Calendula (Calendula officinalis), also known as pot marigold, is one of those herbs that looks as cheerful as it is healing. With its brilliant golden-orange petals and long history in traditional medicine, calendula has earned a reputation as a flower that supports both beauty [...]
Dr. Stephanie Auerbach ND Menopause changes many things — our energy, our sleep, even the way our skin and hair feel. But there’s one set of changes that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough: the shifts that causes vulvovaginal (VVA) changes. Doctors call it Genitourinary [...]
Dr. Stephanie Auerbach, ND For many people who’ve undergone gallbladder removal—whether due to painful gallstones, chronic inflammation, or an urgent health issue—there’s often a sense of relief. The sharp pain might be gone, but new challenges can emerge as the digestive system adjusts to [...]
Melissa Porras blends clinical expertise with a personalized, whole-person approach. She integrates evidence-based medicine with thoughtful, individualized care. She is passionate about empowering women through informed choices, inclusive care, and meaningful connection. Call for an appointment 541-330-0334.
 ~ Melissa Porras APRN, CNM-BC Perimenopause is a season of change, not just hormonal, but emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual. It can begin years before your final period and affect everything from mood and sleep to metabolism, cognition, and libido. And yet, many women [...]
At Hawthorn Healing Arts Center, we’re always growing—and we're excited to welcome a new provider who brings both deep experience and heartfelt care to our women’s health team. Melissa Porras, APRN, CNM-BC, is a Nurse Practitioner and Board-Certified Nurse Midwife who specializes in women’s [...]
