Coos Bay
Holiday Closure: November 27 & 28
KWC Locations and Pharmacy will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. NOTE: OTP WILL BE OPEN
November 14, 2025
The Eugene clinic provides primary medical care as well as blood draws for laboratory testing.
KWC Locations and Pharmacy will be closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. NOTE: OTP WILL BE OPEN
Due to anticipated delays in the mail over the holidays, it would be prudent to give us advanced notice of your prescription refills. For CIT
KWC Locations and CIT Pharmacy will be opening late on Thursday, November 20th due to an All Staff Meeting. For emergencies dial 911 for medical
Laboratory
Though our Eugene location isn’t a full-service laboratory, we offer point-of-care testing such as rapid-strep and rapid-flu, as recommended by your health care provider.
Pharmacy
The Coquille Tribal Pharmacy in Coos Bay provides mail-order options for most medications. Learn more
Dental
We offer dental services in Coos Bay. Learn more
Mental health
We have one mental health therapist onsite in Eugene and are currently remodeling in order to accommodate several more providers to serve the community.
Specialty services
We make referrals to our community partners for specialty care.
COVID vaccines
KWC-Eugene is not currently offering COVID-19 vaccinations, but shots are available at various local sites.
Chief Medical Officer
The Ko-Kwel Wellness Center is delighted to announce that Dr. Elizabeth Barrera, DO, joined our team as the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in June 2025.
Dr. Barrera is dual board certified in Family Practice and Addictions Medicine. She has over a decade of experience that will benefit the Opioid Treatment Program in Eugene, as well as our Primary Care services in Coos Bay and Eugene.
Dr. Barrera completed her undergraduate education at UCLA with a degree in Psychology with a specialization in computer programming. She attended Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific where she completed a pre-Doctoral teaching fellowship in manipulative medicine- using hands-on techniques to allow the body to heal itself. She completed her Family Medicine with Obstetrics Residency and a post-doctoral fellowship in Addiction Medicine with High-Risk Obstetrics at the University of Washington. Dr. Barrera also has a Master of Public Health from the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health where she specialized in health policy and management.
Dr. Barrera has been Medical Director to multiple Opioid Treatment Programs in the Los Angeles area and has an unwavering dedication to providing patient-centered and holistic healthcare. For the past six years, she has served a fundamental role as Chief Medical Officer promoting the integration of behavioral and physical health for Medicaid managed care populations in Washington. She has served on the executive council for Elevance Health in both Health Equity and AI/AN Tribal Health at the national and state levels.
She and her family are looking forward to making the Oregon Coast their new home.
MSHR, LPC
Carly Blemmel is the newest addition to the Ko-Kwel Wellness Center in Eugene. She comes to the clinic with over 14 years of background experience in tribal behavioral health. She holds degrees and certifications such as MSHR (Master of Science in Human Resources), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), and DBH (Doctor of Behavioral Health) Carly excels at encouraging others and has a true passion for her work.
Carly will be providing support for the Behavioral Health team in Eugene and Coos Bay. She is looking forward to providing exemplary service to the Tribal and community members alike.
Carly has lived in Oregon for three years and comes to us by way of Oklahoma. She is a proud member of the Choctaw Nation from Oklahoma and her culture is deeply important to her. In her free time, she like to play a traditional game called “Ishtaboli” which is the Choctaw word for stickball. She and her husband also have two teenage boys and four dogs.
PMHNP
With a Doctor of Nursing Practice and PMHNP-BC from Duke University, Gabrielle brings a wealth of expertise in residential eating disorder treatment and outpatient adult mental health services.
Having recently relocated to Eugene from the East Coast, Dr. Choi is excited to embark on a new journey of providing compassionate and personalized mental health care to our community. Her approach focuses on client-centered care, encompassing thorough evaluation, accurate diagnosis, and effective medication management.
Dr. Choi’s commitment to understanding her patients extends beyond the clinical setting. She values building connections with individuals, staff, and the local community, drawing inspiration from the beautiful landscape of Eugene. Family plays a central role in Dr. Choi’s life and she enjoys family activities, enjoying Korean food together, and getting acquainted with Lane County.
LCSW
KWC-Coos Bay has announced the addition of Jennie Cirincione, LCSW, to its Behavioral Health team in Community Services. With a deep-rooted commitment to serving Native populations, Jennie brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role as a Clinical Social Work Associate.
Having held various positions at the Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) in Portland, Jennie has a proven track record of supporting the needs of Indigenous communities. Her additional experience as an Emergency Department Social Worker at Providence Hospitals provides her with a comprehensive understanding of mental health challenges in a variety of settings.
Jennie holds both a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Portland State University, specializing in Integrated Behavioral Health. She is passionate about providing mental health therapy from a Native lens, emphasizing a relational worldview.
PA-C, MPH, CPH
Allison is a graduate from the University of Utah Master of Physician Assistant Studies. She also has a Master of Public Health and is eager to apply both of these degrees to helping patients manage their health. Her goal is to meet her patients where they are in their wellness journey and bring the medical knowledge she has gained to find a solution that works best for the patient. Allison has a background in health education, pediatrics, and preventive medicine with a focus on OB/GYN care.
Moving from Salt Lake City, Utah, Allison is excited to be part of an outdoor community who thrives hiking in the mountains and exploring the coast. She believes health comes from all aspects of wellness including, but not limited to; physical, social, financial, spiritual and emotional wellness. She hopes to take the time needed to talk with patients and help them understand the physiology behind their diagnosis as well as go through treatment options as they work together to treat the whole body.
On her days off, Allison enjoys spending time with her family- skiing, climbing, hiking and travelling; or reading a good book.
PA-C
Richard joined KWC-Eugene in March of 2023. He is proud to be part of the primary care team and honored to be serving the Coquille Indian Tribe and the greater native population locally. He has a background in primary and acute care medicine. He strives to provide exceptional care with every office visit.
Born and raised in Eugene, Richard started his career in emergency medicine. He volunteered with a rural fire department, trained EMTs at Portland Community College, and was a State of Oregon EMT evaluator before attending Physician’s Assistant (PA) school at Pacific University. As a PA he has worked in rural primary care, acute care, and urology.
When not in the clinic, Richard can be found spending time with his wife and baby.
LPC
Amy Tipton, Licensed Professional Counselor, recently relocated to Eugene, from Kalispell, Montana, to join the Ko-Kwel Wellness Center as an Integrated Behavioral Health Therapist. She has a strong background in building rapport and therapeutic alliances with patients and peers.
Previously, Amy worked as a suicide prevention/intervention therapist with Assiniboine and Sioux youth on the Fort Peck Reservation. Following the end of a SAMHSA Garrett Lee Suicide Prevention grant, she served as the Behavioral Health Department Head at Northeast Montana Health Service, working with both Native and non-Native children and adults. Her career in Behavioral Health began in 2006 as a Targeted Case Manager, and she became a therapist in 2010, working with South Central Community Mental Health Center and the Montana Women’s Prison.
Amy’s educational background includes an AAS, a BS in Human Services/Management, and a graduate degree in Mental Health Counseling. She holds certifications in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Human Trafficking, Forensics, Sexual Offender Treatment, Equine Therapy, and more.
At Ko-Kwel Wellness Center-Eugene, Amy will provide therapy for patients referred by primary care providers, addressing issues such as smoking cessation, pain, diabetes, depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. She will also see long-term patients and is eager to implement evidence-based modalities and innovative techniques.
In her free time, Amy enjoys music, gardening, cooking, photography, and various outdoor activities. She lives with her significant other, Kevin, two Persian cats and poodle. They look forward to exploring Oregon and engaging in activities like crabbing, mushroom hunting, and hiking.
LCSW
LeeAndria obtained her Master of Social Work from Eastern Washington University in 2017. LeeAndria has worked for multiple tribal facilities as both a mental health therapist and a behavioral health consultant. She provides comprehensive assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans for patients and has an emphasis on addressing personal, historical, and systemic trauma.
LeeAndria is a member of the Gidutikad Band of Northern Paiutes and is a
descendent of the Klamath Tribe. LeeAndria is passionate about addressing health equity issues and expanding access to care for all Tribal members.
In her spare time she enjoys the great outdoors with her two sons and baking sweet treats.
To register as a Ko-Kwel Wellness Center patient, please fill out the questionnaire below. Once complete, please send by postal mail or fax to KWC.
If you’re not already a patient of Ko-Kwel Wellness Centers, we’ll need some basic information to get you enrolled. Please fill out one of the forms below to register as a Ko-Kwel Wellness Center patient. Once complete, please send by postal mail or fax to KWC.
IMPORTANT: Do not email us the New Patient Enrollment Packet as it may contain Personal Health Information and your social security number.
Coos Bay: (541) 888-5556 Fax • Eugene: (541) 916-7048 Fax
If you prefer a language other than English, please contact a Clinic team member to arrange for interpreter services:
KWC-Eugene is located at 2401 River Road, in the Santa Clara area. (We share the building with Gentle Dental, Axis Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation, and Willamette Valley Mammography. ) The building is in the shopping plaza at the corner of River Road and Division Avenue, about midway between Albertsons and Fred Meyer.
Phone: (541) 916-7025
Fax: (541) 916-7048
