ABOUT THE

RADIOLOGISTS

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SCOTT D. MILLS, MD

Radiologist

Dr. Scott Mills has been an accomplished, board-certified, licensed radiologist for more than 15 years. A graduate of the University of Colorado School of Medicine, Dr. Mills performed his internship at AMI Presbyterian Hospital in Denver, received his residency training in radiology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, and was awarded a fellowship in Magnetic Resonance Imaging at the University of California San Diego. He has co-authored many articles in medical peer-reviewed journals and has been privileged to present programs at such venues as the Radiological Society of North America’s Annual Meeting, the American Federation for Clinical Research, and the San Diego Postgraduate MRI Course. Dr. Mills is certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners and the American Board of Radiology. He is proficient in all areas of MRI interpretation, particularly musculoskeletal and neuroradiology. Scott is always available to help you evaluate which imaging procedure will provide the most clinical information on your patient.
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STEPHANIE RUFENER, MD

Radiologist

Dr. Stephanie Rufener joined our team in November of 2009. She obtained her medical degree from the Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine.  She completed radiology residency training at the University of Michigan Health System followed by a neuroradiology fellowship at Oregon Health and Science University. Dr. Rufener is certified by the American Board of Radiology and has published several radiology journal articles. As part of our team, Stephanie has made a tremendous contribution to our imaging centers. Dr. Rufener is always available to help you determine which imaging modality will provide the most pertinent clinical information for you and your patient.

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TIM STECHER, DC, DACBR

Radiologist

Dr. Tim Stecher moved to Portland from Southern California to attend chiropractic college in 1992 after earning a BS in Biological Sciences from the University of California, Irvine. After graduating valedictorian in 1996 from University of Western States, Dr. Stecher continued his training as a radiology resident earning his diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Radiology in 1999. During his residency he finished the course work for the chiropractic orthopedics diplomate specialization.  In 2001, he became a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician. An interest in sports and psychology led him to complete a master’s degree in Sport and Performance Psychology in 2021. Dr. Stecher has been faculty in the Clinical Sciences department at University of Western States since 2001 and taught at National College of Natural Medicine for 13 years. In addition to his academic activities, Dr. Stecher has been active in clinical chiropractic practice and radiology practice for over 25 years.

 

AMY THURMOND, MD

Radiologist

Amy S. Thurmond, M.D. brings 25 years excellence in women’s imaging. Dr. Thurmond’s professional accomplishments include international recognition for her research and continuing work in women’s health and reproductive issues. After graduating from UCLA Medical School in 1982, Dr. Thurmond completed an internship in surgery at Oregon Health Sciences University, a fellowship in cardiology at St. Vincent Medical Center in Portland, Oregon, and both a residency in radiology and a fellowship in interventional radiology/research at OHSU. She was the Director of both Women’s Imaging and Ultrasound at OHSU until 1993, worked as a staff radiologist at Legacy Meridian Park Hospital until 2005, and helped found EPIC West in 2000 working there until 2010. Dr. Thurmond provides important work in the day to day diagnosis of breast problems, abnormal vaginal bleeding, infertility, and other pelvic and pregnancy issues.
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TYRONE WEI, DC, DACBR

Radiologist

After more than 40 years, Dr Wei has chosen to retire.  We thank him immensely  for providing excellent radiology and educational service not only to our Clearview MRI centers but to the Portland chiropractic community as a whole.   Tyrone was one of the most dedicated and cherished colleagues we have ever been fortunate enough to be associated with. He is missed and we wish him all the best in his retirement.

After receiving his B.S. from the University of Oregon and post graduate study at the University of Wisconsin and Portland State University, Dr. Wei received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Western States Chiropractic College in Portland. He is on the post graduate faculty at Western States, and has taught at the Portland School of Radiology, the National College of Naturopathic Medicine and the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, AZ. He has published radiologic studies in many peer-reviewed and scientific journals. More than a dedicated scholar, Dr. Wei immerses himself in the analysis and interpretation of imaging studies from the chiropractic point of view – always with the well-being of your patients in mind.

PURVAK PATEL, MD

Radiologist