Dr. VanRiper is a member of the Cowlitz Tribe and most recently worked with the Yakama Nation. Dr. VanRiper graduated as a general dentist with his Doctorate from the University…

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Kendra Darnell

Kendra worked as a registered nurse in pulmonology in Cystic Fibrosis, asthma, and allergy for 13 years prior to becoming a nurse practitioner and coming to The Native Project. She…

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Doug Tanner

Dr. Tanner earned a degree in Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences in Oregon. He joined The NATIVE Project after completing his Family Medicine residency with Providence here…

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Donna is a Certified Diabetes Educator and is a member of the Association of Diabetes Care and Educational Specialists. ACDES is an inter-professional membership organization dedicated to improving prediabetes, diabetes,…

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John McCarthy

Dr. McCarthy has been a physician for 25+ years performing full-spectrum family medicine while working in rural, multi-specialty, and large and small primary care practices. In addition to his duties…

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Deana has worked at The Native Project for the past 4 years. Prior to this, she worked providing support and services for families and youth on the Kalispel Reservation.  Deana…

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Claire completed her Master’s degree at Eastern Washington University.  She has worked in the field for over 25 years, and is dedicated to serving the community.  One of Claire’s passions…

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