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Mark Schemmel, M.D. interviewed by local news companies about COVID vaccination in Pregnancy

  by Mark T. Schemmel, M.D. KXLY Mom-to-be and pediatrician stresses importance of expecting moms getting the vaccine Read Full Article   The Spokeman Review With growing numbers of critically ill pregnant COVID-19 patients, doctors urge expectant parents to get vaccine Read Full Article     Spokane Public Radio Doctors Say They’re Seeing More Expectant […]

Is there a natural way to treat a vaginal infection?

Natural Solution Yeast Infection

By Amery Baker, PA-C The best answer to this question is: not really. Natural remedies for treatment of vaginal infection have theoretic science behind them and limited evidence supporting use.  When compared to available medications (including over the counter treatments) for vaginal infections, however, they do not help enough for doctor recommendation. Some remedies are […]

Once a C-section, Always a C-section?

CSection-Spokane-OBGYN

By Mark Schemmel, M.D. Patients often ask if having had a cesarean once means that they will always require a cesarean.  The fact is that most women who have had a single prior cesarean are candidates for what we call TOLAC, or a trial of labor after cesarean. Many of these women have a high […]

Dietary Supplements During Pregnancy

Prenatal Vitamins

By Dr. Jason Reuter It is important to maintain healthy nutrition during pregnancy.  Taking the time to meal plan and shop for healthy food is essential.  In addition to obtaining nutrition from food, some women turn to nutritional supplements to maintain good health during pregnancy.  Nutritional supplements are intended to aid in acquiring nutrients lacking […]

Non Invasive Prenatal Screening or Cell free DNA Testing

Non Invasive Prenatal Screening or Cell free DNA Testing

Non Invasive Prenatal Screening ( N.I.P.S.) or Cell free DNA Testing By Dr. Stovall Introduction: Chromosomal testing with gender identification in the first trimester New to prenatal screening is the N.I.P.S. testing. It is a chromosomal test for Down’s syndrome and other genetic disorders.  It is getting a lot of attention not only for increased sensitivity […]

Eating for Two

Pregnancy Nutrition

Nutrition is such an important part of pregnancy. Nikkie Strong is a registered dietician and personal trainer in Spokane. She has written an informative segment below on nutrition and has offered her contact information for anyone interested. Please take the time to read and ask one of us if you have questions, or contact her […]

Why Do I Feel This Way? Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression

By Shelley L. Northern, ARNP You survived 9 long months of pregnancy, hours of labor and the birth, and now you are home and settling into your new life with your newborn baby.  Although this is typically a very special time in your life, it can also be emotionally challenging.  Approximately 70% of all new moms […]

Welcome Eric M. Tyler, MD!

Dr. Eric Tyler

Dr. Tyler is from a small town in northern Arizona. He graduated from Arizona State University. He then went on to complete both his medical school and residency at the University of Iowa. He is making his home in Spokane with his wife and 5 year old daughter, with one more Tyler girl on the […]

Frequently Asked Questions about Zika and Pregnancy

Zika FAQ's

Author: Dr. Reuter What is Zika virus and how do you catch it? Zika virus is a mosquito transmitted virus that usually causes a mild illness. Zika virus is transmitted primarily through the bite of mosquitos; specifically by the species Aedes aegypti mosquitoes.  Theses mosquitos are aggressive daytime bitters that are found in many parts of […]

Construction Notice

The City of Spokane Valley is improving the Pines & Mission Intersection near our Spokane Valley location. 

Starting April 15th, 2024, most of the work will happen between 8:00 PM and 6:00 AM, with some daytime work too.

They’ll try to limit traffic disruptions, keeping the intersection open and businesses accessible but please plan accordingly when visiting our Spokane Valley office.

Click below for more details:

We can expect minor traffic changes mostly around the northeast and southeast corners of the intersection. This involves digging for the wall, upgrading traffic and pedestrian signals at Pines & Mission intersection, and improving its northeast and southeast corners.

Traffic revisions involve closing westbound Mission Avenue and the northwest shoulder of Pines Road near the 190 offramp, with ongoing modifications to traffic signals, retaining wall construction, sidewalk improvements along northwest Mission Ave, and prep work for repaving Pines Road and Mission Ave.

Traffic changes will close westbound Mission Avenue and part of the northwest Pines shoulder, limit center lanes on the east side of Mission and the south of Pines, pave parts of Mission Avenue and Pines Road, and reconstruct the traffic island at the Pines Road and Mission Avenue intersection.

Mission Avenue will be fully closed from the Pines intersection westbound to just before Applebee’s parking lot’s west driveway, with center lane restrictions on eastbound Mission. The project involves grinding existing asphalt, paving new asphalt, adding traffic islands, installing new road markings and signs, and landscaping the northwest quadrant of Mission and Pines.

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