As a parent, keeping your child healthy is your top priority. When your child falls ill, we want you to know that we’re here for you as it is our concern as well. If your child is showing signs of a non-life-threatening illness, please call our office right away and we will do our best …

One of the key responsibilities of parents is to make sure their newborns remain healthy during their formative years. Besides providing routine health care, well child visits are important because they are effective in helping to prevent and detect illnesses and problems before symptoms occur. Regular pediatric well child visits are intended specifically for children …

According to the CDC, nearly 10% of the U.S. population is estimated to be living with diabetes or prediabetes, which are diseases that cause irregular blood sugar levels in an individual’s body. Blood sugar, medically known as glucose, is an essential component that provides energy to the body’s cells, which help vital organs and tissues to …

A pelvic exam is a crucial component to a woman’s recommended yearly gynecological examination. The pelvic exam is typically combined with other tests and assessments in order to provide a complete picture of the individual’s current health. Such additional components typically include: A breast exam A pap smear or pap test Testing for STDs and …

A Pap smear or Pap test is a routine procedure used to screen for cervical cancer. The whole examination is quite simple, as it only requires a swab of cells from the cervix for testing. Pendleton Family Medicine specializes in providing pap tests for patients in Pendleton, OR. Learn more about the testing process and …

What is Mammography? Mammography, also known as a mammogram, is the examination of the breast using x-rays. Mammography is considered the most effective tool for early breast tumor detection. Most medical experts agree that successful treatment of breast cancer often is linked to early diagnosis. Mammography plays a central part in early detection of breast …

What is Testosterone? Testosterone is a sex hormone that plays a major role in sexual development and fertility. Varying levels of testosterone within a person’s body will affect many bodily functions, including: The Production of Body and Facial Hair Muscle Strength Sexual Drive Sexual Dysfunction Causes of Low Testosterone It is completely natural for testosterone …

Learn About the Vaccines We Recommend for Your Child A good way to ensure your child stays healthy is to make sure they get the proper immunizations at the correct time. Pendleton Family Medicine is here for you and can provide all of the immunizations your child will need. Below is a listing and description …