson as our Leader of the Month/Quarter—a recognition that couldn’t be more well-deserved.

Kristi’s unwavering dedication, collaborative spirit, and inspirational leadership have consistently set the tone for excellence across our organization. She embodies what it means to be a true team player—leading by example, supporting those around her, and lifting everyone to higher standards.

Under her guidance, we've achieved our best Joint Commission review in more than a decade, a milestone that speaks volumes to her commitment to quality and safety. And for the second time, we’ve earned a Leapfrog “A” rating, an accomplishment that reflects the depth of her focus and the strength of our collective efforts.

Kristi’s leadership isn’t just about goals met—it’s about people empowered, standards elevated, and a culture inspired.

👏 Thank you, Kristi, for being the heart of our success. You lead with purpose, passion, and persistence—and we’re lucky to follow your lead.

Willamette Valley Medical Center Names 2025 Mercy Award WinnerBrandon Harris, RN, BSN, Director of Emergency Services, r...
07/10/2025

Willamette Valley Medical Center Names 2025 Mercy Award Winner

Brandon Harris, RN, BSN, Director of Emergency Services, recognized for demonstrating compassion and providing outstanding service to patients, hospital and local community.

McMinnville, OR. July 10, 2025 – Willamette Valley Medical Center recently announced that Brandon Harris, RN, BSN has been recognized as the facility’s 2025 Mercy Award winner. The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of Lifepoint Health’s facilities who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded.

Established in 2001, the Mercy Award is an annual recognition program that honors the life and contributions of Scott Mercy, Lifepoint’s founding chairman and chief executive officer. The award is considered the highest honor a Lifepoint employee can receive.

“At Willamette Valley Medical Center, our caring and compassionate team members are at the heart of advancing our mission of making communities healthier – and Brandon is a shining example of this day in and day out,” said Dewane Pace, CEO. “We are so proud to recognize his many contributions to caring for patients, supporting and leading transformational work in our hospital, and serving our community in multiple ways including as a basketball coach, speaking to student groups, and leading volunteerism efforts such as first aid booths at community events. I’m grateful for Brandon’s positive influence and the example he sets for all of us.”

Each Lifepoint facility winner, including Brandon, will be considered for Lifepoint’s 2025 companywide Mercy Award. The companywide winner will be announced this summer and honored during a ceremony in Nashville, Tenn., in August.

Congratulations Brandon!!!

Mental health matters for everyone. This month highlights the unique mental health experiences of minority communities a...
07/10/2025

Mental health matters for everyone. This month highlights the unique mental health experiences of minority communities and encourages open, supportive conversations. Mental health can have a huge impact on your overall well-being, including your physical health. If you or someone you love needs support, our providers are here to help with compassionate, quality care.

Good health starts with a strong foundation. Whether it’s time for your yearly physical or a preventive screening, our p...
07/08/2025

Good health starts with a strong foundation. Whether it’s time for your yearly physical or a preventive screening, our primary care team is here for every age and stage. If you don’t have a provider yet, visit willamettevalleymedical.com to find one close to home.

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2700 SE Stratus Avenue
McMinnville, OR
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Located in the heart of wine country in McMinnville, Oregon, Willamette Valley Medical Center (WVMC) is an 60-bed acute-care, full-service facility, fully accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospital employs more than 600 people at its facility, which was built in 1996.

Nationally recognized for its quality of care, WVMC is one of top 20 rural community hospitals in the nation as recognized by the National Rural Health Association. WVMC features a 24-hour Emergency Department with round-the-clock imaging and laboratory services, the Joint Replacement Institute, an accredited center of excellence for Weight Loss Surgery, a Critical Care Unit, and a Senior Behavioral Health Services unit. WVMC also provides a host of other services including a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient Surgical Services, a Family Birthing Center, Endoscopy, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Cardio Pulmonary Services, Breast Center, and Therapy Services. In addition, the hospital offers specialty services in the H. R. Hoover, MD, Cancer Center and the Wound Care Center.

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