History
Salem Clinic was founded in 1925 by a group of three physicians. The Clinic began in the old Masonic Temple, which was located at High and State Streets. Growth and development then prompted a move to the Livesly Building and from there to the Griffin Building in 1955. In 1959, the Clinic moved into its own building at 222 High Street and remained there until August 11, 1975, when the present Main Clinic building at 2020 Capitol Street NE was officially occupied. Steady growth over decades lead to expansions around town, reaching into South Salem and North into Keizer.
In addition to our medical providers, the Main Clinic houses full service laboratory and imaging departments. Four facilities within our community are available for patient convenience. Our multi-specialty group practice setting enables us to provide our patients with comprehensive care and the benefit of varied specialties. At the present time we have over fifty providers representing family medicine; internal medicine; obstetrics and gynecology; general, and bariatric surgery; urgent care; and behavioral health.
We welcome the opportunity to serve you and your family.
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FAQ
What if I need assistance after hours?
Please call the same telephone number you would call during the day for your physician. A physicians' answering service will assist you in reaching the on-call physician. Also, the family medicine department is open for extended hours for urgent or acute needs. If it is a life-threatening medical emergency, call 911 for assistance.
What happens when my medical provider is not available?
If your provider is unavailable, someone from the department will return your call. If your questions or concerns can wait, your own provider will return your call upon his or her return. If it cannot wait, please tell the receptionist and an on-call physician or triage nurse will respond to your needs.
How do I obtain a prescription refill?
In order for us to best serve you, please have your pharmacist contact your medical provider to request a refill. Please call your pharmacy at least 48 hours before you need a refill.
How do I find out about my test results?
Your medical provider will discuss with you how test results will be shared. However, if you need assistance, call the department to leave a message for your provider.
What happens if I move and need my medical records?
Medical records are most commonly requested by completing the Release of Information (ROI) form. This form can be found under the Resources and then Forms headers. A paper ROI form can be picked up at the patient service desk at any of our clinic locations.
Requests can also be made via MyChart by navigating to the Menu, then the Sharing Hub.
What happens when I change my address or my insurance company?
If you are here for a visit, please let the receptionist know when you check in for your appointment. You may also call our business office at 503-399-2424 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
What types of insurance does Salem Clinic bill?
Most insurance policies are billed for you, however, if your insurer requires pre-authorization, call 503-399-2424.
HIPAA
Due to HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations, we are required to obtain your written acknowledgment that you have had the opportunity to receive a copy of our Notices of Privacy Practices. You may obtain a paper copy at our office, or if you prefer you may obtain it electronically by clicking the link below called "Notices of Privacy Practices".
We ask that you sign the Acknowledgment and Consent form that shows you have received a copy. You may obtain a paper copy at our office, or if you prefer you may obtain it electronically by clicking the link below called "CONSENT".
You can mail this Acknowledgment and Consent to:
Salem Clinic Privacy Officer
2020 Capitol Street NE
Salem, Oregon 97303
or bring it to with you to your next appointment.
Download a PDF version of our CONSENT form. (PDF file. Requires the free Adobe Reader to view.)
Download a PDF version of our Notice of Privacy Practices. (PDF file. Requires the free Adobe Reader to view.)
Disclaimer / Privacy Statement
Disclaimer
The information on this web site is provided by Salem Clinic, P.C. While every attempt is made to keep this information as timely and accurate as possible, no guarantee (implied or otherwise) is provided with regards to its' accuracy, completeness, or suitability of content. The user assumes full responsibility for using the information on this site, and understands and agrees that Salem Clinic, P.C. is neither responsible nor liable for any claim, loss, or damage resulting from its use. The mention of specific products or services at this site does not constitute or imply a recommendation or endorsement by Salem Clinic, P.C., unless it is explicitly stated.
Information on this web site is provided as a courtesy, and may be changed or updated without notice. Information may be out of date at any given time, since Salem Clinic, P.C. has no obligation to update information presented on this web site. Salem Clinic, P.C. may also make improvements and/or changes in products and/or services described in this information at any time without notice.
Under no circumstances should the information presented on this web site be considered the same as, or a substitute for, the advice of a physician.
Privacy Statement
Salem Clinic, P.C. is commited to protecting the privacy of our patients. Data collected on this web site, such as number of visitors, pages visited, and length of stay is collected on a strictly anonymous basis to improve the performance and functionality of the web site; however, no personally identifiable information is associated with this data, and it is not shared with any other entity or organization.
Links to Other Web Sites
This site contains links to other web sites which are not operated or maintained by Salem Clinic, P.C. Salem Clinic, P.C. cannot guarantee the content or availability of these sites, and is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such Web sites.
Contacting Our Web site
If you have any questions about this privacy statement, the practices of or issues with this web site, you may email us at: info@salemclinic.org. Comments or questions sent via email are shared with patient service staff to address questions and/or concerns, and may occasionally be retained for training and/or technical purposes.
Mission Statement
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Our mission at Salem Clinic is to improve the health of those we serve in a spirit of compassion and respect.
In support of this mission, we will...
- Strive toward excellence in service while ensuring patient, employee and physician well being
- Promote empathetic, personal and caring interactions
- Foster organizational and personal attributes of honesty and integrity
- Promote a stable, supportive environment conducive to meeting the needs of patients and staff
- Draw upon our collective strength as a team in facing the challenges of medicine
Latest News
Shawn Achor is coming to Salem on May 8th
Salem Clinic Medical Foundation invites you to join us May 8th at the Elsinore Theatre to listen to Shawn Achor share his research and expertise in positive psychology. The event is free and open to the public. Get your tickets here. Shawn Achor is the NY Times bestselling author of The Happiness Advantage and Big Potential. Shawn has worked in 50 countries with nearly half the Fortune 100 and everywhere from Camp David and Harvard to shantytowns in Zimbabwe and children’s cancer wards in Boston. Shawn’s TED talk, The Happy Secret to Better Work, has over 25 million views. Salem Clinic Medical Foundation is excited to present this live event to share Shawn’s messages on the power of positive psychology with our community. |
Best of the Willamette Valley Nomination
The Salem Clinic team is honored to have been nominated in the BEST OF THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY competition again. To share your support, please click here to vote daily through April 4th. |
100 Years!
Salem Clinic turns 100 in 2025. Founded in 1925, Salem Clinic has grown from three founding physicians to group of over 60 medical practitioners, providing medical care to tens of thousands of people in our community each year from four convenient locations in Salem and Keizer. Look for a new centennial celebration page to be added to the website this Spring. |
Occupational Health
Salem Clinic launched an occupational health clinic in the fall of 2024. Dr. Dovhyy brought over ten years of occupational health experience to ensure the immediate success of the endeavor. The Occupational Health Clinic is located at the 1165 Union Street office, which is also home to an Open MRI and other specialty imaging services. Dr. Dovhyy believes in attentive listening to the needs of his patients. He treats and counsels injured workers about the complex world of the worker compensation insurance coverage, treatment and how to return-to-work safely. His many years of experience help to make the entire process smoother for patients. |
Endocrinology Services
Salem Clinic opened the endocrinology services specialty department in the Summer of 2024. The department has specially-trained medical providers to help patients manage a variety of medical issues related to the endocrine system, including: diabetes, metabolic dysfunction, and thyroid disorders. The endocrinology team’s goal is to provide comprehensive and personalized care, to ensure that each patient understands their condition and treatment options. They believe in a collaborative approach to healthcare, and encourage patients to actively participate in their own treatment plan. The Endocrinology Services team welcomes patients at the 5900 Inland Shores Way office in Keizer. |
Medical Assistant Training Program
Salem Clinic welcomed the first cohort of medical assistant students in the Fall of 2024. Salem Clinic partnered with the National Institute for Medical Assistant Advancement (NIMAA) to bring low-cost, high-quality medical assistant training to Salem in effort to combat the ongoing shortage of trained MA’s in the area. The students attend virtual and in-person classes, in addition to gaining 10 hours of hands-on experience in clinical settings each week. The fall cohort will graduate from the program this spring as certified medical assistants, ready for hire. |
Award-Winning Healthcare Careers Website
The Salem Clinic Medical Foundation team launched the skhealthcarecareers.org website in the summer of 2023. The site was developed to be a tool for local youth to explore health care career options, by being able to compare and contrast educational requirements, local earning potential, proximity of training programs and other factors. The medical foundation team also performs outreach to local youth through classroom visits, career day presentations and event sponsorships. The Salem Clinic Medical Foundation team proudly received the President’s Award from the Maion-Polk County Medical Society in the winter of 2024 for their efforts to help develop the local healthcare workforce. Their work is ongoing. Update: The project has won two more awards! Hermes Creative Awards bestowed a Platinum Award for excellence in terms of quality, creativity, and resourcefulness and Oregon PRSA bestowed a Spotlight Award for the community relations campaign for the site launch. |
Measles Outbreak in Marion County
The MMR Vaccine will protect you and your family against Measles, Mumps and Rubella. To get yours today, please call 503-399-2424 to make a nurse appointment. |
Medical Chaperone Changes
All Oregonians are now entitled to have a medical chaperone present for intimate physical exams, including breast, genital and rectal exams for patients of any age. Medical chaperones serve as a witness to the events taking place, should there be any misunderstanding or concern for misconduct. The presence of a trained chaperone can provide reassurance about the professional context and content of the exam. |
 Come join our team!
We are hiring in many departments, including reception, nursing, imaging and laboratory. Competitive pay, friendly environment and excellent benefit package... click to learn more |
Celebrating 20 years in Keizer
On January 26, 1998, Salem Clinic at Inland Shores opened their green-framed sliding glass doors for business! The advertising in the Keizer Times that month read "Only a House Call Would Be Closer To Home". In addition to the primary care services, laboratory services and imaging services offered, the opening of the Inland Shores office prompted our entry into the urgent care market!...Read More |
Salem Clinic now offers OPEN MRI
Claustrophobic? Not to worry. Salem Clinic now offers OPEN MRI and the new Salem Clinic - Union Street office. |
MRI & MRI Safety at Salem Clinic
Salem Clinic has offered magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) since 2009. MRI is a noninvasive way for your healthcare provider to examine your organs, tissues and skeletal system through high-resolution images. MRI can aide in the diagnosis of a variety of problems. MRI is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body. The MRI machine at Salem Clinic is a large, tube-shaped magnet. When you lie inside an MRI machine, the magnetic field temporarily realigns hydrogen atoms in your body. Radio waves cause these aligned atoms to produce signals, which are used to create cross-sectional MRI images, like slices in a loaf of bread. Why should you care about MRI safety? An MRI machine is a large magnet. Magnets pull ferrous materials (metals that contain iron) toward themselves with great force. The MRI machine at Salem Clinic features a 1.5T magnet. The "T" stands for Tesla, a standard unit of measure for magnetic strength. This is three hundred times stronger than a standard magnet, at 50 microtesla, used to hold a photo to your refrigerator at home. The magnetic force exerted on a metallic object increases exponentially as it nears the MRI machine. For example, a common wrench in your hand may jiggle a little at fifteen feet from the magnet, but it would be pulled from your grip and take flight from three feet away. When ferromagnetic objects fly toward a magnet it is called a missile effect, as the projectile is drawn to the magnet with considerable force. As you can imagine, this strong magnetic field can become dangerous if not properly managed. |
