Holistic Family Medicine • Primary Care • Eugene/Springfield

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Spring is Here?!

April 4, 2023

I have a super exciting announcement to share at the end of this short blog.

Spring is finally here, and with it comes the opportunity to rejuvenate your health and well-being. As the seasons change, it is important to take advantage of the natural energy and power of this time of year. Spring is my favorite season. I have signed up for several upcoming races in the Eugene Marathon weekend and McKenzie Trail River Run 50k in 2023 so wish this 800m runner luck! With the right approach, you can also harness the transformative power of the season to improve your health and enhance your overall quality of life.

Health is wealth, and investing in your health is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. That's why I want to encourage you to take advantage of the energy of spring and make some positive changes in your life.

One of the most powerful ways to transform your health is through fasting. Fasting allows your body to rest and renew itself, helping remove toxins and improve overall health. This spring, consider incorporating a fasting regimen into your routine. Whether it's a juice fast, water fast, or intermittent fasting, the benefits can be significant.

 I am excited to announce that we are expanding our practice and adding a new Family Practice Nurse Practitioner! We are now accepting new patients so please call our front desk staff, Kelley, at 458-205-5907 to have your trusted friends and family members sign up. You may also direct them to our website:

 https://www.drorestesg.com/new-patients.php

From the link above one can register as a new patient.

This is an incredible opportunity for our patients to benefit from the expertise of a practitioner dedicated to Holistic Family Medicine. As always, we thank you for your trust and support of our homegrown small business. This July we are celebrating our 11th year anniversary and we are thrilled to grow our company. We encourage you to spread the word to anyone who may be interested in joining our practice.

In conclusion, I hope this message finds you well and that you are excited to swing into spring and take advantage of all the opportunities for renewal and rejuvenation that this season offers. Whether it's through fasting, outdoor activities, self-care, or working with our new Nurse Practitioner, there are many ways to improve your health and well-being this spring. Remember, health is wealth, and investing in your health is one of the best things you can do for yourself.

Wishing you all the best for a happy, healthy, and vibrant spring season!

Sincerely,

Dr. OG

Orestes Gutierrez, D.O., ABFM, ABIHM and the team at Holistic Family Medicine.



 

Emergency On Flight 666

April 1, 2023

There was an epic winter storm arriving soon that would pummel the west coast and I was escaping just in time. Little did I know that on this flight, at 30,000 feet, we would encounter an emergency. It was serene and calm outside and the captain turned off the seat belt signs, but inside the cabin, we were about to get hit hard. This storm that shook all 289 passengers and crew was a medical emergency. Death is a natural part of life, but not on vacation. The averted casualty revealed a powe...

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The Missing Valentines Day Card

February 17, 2023

On Valentine’s day several years ago, something strange happened. There were three cards in my mailbox. One for my wife Pam and my two daughters. There was no Valentine’s day card for my son and me.

I wrinkled my brow and thought how curious my son and I are feminists and we practice Bhakti yoga. Who would send my girls a card and not one for me and my son? Then I realized the cards were coming from Mickey, my father-in-law. I think to myself, how could Mickey send these Valentine day card...


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Divot On My Heart

October 12, 2022


As Charlie’s heart failure worsened, his twig-like fingers searched over his chest and he asked, “Doc, can you show me where my heart is?” Confused, I pointed just left of his sternum and inquired, “Why do you ask?” He explained he feels like he is drowning and uttered “I grew up on a farm Doc and if things get worse a shotgun to the heart is quick, but can be messy!”


Charlie appeared younger than a man in his late 80s, white trimmed beard, crystal blue eyes and a baseball cap. A...


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In 2022,To Be or To Do, that is the Question

January 1, 2022







In a heavenly court, three legendary men are debating the greatest question of all: What is the meaning of life?


Jean-Paul Sartre, the great French existential philosopher says, “To be is to do!” All in attendance applauded the intellectual acumen.


Socrates condescending smirks at Sartre and says, “To do is to be!” and the crowd claps in admiration of the profundity.


Frank Sinatra comes to the podium, offers a serene smile, and with his rich baritone sings, do-be-do-be-do”  Mr. Sina...


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The Secret To Happiness: Discover Your Treasure

January 28, 2021

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Moe R.I.P. 2012 to 2021, The Greatest Dog Ever & My Greatest Teacher.


Moe passed away last week and my family is still grieving. There is a game I loved to play with Moe, and the nature of the game is surprising. As a blue heeler, it was in his nature to always attach to your hip, no matter what. The moment he heard the beep of my watch or saw me getting dressed, he would start “herding” me to go outside. He never, ever, wanted to “stay”, when I was leaving. So, we created the “stay...


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My Health Scare & The ClusterF*** of 2020

December 20, 2020







I recently suffered a serious health scare. The stress from this malady clouded my cognition. There was sharp pain and burning that came in waves. It interrupted my sleep and affected my quality of life. Upon sharing my tragic condition with my wife she said, “Stop being such a baby”, as she laughed at my predicament that afflicts women routinely.


The urgency was of a urologic nature, and thankfully I have made a complete recovery and will not suffer from any adverse sequelae. As many of y...


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Health and Healthcare Disparities in the United States

August 12, 2020



Over 162,000 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 in the United States within the past six months. And in its wake, the inequities of our nation have risen to the surface, revealed by the light of day with an undeniable starkness. Our BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities have been dealt the biggest blow in the times of coronavirus.


Before his brutal murder sparked protests and social justice uprisings in cities around the world, George Floyd had COVID-19. And more of...


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Movement for Optimum Health

June 18, 2020



Summer in the Pacific Northwest is a coveted time of year. As the days get longer and the sun shines more and brighter, the urge to get outside and move becomes greater, too. Who can question why? Festivals abound, there are countless natural wonders to explore, the weather is warm and dry, and it’s light until 10 o’clock at night. The massive influx of vitamin D into the system doesn’t hurt either.


Even before COVID-19 caused so many of us to start climbing the walls of our enclosed spa...


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Life in the Balance - Part 3

June 7, 2020




Steeped in the belief of food as medicine, an Ayurvedic or Vedic diet is based on the philosophy that the foods we eat impact both our bodily health and mental states. Yep that’s right. Our eating habits not only dictate our physical health, but directly affect our cognition, including thoughts and emotions, and the ability to learn, make decisions, and problem-solve, among other brain functions.


So what does it mean to eat in a balanced way in Ayurveda?


Traditionally, this meant following a ...


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About Me


Orestes Gutierrez, D.O. Board Certified in Family Medicine and Integrative Holistic Medicine. Author and All American Masters Runner.