Canyon Medical Center

I started going to Canyon in March of 2015 at the beginning of my pregnancy. I really liked the idea of the practice-​Naturopathic Medical Center plus Birth Center, where I could go for everything prenatal, birth and postnatal. I did not research the level of experience of the doctors as I should of and did not realize they had graduated from NCNM only 5 years ago. I still know nothing about their previous experience with birth. I was shuffled between Dr. Leslie Hamlett and Dr. Karen Dewitt, but mostly saw Dr. Dewitt. My appointments were brief and generic and I never felt like I was establishing a relationship with my midwife. Since I was healthy I tried not to think too much about it. Tests and the practice in general seemed to follow a «no news is good news» policy and the office seemed to be uncoordinated and disorganized about their communications. Initially, I wanted to include all the details about the rest of my prenatal appointments and the 17 hours I spent laboring with Dr. Hamlett in the birth center (before being transferred to the hospital) in this review. There were so many circumstances that were unprofessional and negligent, but the point is that I regret not doing my research or listening to my instincts early on and I am sad this was my experience. I hope this informs other women’s choices and that it encourages the doctors to seek more feedback in order to improve their practice and care for the women who chose to trust them with their birth experience.

Dr. Leslie is great, nice, laid back, knowledgable. She’s the only reason I am giving these folks two stars.
However, their systems are nothing but flawed. From billing to coordination everything I needed fell through the cracks.
I needed biweekly injections and they ran of meds for those for several weeks. I had to have another clinic get them for me (we are talking easy to get meds). These meds kept me out of the emergency room so they were kind of important.
We spoke of having oxygen therapy but their oxygen tanks were always empty, especially when I needed them.
I was always billed incorrectly and received notices for months and months after I left their clinic. Nobody there seems to have a clue bout billing. It’s the absolute worst.
The wrong meds, dose, and my name were sent incorrectly to the pharmacy. If I wasn’t neurotic about checking these things, it would have been overlooked.
I left the clinic and got prenatal care elsewhere because I didn’t trust they could keep things together for the birth of my baby. I figured if they couldn’t keep their office systems organized and medicines stocked what would they do if I had an unusual birth? Especially since they failed to communicate with other facilities like the pharmacy?
I switched care during my pregnancy and am glad I did because I indeed had an unusual birth that required teamwork and clear communication with multiple agencies. I didn’t trust that I could get that kind of need met there.
Please use cautious judgment of you plan to receive care here. A business is more than the skill of a practitioner; it’s the execution of multiple systems and coordination of those systems.

The most helpful and friendly staff. It is so nice to have found a doctor that is dedicated to finding the root of the problem and fixing it, not just trying to fix the symptoms. I am really glad I found this place!

I was so pleased and delighted with the care my wife and I received from the wonderful doctors at Canyon Medical Center. They offer the only naturopathic birthing center in the Portland area and it is an incredible facility. Their naturopathic midwives are the best around and it is so nice that they provide in-​house, expert ultrasound services, as well as IV medicine, and more. This is a full service clinic that really takes care of you. I truly value their thoughtful, honest, and effective approach to medicine and this is why I highly recommend them!

I came across the best pediatrician I have ever seen for my children’s healthcare. Dr. Vanessa Lyon provides care that goes beyond the extra mile for my children that started with them coming down with a severe sickness that caused fevers sky rocketing to 107 degrees. We battled this out first with my 23 month old little girl, then my 3 year old boy, each for over a week! She knew precisely the correct care to give and when to send us to the ER and how to help the kids recover. My little girl who turned 2 in December, has ongoing medical issues that were a concern to us. Dr. Lyon spent weeks putting her through intensive medical testing that helped us learn what was causing it and how to support her immune system. She never once made me feel bad for all the questions I had, or all the times I had to come running for help!
All of this happened as I was due with my 3^rd child which made my husband and I extremely grateful that we were in the care of such a capable, kind, and accessible team of naturopathic physicians.
Due to my difficult recovery from an unplanned C section, I was forced into some appts in the conventional world. This has given me further appreciation for what you DON“T have to experience when you enter into the doors of Canyon Medical Center… things like super long waits in the waiting room, followed by an even longer wait in a tiny room, only to be seen for five minutes by someone who had their mind made up before they came in the door about what is wrong with you and what antibiotics would fix you.
You will not regret seeking out optimal health through the guidance of the naturopathic physicians at Canyon Medical Center.

This Center has the worst administrative service I have experienced in Portland. I called to book an appointment and specifically asked if they took my insurance for the service I was asking for. I waited three weeks to see the Dr, only to get a call 45 minutes before my appointment, as I was in the car on my way, to tell me that my insurance wouldn’t cover the appointment and I could pay 140 to keep it. Completely disheartened as I have been in pain every day since, waiting to be seen.

I saw Dr. McVeigh for a nutritional IV to help me get over a nasty cold. I was very impressed with his gentle, professional, and pleasant demeanor, as well as his creativity and versatility in offering suggestions that accommodated my preferences. The clinic is gorgeous, it feels so good in there! I’ll be back for sure. I’ve met all the other providers as well, and can honestly say I like all of them!

The best decision my husband and I could of made in regards to the birth of our child, was choosing to have it take place at Canyon medical Center.
Our midwives Dr Leslie Hamlett and Dr Karen Dewitt provided us with exceptional and personal care from our very first appointment, only to be exceeded by the way they handled my delivery in their (fabulous) birthing suite. I could not recommend a place of business more highly than this, as every hope we had for our natural water birth was met and surpassed due to the care of these women.
As a great gift to ourselves, my husband and I choose the package which allowed for us to stay up to 48hrs in the same suite in which we had delivered. A postpartum doula was available to us 24/​7, should we need help with anything from ordering food to changing our bed linens to helping me settle into breast feeding my little one. Two days of bliss.
We were truly blessed to of been able to receive our care exclusively from Canyon Medical Center and look forward to the next time we might require their services. My new little family of three could never thank them enough.
Trista, Zach & baby Kassidy Schmerber

Dr. Nathan McVeigh has been my provider for quite some time now. I can honestly say that no other doctor has ever made me feel more comfortable and supported. Nathan has always been 100% present with me during our visits, listens to my concerns and questions and has always treated me as a whole person.
When I saw Nathan for the first time at Canyon Medical Center I was very impressed. The entire staff is wonderful and the overall feel is extremely friendly, warm and welcoming. I am so happy and fortunate that I have found Nathan and all the folks at Canyon Medical Center, I definitely recommend it to anyone!

I went to CMC when I was very sick with a mystery illness. Dr. Leslie Hamlett and Dr. McVeigh listened to me and helped me figure out what the best course of treatment would be. They were thorough, attentive and very caring. They listened to my concerns and respected my body’s limits and sensitivities. I felt so well taken care of and knew I was in great hands. I feel that all the doctors at this clinic are deeply invested in their patients’ health and well being and will go above and beyond to help you get well!

I see Leslie Hamlett for general and Nathan McVeigh for chiropractic. I have honestly never felt better about my health care. I love the office, the receptionist is warm and welcoming as is the whole office. Very kid friendly. My 3 year old asks to go see the doctor. My kids and I have loved the attention and care. I feel so at home there and feel good about the kind of care we are getting and the way we are getting it. Leslie looks at the whole person and really listens to what we are saying, even my 7 year old that tends to talk and talk and talk :)
In short. Canyon Medical Center is amazing and I would recommend it to anyone.

I am updating my review as the practice has gone down hill in my opinion.
I have been taking my son to see Dr McVeigh since he was 6 months old and have been getting cared for myself as well since then (2.5 years). When I would call in the past I would get a call back immediately either by the Doctor himself, an associate or even the receptionist. Now I call and I won’t hear back at all and have to call up to 3 times before I can even get a call back. It seems like the care-​factor has dropped. Maybe the practice has taken on too many patients or they just don’t have the proper support staff they need but it is resulting in me now looking for new Doctor for my family.
Truly an amazing place for medicine!
My husband and I were looking for a Pediatrician for our son. We had already gone through 2 others by the time he was 5 months old and hadn’t had any luck. It seemed we were always battling the doctor as to what we wanted done vs what they «had «to make us do. We were looking for someone who would provide holistic care for his health but would also use traditional medicine if the situation called for it. We found that here.
We see Dr. McVeigh (AMAZING), and from the very first visit we were treated so kindly and with a full dedication to us and our needs. I have not had any visits that feel rushed or without leaving with a solution that actually helped. Really exceptional care that aligns with our way of life, our needs and ultimately what is best for our son. He is really like family and our son loves him!
All the staff are great, and I love that there is always a way to reach the Doctors at Canyon Medical Center for those late night emergencies or those odd questions that can arise with having an infant.
I was so happy with the results we have had with our son that I too have started seeing Doctor McVeigh for myself and I couldn’t be happier!