Coos Bay
KWC Locations and Pharmacy closed January 19
KWC Locations and Pharmacy will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. For emergencies dial 911 for medical
January 9, 2026
As your primary health-care provider, our medical team cares about the whole patient: body, mind and spirit. We provide a variety of services with a holistic approach to wellness:
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
KWC Locations and Pharmacy will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. For emergencies dial 911 for medical
KWC Locations and Pharmacy will open at 10am on Thursday, January 15 for an all staff meeting. For emergencies dial 911 for medical or 988
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
Phone (541) 916-7025
Fax (541) 916-7048
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 your KWC.
IMPORTANT: Do not email this packet. It may contain personal health information and your Social Security number.
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.
Physician Assistant
Daniel Carlson has provided primary medical care at Ko-Kwel Wellness Center since it opened in 2021. He’s a strong believer in preventive medicine and the healing power of good food and regular exercise.
He also advocates for regular wellness checks, especially for kids and adolescents, many of whom have had their mental and physical health negatively impacted by COVID.
He holds a Master of Science from Pacific University. Before becoming a physician assistant, he worked as an advanced emergency medical technician in Washington County, Ore. Before working in medicine, he graduated from the University of California at Davis with a degree in economics and worked in commercial banking.
He enjoys archery, photography and hiking.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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.
Physician Associate
Sean studied Health Promotion and Education while specializing in Emergency and Wilderness medicine during his time at the University of Utah. He then worked as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and Medical Assistant in Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, and Burlington, Vermont prior to enrolling in PA school. He earned his Master’s in Physician Associate Studies from Midwestern University in Phoenix, Arizona.
Throughout his education and practice Sean has focused on the importance of preventative and lifestyle medicine, fostering the mind-body connection, and the healing power of nature.
In his free time, he enjoys studying ecology, rock climbing, hiking, backpacking, kayaking, skiing, playing soccer, and spending time with his wife and dog.
The Ko-Kwel Wellness Center offers free 24-hour call-in medical help lines for all tribal members and patients of the center’s Medical Clinic. (For medical emergencies, please phone 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency room.)
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