Melissa Edwards MD MHA

General Gynecology, Urogynecology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

Chief Executive PeaceHealth Medical Group

Summary

An innovative, experienced leader who is passionate about ensuring patients have access to safe, efficient and respectful healthcare, Dr. Edwards has demonstrated her skills and abilities as she has worked to seamlessly provide strategic leadership supporting clinician well-being and engagement, as well as ensure safety and quality for the patients and communities we serve.

In partnership with system, network and local leaders, Dr. Edwards provides guidance to help PHMG achieve operational and performance goals, and ensure the delivery, development, navigation and communication of strategic initiatives. This includes expanding access to primary care, integration of walk-in services, growing our patient base, expanding medical and surgical specialties where appropriate and enhancing care management services for at-risk patients.

University of ScrantonMHA, 2018 - 2020
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health)Residency, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1993 - 1997
Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU Health)Internship, Obstetrics and Gynecology, 1993 - 1994
Oregon Health and Science University School of MedicineClass of 1993

PCPS Distinguished Student of the Year (Master's of Health Administation) University of Scranton, 2020
Fellow (FACOG) American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists