1775 Thompson Rd, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420
(541) 269-8111
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Our recent enhancements, including the Prefontaine Cardiovascular Center and the Wound Care Center with hyperbaric therapy, highlight our commitment to providing advanced and accessible care close to home. Additionally, our Bay Area Cancer Center offers cutting-edge treatments, instilling hope in patients and families alike.
As recipients of accreditation by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, we uphold the highest standards of quality and safety.
With a compassionate team of skilled professionals available 24/7, we deliver expert care with empathy and professionalism, instilling resilience while earning the trust of our community every day.
Here at the hospital, we provide exceptional healthcare, but our mission extends far beyond, reaching into the greater community to promote healthier, more active lives. Our goal is to empower our patients to achieve optimal health, enabling them to embrace life to the fullest extent possible.
The core of our vision is to become a model for healthcare in our region. We’re committed to delivering top-tier medical care fueled by innovation and engaging our community to ensure every patient receives exceptional treatment. Our goal is to set a standard that inspires confidence and catalyzes positive change, not just for Oregon hospitals, but across the entire healthcare industry.
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We are committed to superior service and quality care.
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We drive success by our commitment to effectively work together.
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We continually look for opportunities to improve our organization.
Brian Moore
President and CEO
Brian Moore is the President and CEO of Bay Area Hospital Oregon. He was selected by the Bay Area Hospital Board of Directors after a nationwide search and assumed leadership of the…
Jennifer Collins, MN-AL, RN
Chief Nursing Officer
Jennifer Collins brings over 21 years of healthcare experience to Bay Area Hospital. Jennifer has focused her career on nursing leadership with an emphasis on emotional intelligence, wellbeing, and…
Lee Saltzgaber, MD
Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Saltzgaber is an experienced Certified Physician Executive, Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, and a Certified Professional in both Healthcare Quality as well…
Kelli Dion
Chief Quality Officer
Kelli Dion leads Bay Area Hospital’s Quality and Safety efforts which includes responsibility for Joint Commission Accreditation. She is an experienced health care professional with…
Gretchen Nichols
Chief Operating Officer
Gretchen joined the organization in 2024 and has executive responsibility for the physician and provider enterprise as well as key service lines such as Cardiology, Orthopedics and Cancer.
Mary Lou Tate
Chief Financial Officer
Mary Lou is a healthcare executive with a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of both operations and finance. She has a proven track record of financial savings and…
Denton Gruzensky
Chief Human Resources Officer, interim
Denton Gruzensky is a senior human resources executive with over two decades of experience in healthcare leadership, helping organizations improve culture and workforce engagement.
Founded by Coos Bay locals, Bay Area Hospital has been the cornerstone of Oregon Coast healthcare for five decades, committed to expanding its services and embracing technological advancements to improve the health of visitors far and wide.
Guided by sound financial management and supported by a dedicated team, the hospital operates independently, free from public taxes or bonds. We proudly opened our doors in 1974, and have since grown our timeline of care and resilience as a testament to serving the community.
Throughout the 1980s, Bay Area Hospital expanded significantly, adding a three-story north tower in 1980 and completing ICU expansion and remodeling by 1988. Remarkably, original construction bonds were paid off 15 years ahead of schedule in 1987, leading to a facelift that included installing the first mobile MRI on campus.
The 1990s were a period of significant progress for Bay Area Hospital. Highlights included the construction of the Radiation Therapy Center in 1990 and investments in new technologies, such as an integrated computer system, in 1991. In 1997, a state-of-the-art CT scanner was installed, and by 1998, mammography and stereotactic breast biopsy services were introduced, alongside the opening of a $1 million angiography suite. The hospital underwent further transformation in 1999, with the remodeling of the psychiatric services facility, the introduction of new access roads, and the unveiling of its first website.
In 2001, a monumental $20 million investment added over 40,000 square feet of space and unveiled the William M. Massey Memorial Garden. By 2002, major remodeling projects, including upgrades to the cafeteria and conference rooms, were completed. The hospital expanded its services in 2005 with outpatient psychiatric services, while 2007 saw the completion of new facilities for Rehabilitation Services and equipment storage. A significant milestone was reached in 2009 when South Coast Radiology joined the hospital, later evolving into the Women’s Imaging Center, the largest outpatient imaging center on the southern Oregon coast.
In the past decade, Bay Area Hospital unveiled its visionary "Hospital of the Future," expanded its cardiovascular services, and opened the Bay Area Cancer Center in 2015. The hospital earned its fifth consecutive Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval in 2016 and established the Joint Replacement Destination Center in 2017. In 2018, it acquired the Outpatient Psychiatric Services Center and completed a major remodeling project for the Inpatient Acute Psychiatric Unit.
Saving energy isn’t just about being environmentally conscious; it’s also about making smart financial decisions and reducing waste whenever possible. In our 2013 expansion, we made a commitment to “green” building practices, reducing per-square-foot energy costs by nearly 20% compared to our previous constructions. We’ve since expanded these efforts, integrating energy-saving features throughout the building and even planning for electric car-charging stations.
Our lighting is managed by automated control systems, which efficiently reduces electricity consumption by 25% compared to industry standards. We utilize LED and high-efficiency fluorescent lighting, complemented by exterior metal halide lamps, all contributing to substantial energy savings.
Throughout the hospital, we implement variable frequency drives and soft start controls, enhancing motor efficiency by up to 50%.
Our computing systems boast green features that significantly decrease power consumption. Energy-efficient workstations use just 20 watts per machine, while a heat recovery chiller recycles heat from servers, resulting in annual savings of over $60,000.
Our digital controls and power quality monitoring systems optimize energy usage and detect anomalies, ensuring improved efficiency.
Advanced fan systems and jumbo air ducts maintain optimal airflow, effectively reducing energy consumption. Additionally, our high-efficiency boilers and dual-fuel backup systems guarantee reliable and efficient heating.
We’ve integrated design elements such as natural light utilization and green roofs, not only enhancing energy efficiency but also creating a airy environment with a more natural feel.
Bay Area Hospital is committed to protecting your safety and giving you the highest possible quality of care. We are equally committed to transparency regarding our performance measurements on patient satisfaction, safety, and outcomes. We believe it is your right to know how we are working to improve the care we provide, and how we measure up against national quality benchmarks.
We participate in many programs aimed at tracking and improving the quality of hospital care, including the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Quality Core Measures. We regularly review patient outcomes and patient satisfaction scores.
To see how Bay Area Hospital compares with other Oregon hospitals and with national standards, follow these links to these independent sites where quality measurement data are collected and analyzed:
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