PeaceHealth, Eugene Emergency Physicians agree to move forward together 

PeaceHealth and Eugene Emergency Physicians (EEP) recognize that the past several months have been challenging for physicians, caregivers and the communities they serve.

Together, PeaceHealth and EEP have agreed to reset the approach to Emergency Department physician services in Oregon. They have reengaged in constructive discussions and are working jointly to define a path forward that best supports high-quality, reliable care for patients across Lane County. 

“Our shared responsibility is clear: to ensure a well-staffed emergency department that delivers safe, reliable care for every patient. That remains unchanged, and we will take the steps necessary to meet that responsibility.”

– Heather Wall, Interim Chief Executive, Oregon region, PeaceHealth

Their shared priority is clear: ensuring well-staffed emergency departments that deliver safe, timely care for every patient. To that end, they are focused on strengthening their working relationship, improving emergency department performance and patient flow, and engaging community partners — including first responders and local leaders — to support sustainable, long-term solutions.

They will continue these discussions in the days ahead and will announce a joint press conference when concluded. 

About PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a non-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, nearly 3,200 physicians and clinicians, more than 160 clinics and 9 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest. In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. The Sisters shared expertise and transferred wisdom from one medical center to another, always finding the best way to serve the unmet need for healthcare in their communities. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of the founding Sisters and continues with a spirit of respect, stewardship, collaboration and social justice in fulfilling its mission.