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Dr. Roberto M. deCastro Announces Retirement After 35 Years at Northwest Women’s Clinic
Dr. Roberto M. deCastro, a beloved physician and integral part of Northwest Women’s Clinic (NWWC), has announced his retirement, effective December 31, 2024. Dr. deCastro’s career spans 35 years at NWWC and 43 years in medicine, making a profound impact…
Lace Up Your Sneakers for Miles for Midwives 2024
Northwest Women’s Clinic is thrilled to announce our sponsorship of Miles for Midwives 2024, a 5k run/walk fundraiser supporting Oregon Midwives through the Oregon Affiliate of American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) and the Oregon Midwifery Council (OMC). Join Us for…
Important Announcement: Changes to our Care Model and Hospital Affiliation
At Northwest Women’s Clinic, we are committed to providing the highest quality personalized care for the well-being of all our patients. In fact, more than 7 in 10 of our obstetric patients are delivered by their own doctor or midwife!…
Northwest Women’s Clinic Nominated For PDX Parent Reader Favorite
We are thrilled to share that Northwest Women’s Clinic has been nominated for a PDX Parent Reader Favorites award in Obstetrics & Women’s Health! Each year, PDX Parent celebrates the best of Portland’s local businesses, camps, playgrounds and more as…
Prioritizing Your Patient Rights, Comfort, and Safety: Oregon’s Medical Chaperone Law in Women’s Healthcare
The state of Oregon is leading the way in patient-centered women’s healthcare with the introduction of the Medical Chaperone Law, empowering patients and protecting your rights during sensitive and intimate medical procedures. The Medical Chaperone Law, which came into effect…
Flu Shots
Flu season 2023-2024 is here! NWWC has our vaccines available! Influenza is a viral infection that can cause fever, body aches, cough and sore throat, far worse than just a bad cold. A serious life threatening complication of the “flu”…
Prenatal Classes
****During the COVID-19 Pandemic, NWWC is only offering our prenatal classes ONLINE through ZOOM. If you are interested, please call our front desk for more information. These classes will be run by Grace Peverly, RN or J. Baron, CNM***** NWWC…
Coronavirus Update
NWWC Policy Regarding the Coronavirus (COVID19) At this time, NWWC is continuing to make efforts to minimize exposure and reduce transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID19). It is important to stay home if you are sick to prevent spreading the virus. Please…