1775 Thompson Rd, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420

(541) 269-8111

Bay Area
Orthopedics

Get care close to home. Our orthopedic clinic is supported by a highly skilled team, committed to helping you move better and get back to what you love.

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Why Choose Us?

We believe orthopedic care should be clear, complete, and centered on you. Here’s what sets us apart:

Highly Experienced Physicians

You deserve surgeons who’ve done this thousands of times. Our board-certified surgeons bring advanced training and years of experience, leading a team dedicated to thoughtful, coordinated care from consultation through recovery.

Advanced Care Near Home

You shouldn’t have to leave town for expert care. Our specialized clinic offers comprehensive services and steady follow-up support, so you can stay local while finishing your recovery strong.

Joint Replacement 
Destination Center (JRDC)

Better outcomes start with a better process. Nationally recognized for quality and safety, our JRDC program uses evidence-based care to improve outcomes, reduce risk, and support your return to movement.

Our Treatments

We offer a full range of surgical and non-surgical treatments to relieve pain, restore function, and support your long-term recovery.

Total Joint Replacement

Whether its hips, knees or shoulder, we specialize in total joint replacement surgical services. Our Joint Replacement Destination Center was certified in 2017 and is recognized for excellence. This designation provides a better patient experience and superior clinical outcomes through a comprehensive approach to patient care.

Total Joint Replacement
24/7 Orthopedic Injury Care

Injuries often happen when you least expect them. Our Level III Trauma Center is staffed around the clock with emergency physicians ready to deliver expert orthopedic care when you need it most.

Sports Medicine

An injury can change your season, but it doesn’t have to end it. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine team provide expert care and rehab to help you recover and return to the activities you love.

Diagnostics and Imaging

Accurate imaging is the foundation of effective orthopedic care. Our technologists perform over 600,000 procedures each year, with board-certified radiologists delivering expert interpretation and support for our orthopedic team.

Arthroscopy Surgery

Not every surgery needs a big incision. Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive technique used to examine, diagnose, and treat joint conditions. It offers lower surgical risks, faster recovery, and a quicker return to the things you enjoy.

Non-Surgical Joint Treatments

Surgery isn’t the first or only option. Our specialists offer treatments like physical therapy, joint injections, medications, and other techniques to reduce pain and restore movement. Every care plan is tailored to your individual needs.

What the Right Care Delivers

2,810
total patients served

In the past year, our team provided comprehensive orthopedic care through both clinic visits and surgical services.

540
total orthopedic surgeries

Our surgeons treated a wide range of conditions, this past year, including joint replacements and trauma-related injuries.

3.5
average days inpatient stay

Some patients go home the same day, while others need more time. This average reflects our focus on efficient care and steady recovery.

Meet Our Specialists

Our dedicated, collaborative team is committed to providing exceptional orthopedic care in Coos Bay and across Oregon’s South Coast.

Garry Vallier, MD FAAOS

Dr. Vallier brings the kind of experience you can only earn under pressure. His medical path began in Berkeley and continued at Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, and orthopedic training in San Francisco while serving in the Army. He went on to care for injured service members in Germany and during Operation Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia.

After nearly two decades of practice in Yuba City, he returned to Oregon in 2012 and is proud to call it home. His military background shaped his focus on sports injuries, trauma care, and joint replacement, experience he now brings to patients across the region.

Wade Van Sice, MD MPH

When elite athletes need care, they call doctors like Dr. Van Sice. With nearly two decades in orthopedic care, he has treated professional athletes from teams like the LA Kings, LA Lakers, LA Dodgers, and Miami Marlins, as well as collegiate football programs. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine, where he later served as an assistant professor of orthopedic surgery.

In addition to sports medicine, he has expertise in treating arthritis and other joint conditions. Recognized for excellence in both damaged ligaments and tendons of the shoulder, elbow, and knee with minimally invasive techniques, arthritis, and other joint conditions in academic and clinical settings, Dr. Van Sice is proud to be back in his home state. He’s a graduate of Warrenton High School on Oregon’s north coast.

Gregory Sopka, PA-C

Greg Sopka, PA has built his career helping patients move better. He specializes in musculoskeletal health and injury rehabilitation, supporting recovery from strain, overuse, or orthopedic injury. After earning his Bachelor of Science from the University of Detroit Mercy, he completed his Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies at Ohio Dominican University.

Greg is known for his collaborative, patient-focused care and plays a key role in diagnosis, treatment planning, and recovery support across the orthopedic team.

Stephanie Perez, PA-C

When things get complex, Stephanie Perez, PA is who surgeons trust. She specializes in orthopedic surgical assistance, trauma care, and joint injections and aspirations. After earning her BA in Biopsychology with a Chemistry minor from Monmouth College, she completed her Master of Physician Assistant Studies at St. Ambrose University.

Stephanie is NCCPA certified and holds Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification. She brings a steady presence and sharp clinical skills to every phase of surgical care.

Patient Testimonials

What our patients have said:

“I have undergone three separate procedures within the last couple of years. A bilateral knee replacement, a hip replacement, and a fractured shoulder repair. With each surgery, I was met with kindness, respect, and professionalism. From pre-op communication through anesthesia, surgery, and rehab, I felt I was in very good hands. I’m back to hiking, biking, and kayaking again. Thanks to Bay Area Hospital.“

Isabella Rodriguez

“On a Friday, I slipped outside and fell on my ankle in Curry County and was transferred to Bay Area Hospital. Early Saturday morning, I was on the operating table, talking to the best and most thoughtful team I've ever worked with. I stayed two more nights. The nursing staff and others were wonderful. Bay Area Hospital offers superior healthcare in a rural setting.”

Mary Jane L

Getting Care Should Be Simple

Pain and injuries are enough to deal with on their own. That’s why we accept most major insurance providers and offer convenient Bay Area locations with flexible appointment times, so you can focus on your health, not the hassle.

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(541) 269-8111
1775 Thompson Rd, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420

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FAQs

Have a question? We’re here to help. Find quick answers about care, recovery, and what to expect, or reach out to us directly.

Your length of stay depends on the goals to be accomplished and how you progress after surgery. Certain goals will need to be accomplished before you go home, like walking with minimal assistance and pain managed on oral pain medications. Some patients may discharge the same day as their surgery while others may have a one-night stay. Your discharge will be when it’s clinically appropriate.

You will be assisted in repositioning your feet in bed for your comfort or dangling them at the bedside. You will start your activity with the physical therapist and/or nursing the day of your surgery. It’s important to be out of bed and take a short walk after surgery to lessen the risk of blood clots.

You may go home in a private vehicle of your choice. Be sure the vehicle has plenty of legroom and a reclining seat that is not too high or too low to get in and out of safely. You will need assistance with transfers in and out of the vehicle until you are stronger and can do more for yourself. Local transportation services to home are available. There is a fee for this service. Let your nurse or discharge planner Orthopedic Navigator know if you would like this arranged.

Your occupational therapist will give you tools for activities of daily living while you are in the hospital. However, if you need a front wheeled walker or a raised toilet seat, you may want to shop the thrift stores. Not all insurance companies, including Medicare, cover equipment needs, so know your benefits. If you don’t have what you need by the time you have surgery, your case manager Orthopedic Navigator can assist in options on how to obtain this equipment.

Your physical therapist will teach you how to safely climb up and down steps or stairs. If your home environment has steps or stairs, you may want to modify your living situation, so you do not have to climb up and down steps or stairs on a daily basis.

You will have a modified lifestyle during the first six weeks with limited activities and can return to normal daily activities within three to six months.

Certain activity restrictions may prevent you from driving safely. Until these restrictions are no longer a consideration, you will need to have someone drive you to your appointments. Talk with your surgeon during your follow-up appointment.