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Safe

Caring

Anesthesia

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Emerald Valley Anesthesia is guiding your path to a pain free future.

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50,000+

PATIENTS served

10+

years experience

8+

Partnerships

Eugene, oregon

Est. 2023

About us

Your safety is our priority

Our dedicated team of professionals is at the forefront of ensuring your well-being throughout every stage of your medical journey.  From pre-operative assessments to precision during procedures and vigilant post-operative monitoring, our anesthesia providers prioritize your safety, offering a seamless and comprehensive approach to healthcare.  Your safety is our priority.

8+ years

medical training

services

Providing the utmost care for you

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Anesthesia Services

If you are seeking reliable and expert anesthesia coverage, look no further.  Our team of skilled anesthesia providers is dedicated to delivering care tailored to your specific needs.

CPR Education

Whether you're an individual healthcare professional or manager setting up CPR needs for your whole facility, our affiliate is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to respond effectively.

We are Hiring

If you are an anesthesia provider looking for a great work-life balance, we would love to hear from you!

Adam Turam

ADAM H. TURMAN, MSN, CRNA
President

Professional experience that you can trust

Adam was born and raised in Alabama and is an alumni of Auburn University, University of Alabama at Birmingham, and Georgetown University.  After his undergraduate studies he made his way to Washington, D.C. where he completed his anesthesia training at Georgetown University.  In 2018, he made a coast-to-coast move and has lived in Eugene, OR since. In 2023, Adam founded Emerald Valley Anesthesia, LLC. He is proud to make a positive impact in the community bringing high quality anesthesia services to the Eugene-Springfield area!

Adam is avid about fitness and health, both mental and physical.  He is a huge proponent of a well-rounded approach to healthcare and medicine that focuses on all aspects of one’s wellbeing. Adam’s favorite hobbies include rock climbing, triathlons, and exploring the beautiful PNW with his wife, Dana, and two delightful young daughters. He is most proud of climbing Mt. Rainier in 2020 and completing an Ironman in 2022.

Adam is excited to be a part of your care team!

Jean

Jean Penkauskas
Administrative Assistant

Jean has worked as a Medical Assistant for over 14 years, with the last 5 years working in procedure based settings. She has a passion for helping others and takes great pride in providing quality care to her patients.

She grew up in Bakersfield, California and has always had a strong love for nature and exploration. She married her high school sweetheart, and together they have 3 boys.

Kristen

Kristen Dill, MSN, CRNA

Kristen is a Pacific Northwest native and longtime west coast resident. She started her healthcare career as a pediatric intensive care nurse in Washington and Northern California. She finished anesthesia training in 2016, graduating from Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, CA. Kristen had worked in a variety of anesthesia settings in California, Washington, and Oregon including large urban centers, surgery centers, and critical access rural hospitals. Kristen has also had extensive training in trauma informed care.

Taylor

Taylor Leischman, CRNA

Taylor was born and raised in Corvallis, Oregon. After graduating high school, he completed two years of AmeriCorps with the National Civilian Community Corps and Habitat for Humanity. He then enlisted in the US Army where he received most of his healthcare training. After finishing his undergraduate degree at University of Washington, he was commissioned as an Officer and worked as an ICU nurse for five years. In 2012 he started his anesthesia training, later receiving his graduate degree from Northeastern University.

Jeff

Jeff DONALDSON, CRNA

Jeff was born and raised in the Memphis, TN area, where he attended Memphis State University for a BA in History and French, then went on to obtain a MA in French History from Northern Illinois University. During a summer interlude obtaining his private pilot’s license, an instructor was a nurse anesthetist. Fast forward and he’s back to school and obtained his BSN and MSN from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. After traveling for work he landed in Central Oregon and has been there until today.

Lori

Lori Nading, CRNA

Lori was born in Nashville, TN and was raised throughout the Midwest, including time spent in Il, MO, NV, and KS. She is an Alumni of William Jewell College, Research College of Nursing and University of Southern California. After graduating from the USC Keck School of Medicine with a Masters of Anesthesiology, Lori made her way to Portland, OR where she continues to live. Lori has 16 plus years of experience providing anesthesia in a variety of settings.

Logan

Logan Asay, MSN, CRNA

Logan Asay became an RN after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. After several years as an ICU RN he discovered the profession of Nurse Anesthesiology in the OR. He then enrolled in Georgetown University’s Nurse Anesthesia Masters program. In 2016, he graduated as valedictorian, narrowly beating out Adam, a fact Logan gently likes to remind him of on occasion.

Currently, Logan specializes in outpatient and regional anesthesia.

Brenna

BRENNA WOLFORD, MSN, CRNA

Brenna discovered anesthesia when working as an RN in the Operating Room at Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, CA. From the OR, she transferred to the ICU and applied for CRNA school. She completed the Nursing Program at California State University, Chico in 1995 and graduated from Samuel Merritt University School of Nursing with her Masters in Anesthesia in 2003. After her CRNA school completion, Brenna took her first job at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Fresno, California, and from there has worked in many different Hospitals and Surgery Centers, in California, Oregon and even the Mayo Clinic in Arizona.

Jaclyn

Jaclyn Rochefort, DNAP, CRNA
Kyle Trent, DNAP, CRNA

Both Jackie and Kyle were born and raised in Michigan, each attending Saginaw Valley State University for their undergraduate degrees. They met while obtaining their doctoral degrees at The University of Michigan (Go Blue!). The pair moved to Oregon following graduate school and fell in love with everything the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Although they have since moved back to the Midwest, they still use working with Emerald Valley as an excuse to visit their second home state.

impact

We've helped over 10,000 members of our community

faq

Answers to the most common
questions we receive

I am taking a GLP -1 Drug (Ozempic, Semaglutide,
Trulicity, etc). Should I hold this medication?

What is propofol?  Is it safe?

How is sedation with propofol different than with
frequently used Versed and Fentanyl?

What if my insurance does not cover anesthesia
or my procedure?

I am a self-pay patient. How do I pay ahead of my
appointment?

What if I do not pay ahead of my appointment?

Do I continue to take my blood thinner(s)?

Do I continue to take my Beta Blocker?

Do I continue to take my other prescription
medications?

How long do I have to stop eating and drinking
(be “NPO”) before my procedure?

What happens if I do not follow the NPO
guidelines?

When should I arrive?

I have Sleep Apnea. How does that effect
anesthesia?

I smoke cigarettes. Is that ok?

I dip tobacco. Is that ok?

I smoke marijuana or take edibles. Is that ok?

Testimonials

Hear from our patients about their experience

"During my procedure, my apprehensions were met with unparalleled care and expertise.  As a nervous patient, the team not only addressed my concerns with empathy but also provided an exceptional experience that exceeded my expectations.

From the initial consultation for the procedure itself, the professionals at Emerald Valley Anesthesia ensured I felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. Their commitment to patient safety and well-being was evident, transforming what could have been a stressful experience into one marked by reassurance and confidence. Grateful for the outstanding care, I can wholeheartedly recommend Emerald Valley Anesthesia to anyone seeking a positive and calming healthcare experience.”

Britney G.

From the initial consultation for the procedure itself, the professionals at Emerald Valley Anesthesia ensured I felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. Their commitment to patient safety and well-being was evident, transforming what could have been a stressful experience into one marked by reassurance and confidence. Grateful for the outstanding care, I can wholeheartedly recommend Emerald Valley Anesthesia to anyone seeking a positive and calming healthcare experience.”

BRITNEY G.
PATIENT
Britaney G.

Complete your payment

Save your receipt! If you are a cash pay patient, please ensure to pay your fee prior to your procedure. The easiest way is through our HIPAA secure payment portal here. Please have your proof of payment ready to show the front desk at check in. For questions about your anesthesia cost, please contact your procedural facility. Please note, anesthesia services will not be provided without prior payment. Thank you!