Pohala Clinic - A Place of Healing

Pohala Clinic - A Place of Healing Primary Care infused with the Aloha Spirit. At Pohala we bridge mainstream medicine with anthroposophy, natural, and indigenous wisdom.

Pohala – A Place of Healing is a clinic that provides personalized primary care with a holistic approach. We create a bridge between the worlds of health care providers have advanced degrees and years of clinical training. People come to Pohala for our empathetic nature and thoroughness. As a Primary Care Family Medicine clinic, we can offer you an ongoing relationship with a medical provider. We want to get to know you and your health. We want to listen to you and be there for you over time. We can provide ongoing medications and counseling for most medical problems. We can hold the "big picture" of your health and help you navigate through the sometimes daunting medical system. Pohala's Founder: Julie E Foster, MSN, FNP
Julie is a fully licensed and board certified Family Nurse Practitioner who Integrates Mainstream and Anthroposophic medicine to achieve optimal health and well being. Patients are pleased with Julie's expert skills in assessing and treating illness while offering holistic perspectives and options for her patients. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with Science Honors from Linfield College in 1991 and her Master's Degree in Nursing, specializing in Family Medicine, from Gonzaga University in 1998.

Kuiki Aloha - To Quilt LoveAunty Lani shared her Kuleana with us this week at Pohala. Our team on and offsite were able ...
03/27/2026

Kuiki Aloha - To Quilt Love
Aunty Lani shared her Kuleana with us this week at Pohala. Our team on and offsite were able to take a breath and enjoy some time together.
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What are the stories of your life worth sharing?
Each of us matter and the little things are the Big things.
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03/27/2026

We had a lovely time with Aunty Lani- From TalkStory. Hawaiian history, Music and inspiring us through her genealogy. The wisdom of the Kupuna is very much alive. We are so grateful for her.

Sharing Aloha
Becoming Pono
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Aloha all,A few of us had an adventurous time foraging for Nettles 🍃.Nettles are great this time of year. Some indicatio...
03/24/2026

Aloha all,

A few of us had an adventurous time foraging for Nettles 🍃.

Nettles are great this time of year. Some indications are for allergies, iron, and general immune boosting.

🌺 Word of the Week: Haliʻa 🌺This week, we reflect on the Hawaiian word Haliʻa, which means a fond remembrance, memory, o...
03/23/2026

🌺 Word of the Week: Haliʻa 🌺

This week, we reflect on the Hawaiian word Haliʻa, which means a fond remembrance, memory, or recollection. It often carries a sense of longing or tenderness, like a memory that gently returns to the heart.

Haliʻa is the feeling that comes with a memory, especially one that is meaningful or emotional. It can be joyful, bittersweet, or comforting, often tied to people, places, or moments we hold close.

In Hawaiian culture, memories are deeply valued as a way of staying connected to ʻohana, ancestors, and personal history. Haliʻa reflects how the past continues to live within us, shaping who we are and how we move forward.

Haliʻa can be a gentle part of the healing process. Remembering can bring comfort or even release. It allows us to honor what we’ve experienced, to feel gratitude, and to carry forward the lessons and love that remain.

At Pohala Clinic, we understand that healing is not just about the present moment. It also includes honoring the past with care and compassion, allowing space for reflection, and supporting you as you move forward. 🌿💚

This week, let Haliʻa remind you to hold your memories with kindness and to honor the moments that have shaped your journey.

🌿 Word of the Week: Hoʻomanawanui 🌿This week, we learn the Hawaiian word Hoʻomanawanui, which means patience, perseveran...
03/02/2026

🌿 Word of the Week: Hoʻomanawanui 🌿

This week, we learn the Hawaiian word Hoʻomanawanui, which means patience, perseverance, and endurance. It speaks to the strength of continuing forward with a steady heart, even when the journey feels long or challenging.

Hoʻomanawanui encourages us to remain patient and resilient through life’s ups and downs. It is the ability to hold steady, to breathe through difficulty, and to trust that progress comes with time and care.

In Hawaiian culture, hoʻomanawanui reflects emotional strength and balance. Life is understood as a series of seasons, and perseverance allows individuals and communities to move through hardship while maintaining hope and dignity. It is a reminder that endurance is not about rushing forward, but about staying grounded and committed.

Healing often calls for hoʻomanawanui. Growth and recovery rarely happen overnight, and patience becomes an important part of the process. Giving yourself grace, allowing space for rest, and trusting gradual change can bring deeper and more lasting healing.

At Pohala Clinic, we honor the spirit of hoʻomanawanui by supporting you at every stage of your wellness journey. We believe healing unfolds in its own time, and we are here to provide care, encouragement, and compassion along the way. 🌿💚

This week, let Hoʻomanawanui remind you to be gentle with yourself and to trust that steady steps forward are still progress.

🌺 Word of the Week: Lanakila 🌺This week, we celebrate the Hawaiian word Lanakila, which means victory, success, or trium...
02/23/2026

🌺 Word of the Week: Lanakila 🌺

This week, we celebrate the Hawaiian word Lanakila, which means victory, success, or triumph. It reflects overcoming challenges and reaching a place of achievement through perseverance and strength.

Lanakila speaks to success that comes through effort and resilience. Not just winning or reaching a goal, but about the growth and lessons gained along the way. True lanakila often comes from patience, courage, and commitment to the journey.

In Hawaiian culture, lanakila represents more than personal achievement. It can also reflect collective success, when families and communities rise together after hardship. Victory is meaningful because it honors the work and unity that made it possible.

Healing itself can be a form of lanakila. Every step forward, no matter how small, is a victory. Choosing rest, asking for help, or continuing to hope during difficult times are all quiet triumphs that deserve recognition.

At Pohala Clinic, we celebrate each moment of lanakila with our patients. Healing is not always linear, but every milestone matters, and we are honored to walk alongside you as you move toward greater balance and well-being. 🌿💚

This week, let Lanakila remind you to recognize your progress and honor the victories, both big and small, that shape your path.

Ho’Ilona ☀️ 🌈 In light of such tragedies the Spirit of light shines through. Can you see the circle ⭕️ outside of the su...
01/26/2026

Ho’Ilona ☀️ 🌈

In light of such tragedies the Spirit of light shines through. Can you see the circle ⭕️ outside of the sun ☀️ and the prism of rainbows on either side? The photo does not capture the experience of what my daughter witnessed yesterday in our Sunny Cold ❄️ Northwesr.

In the Hawaiian tradition we believe Ho’Ilonas are connecting us to A Kua and our ancestors.

We trust the good can prevail.

Aloha and Malama e pono for this time 🌅

Pohala January 2026 outing to Mt. Hood 🏔️ for Cosmic Tubing. 🛞 Nostalgic memories of the Multopor 1927 Lodge. It was swe...
01/26/2026

Pohala January 2026 outing to
Mt. Hood 🏔️ for Cosmic Tubing. 🛞
Nostalgic memories of the Multopor 1927 Lodge.
It was sweet to see the little ones all bundled up and everyone can love the rainbow 🌈 lighting.

🌺 Word of the Week: Hoʻoponopono 🌺This week, we learn the Hawaiian word Hoʻoponopono, which means to make things right, ...
01/20/2026

🌺 Word of the Week: Hoʻoponopono 🌺

This week, we learn the Hawaiian word Hoʻoponopono, which means to make things right, to restore balance, or to reconcile. It is a practice of healing relationships and releasing burdens.

Hoʻoponopono is the act of addressing conflict or misunderstandings with honesty and compassion. It is about clearing what feels tangled so that peace can return. It can happen between people, within families, or even inside your own heart.

Traditionally, Hoʻoponopono was a guided process led by elders or healers. Families would come together to speak openly, listen, ask forgiveness, and mend what was broken. The goal was always balance, unity, and restored connection. This practice reflects the Hawaiian belief that unresolved conflict can affect not only people, but the community and the land as well.

Hoʻoponopono teaches that healing is not only physical. Emotional and spiritual healing often begin when we let go of resentment and guilt. Whether it is forgiving someone else or offering forgiveness to yourself, this practice opens space for peace and renewal.

At Pohala Clinic, we honor healing in all its forms. We recognize that true wellness includes body, mind, and spirit, and that sometimes the most powerful medicine is making peace within ourselves and with others. 🌿💚

This week, let Hoʻoponopono remind you that it is never too late to make things right and to return to balance.

🌿 𝓦𝓸𝓻𝓭 𝓸𝓯 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓮𝓴: 𝓜ā𝓵𝓲𝓮 🌿This week, we reflect on the Hawaiian word Mālie, which means calm, peaceful, or gentle. It d...
01/06/2026

🌿 𝓦𝓸𝓻𝓭 𝓸𝓯 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓮𝓴: 𝓜ā𝓵𝓲𝓮 🌿

This week, we reflect on the Hawaiian word Mālie, which means calm, peaceful, or gentle. It describes a sense of stillness that settles in when things feel balanced and at ease.

Malie refers to a state of calm, whether in nature or in the body. It can describe quiet seas or a peaceful mindset. Mālie reminds us that calm does not always mean silence. It means feeling steady and present in the moment.

In Hawaiian culture, mālie is often used to describe peaceful conditions that allow life to flourish. Calm waters and gentle weather were signs of harmony. This same idea applies to people. When we live with malie, we create space for connection and care.

Healing often begins with malie. When the mind finds quiet, the body can begin to restore itself. Calm creates room for listening and deeper awareness of what we need.

At Pohala Clinic, we value creating an environment of malie. A place where you can feel safe and supported as you move through your healing journey. 🌿💚

This week, let malie guide you to slow down, breathe, and welcome moments of peace into your day.

🌿 Word of the Week: Koa 🌿This week, we reflect on the Hawaiian word Koa which means bravery, courage, and warrior spirit...
12/08/2025

🌿 Word of the Week: Koa 🌿

This week, we reflect on the Hawaiian word Koa which means bravery, courage, and warrior spirit. It also refers to the koa tree, one of the strongest and most cherished trees in Hawaiʻi. Both the word and the tree symbolize strength, resilience, and the courage to stand tall.

Koa describes someone who meets life with courage, be it facing challenges, changes, or new beginnings. It’s about moving forward even when things feel uncertain.

The koa tree has long been valued in Hawaiian culture. Its wood was used to craft canoes, weapons, and tools that required great strength. Because of this, koa became closely tied to the qualities of leadership, determination, and inner fortitude. To be koa is to embody this same strength in spirit.

Healing often asks us to call upon our inner koa. It takes courage to rest, to grow, and to ask for support. The warrior spirit can be gentle too. Sometimes bravery is simply waking up and trying again.

At Pohala Clinic, we honor the koa within each person. We are here to help you feel supported, brave, and grounded as you move through your healing journey. 🌱💚

This week, let Koa remind you that strength is already within you, and every small act of courage matters.

🌬️ 𝓦𝓸𝓻𝓭 𝓸𝓯 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓮𝓴: 𝓜𝓪𝓴𝓪𝓷𝓲 🌬️This week, we honor the Hawaiian word Makani, which means wind or breeze. In Hawaiʻi, the ...
12/02/2025

🌬️ 𝓦𝓸𝓻𝓭 𝓸𝓯 𝓽𝓱𝓮 𝓦𝓮𝓮𝓴: 𝓜𝓪𝓴𝓪𝓷𝓲 🌬️

This week, we honor the Hawaiian word Makani, which means wind or breeze. In Hawaiʻi, the makani is a presence that carries stories, shifts energy, and gently reminds us that change is always moving through our lives.

Makani refers to the winds that move across the islands. These winds can be soft and soothing or strong and powerful, each with its own name and personality. They are seen as messengers of nature, bringing renewal, cleansing, and connection.

In Hawaiian culture, winds are deeply respected. Many winds are named and remembered in chants and moʻolelo, because they reflect the character of a place. Knowing the makani of an area meant understanding the land and the life it supported.

Makani reminds us that healing often comes like the wind, in gentle shifts or sudden changes. It can clear what feels heavy, bring fresh perspective, and help us breathe a little easier. Even a small breeze can calm the heart and steady the mind.

At Pohala Clinic, we see healing as a movement of energy. Just like the makani, it can guide, refresh, and renew. We are here to support you through every shift in your wellness journey with care and aloha. 🌿💚

This week, let Makani remind you to breathe deeply, release what no longer serves you, and welcome in the fresh air of new possibilities.

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7477 SE 52nd Avenue
Portland, OR
97206

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

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Pohala – A Place of Healing is a clinic that provides personalized primary care with a holistic approach. We create a bridge between the worlds of health care with providers who have advanced degrees and decades of clinical training. People come to Pohala for our empathetic nature and thoroughness. As a Primary Care Family Medicine clinic, we can offer you an ongoing relationship with a medical provider. We want to get to know you and your health. We want to listen to you and be there for you over time. We can provide ongoing medications and counseling for most medical problems. We can hold the "big picture" of your health and help you navigate through the sometimes daunting medical system. Pohala's Founder: Julie E Foster, FNP Julie is a fully licensed and board certified Nurse Practitioner in both Family Medicine and Anthroposophic Medicine. She draws on a variety approaches to achieve optimal health and well being. Patients are pleased with Julie's expert skills in assessing and treating illness while offering holistic perspectives and options for her patients. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with Science Honors from Linfield College in 1991 and her Master's Degree in Nursing, specializing in Family Medicine, from Gonzaga University in 1998.