Have you ever been to a primary care doctor and wondered why they focus on treating symptoms instead of addressing the root cause of your illness? Rather than take a patient-centered approach to address questions like, “Why are you ill?” they prescribe medications that alleviate symptoms but don’t do much to solve the underlying issue that’s causing you to be sick.
When you have a runny nose, you’re handed an antihistamine. When you have high cholesterol or high blood pressure, you’re prescribed a pill that treats the number. The truth is that this approach only tackles your symptoms. When the root cause isn’t fixed, your symptoms can get exponentially worse. Remember - your body’s dysfunction isn’t due to your meds not working.
This begs the question: Wouldn't you rather address the underlying cause of your health concerns so you can experience long-term relief? As a naturopathic doctor in Bellingham, WA, Dr. Erica Oberg takes a functional approach to medicine and well-being instead of treating the symptoms her patients endure.
Health is a state of vibrant vitality, abundant energy, and positive affect. It can be learned, cultivated, and practiced by everyone. Dr. Oberg's approach to health and medicine combines the rigors of science with the wisdom of nature and our bodies. She is passionate about helping people experience a higher level of health and vitality. As such, her clinical practice focuses on preventing, reversing, and taming chronic disease, neuro-degeneration, and anti-aging.
Dr. Oberg specializes in nutrition & lifestyle, IV therapy, and identifying the underlying causes of disease using advanced testing and creating customized treatment plans to help individuals dial in their lifestyle, dietary supplements, peptides, bioidentical hormones, anti-aging pharmaceuticals, and more. If you’re looking for individualized, science-based, proactive functional, integrative, or natural medicine, we believe you’ll resonate with Dr. Oberg and work your way through life’s challenges with help from our functional medicine clinic in Bellingham, WA.
Dr. Oberg and her team of licensed providers specialize in a range of naturopathic and science-based services, including but not limited to:
If you're ready to reclaim your vitality and learn more about Dr. Oberg's approach to health and medicine, we make it easy to get started. The first step is to have a complimentary 15-minute phone call to ask questions and determine if her approach is a good fit. Once Dr. Oberg understands your health needs and goals, your journey to optimal health and wellness truly begins.
Now that you know more about what makes Dr. Oberg different from other physicians, let's dig a little deeper into some of the most popular programs and clinical services offered at her functional medicine clinic.
As people get older, many things change in life. Often, those changes are good, like having more self-control, financial freedom, and patience. Others are hard to deal with, especially when they're out of our control. Like all things in life, our hormones change when we get older. These fluctuations can cause problems for both men and women, including:
If those symptoms sound familiar, you're not alone. A 2019 American Psychological Association survey found that almost half of women aged 30 to 60 in the US have experienced symptoms of a hormonal imbalance. Of course, as men age, they suffer from imbalanced hormones, too. Research from BodyLogicMD states that nearly 38% of males in America aged 45 and older have a testosterone deficiency.
The good news is that balancing your hormones and addressing the root cause of your symptoms doesn’t have to be hard. It’s a realistic goal with Dr. Oberg by your side. As a functional medicine doctor in Bellingham, WA, she can help your body metabolize and detoxify both your own hormones and the endocrine-disrupting chemicals infiltrating your life. When your hormones are in harmony, you experience improved energy, mood, and overall health – and that’s something to be excited about.
Our comprehensive Three-Month Hormone Balancing Program is designed to empower you with the knowledge and tools to take control of your hormonal health. This is no "one-and-done service" - it's a holistic journey that spans three transformative months, offering the support and guidance to become confident, capable, and healthier than ever. Features of our hormone balancing program include:
You will receive support throughout your journey from Dr. Oberg, who will provide healthcare services, and our health coaches, who offers personalized coaching tailored to your specific needs.
Nutrition has a significant impact on hormonal health. A customized hormone-balancing diet plan will be provided to help nourish the body optimally based on individual goals.
We provide a range of practical strategies and tips for regulating hormone balance through your nervous system. These techniques aim to empower you to take control of your well-being.
When appropriate, we’ll prescribe you hormone replacement therapy (HRT), testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), or growth hormone peptide therapy to help balance your hormones.
At our functional medical office, we make it a point to correct the root causes of our patient's problems. We don't treat symptoms - but we do use them to figure out the underlying issues you're facing. If you notice any of the following symptoms, it could be time to consider HRT.
When you mention hormone replacement therapy, most people think the treatment is exclusively for females going through menopause. While that's partially true - HRT can relieve night sweats, hot flashes, and other menopause-related problems - men also deal with imbalanced hormones.
Testosterone plays a crucial role in male sexual health. Low levels can result in decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction, and other sexual performance issues. Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection may be a sign of imbalanced hormones or low testosterone levels.
When your sleep patterns change - like when you have trouble falling or staying asleep - it could be a sign of a hormone imbalance. Testosterone is involved in regulating the sleep cycle, and insufficient levels of it can disrupt quality rest.
Imbalances in hormones can affect mental health and mood. If a man shows signs of irritability, mood swings, or depression, it could indicate low testosterone or other hormonal issues. Hormone replacement therapy can help regulate mood by balancing your hormone levels.
Menopause happens when a woman has not had a menstrual cycle for at least 12 consecutive months. It is a result of declining sex hormone levels, causing the ovaries to stop releasing egg cells. During menopause, women face a range of challenges.
Testosterone plays a crucial role in male sexual health. Low levels can result in decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction, and other sexual performance issues. Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection may be a sign of imbalanced hormones or low testosterone levels.
Irregular menstrual cycles are a common sign that women are nearing menopause, and their hormone levels may be shifting. The frequency of their periods may increase or decrease, and the amount of bleeding could be more or less than usual, while also lasting for a shorter or longer time.
Hot flashes are perhaps the most well-known symptom of menopause and a frequent sign that a woman's hormones are imbalanced. Hot flashes are sudden feelings of warmth and sweating that are usually most intense on your face, neck, and chest.
Don't let hormone imbalances dictate your life. Take the first step towards reclaiming your balance, energy, and vitality. By working together with Dr. Oberg and her team, you can unlock the path to a healthier, more harmonious you.
When you choose Dr. Oberg as your naturopathic doctor in Bellingham, WA, a new world of healthy living and wellness options are at your disposal. One of the most popular and effective ways to give your body the goodness it needs is with custom IV therapy at our functional medicine office.
Customized IV therapy from Dr. Oberg is all about tailoring your treatment to meet your health goals and needs. Unlike one-size-fits-all IV clinics, our team considers factors like nutrient deficiencies, hydration levels, and overall health to create a customized infusion. This personalized approach gives you better and more applicable results, whether you're looking to get a boost of energy, fortify your immune system, or get relief from a specific ailment.
Your custom IV therapy begins with a consultation with Dr. Oberg. During your initial meeting, we’ll get a better sense of what your brain and body needs. From there, we’ll create a custom infusion for you – not just a formula that matches your height, weight, and age.
Our IV drip therapy menu includes infusions such as:
IV therapy is considered one of the best ways to get the nutrients and immune-boosting goodness your body needs because it gives you a more direct, efficient means of delivery. Unlike oral supplement, which often falls short due to digestive limitations, IV therapy ensures swift and comprehensive nutrient absorption. Some of the biggest benefits of IV therapy from a functional medicine doctor in Bellingham, WA include the following:
IV fluids and electrolytes rapidly hydrate your body, providing an efficient remedy for dehydration resulting from illness, physical activity, or excessive alcohol intake.
IV treatment is able to increase energy and fight tiredness, which can make you feel re-energized.
IV infusions containing immune-enhancing vitamins and antioxidants can fortify your immune system and assist in recovering from illness.
IV therapy containing growth factors, exosomes, and vitamins is effective in improving the health and appearance of the skin and hair. These components complement hair and facial microneedling treatments exceptionally well.
IV therapy can help reduce the symptoms of toxic exposure, like headaches, nausea, fatigue, and dehydration, whether it's from a basic hangover or prolonged exposure to molds, heavy metals, or other toxins.
Dr. Oberg’s personalized IV infusions can serve as an initial boost for making lifestyle changes and play a role in a sustained plan to control persistent conditions like diabetes, autoimmune disorders, cancer, heart disease, and others.
Support Mitochondria function and Anti-aging
Dr. Oberg offers carefully sourced and research backed regenerative therapies such as exosome and stem cell infusions. These can be powerful options for people recovering from chronic infections such as long COVID or Epstein Barr or Lyme. They are also powerful for neuro-regeneration and we frequently use them in stroke recovery and for traumatic brain injury.
Dr. Oberg offers personalized IV micronutrient therapy tailored to address specific nutritional deficiencies, hydration needs, and overall health. This therapy is based on advanced testing that evaluates your cells' nutrient levels. Whether you need more energy, a stronger immune system, or relief from different health issues, IV drip therapy can be customized to help you rediscover the very best version of yourself.
As we get older, our bodies experience a range of changes that affect our health and appearance. These changes are primarily caused by issues with mitochondria and cellular aging. However, there have been significant developments in regenerative medicine, offering the potential to turn back the hands of time and improve health. Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Oberg to begin your journey with regenerative medicine.
Regenerative medicine is an exciting, innovative field that centers on activating your body's innate regenerative abilities to repair and revitalize tissues, cells, and organs. Its focus is on improving your body's natural healing processes to counteract the impacts of aging and different health issues. If you find that old, nagging injuries won’t go away or that fine lines and wrinkles have become overwhelming, anti-aging medicine from a functional medicine doctor in Bellingham, WA may be perfect for you.
At our naturopathic medical office, we use treatments like IV therapy, hormone replacement therapy, and Peptide Therapy to manage a broad array of health and aesthetic concerns. These treatments can aid in tissue repair, inflammation reduction, and enhancement of cellular function.
Anti-aging services offered at our functional medicine clinic include the following:
Peptides are fundamental components of proteins and play a crucial role in various biological processes, such as the aging process. Dr. Oberg offers peptide treatments to help counteract age-related decline, enhance muscle growth and performance, improve skin health, and more.
When you bring your hormones back into balance, you can fight back against issues such as fatigue, mood swings, reduced libido, and even erectile dysfunction.
Replenish vital nutrients, antioxidants, and hydration for improved energy levels, skin health, and immune support.
Exosomes are tiny vesicles generated from mesenchymal stem cells. These vesicles serve as powerful communicators, transmitting signals to various tissues in the body. Their main function is to trigger healing, regeneration, and repair processes, mimicking the actions of younger cells. They are considered to be one of the most effective strategies for combating the aging process.
When nutrition guidance, lifestyle adaptations, and powerful supplements are combined with naturopathic medical therapies from Dr. Oberg, you can reverse chronic diseases in your life and reach your anti-aging goals.
Our goal with regenerative medicine treatments is to rejuvenate deteriorating or aging tissue. Our approach to treatment centers on fixing and reversing damage instead of solely addressing symptoms like pain. Regenerative medicine harnesses the power of healthy cells to renew and restore function by enhancing the body's innate capacity for self-healing.
Dr. Oberg uses regenerative medicine to treat a range of issues, both aesthetic and injury-related, including the following:
Experience the future of anti-aging and regenerative medicine with Dr. Erica Oberg. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and embark on your journey to a healthier, more youthful you.
When you visit our functional medicine clinic, you can rest easy knowing Dr. Erica Oberg uses her unique skills, knowledge, and naturopathic principles for the betterment of your health and well-being. Unlike many traditional primary care providers, our team combines the best aspects of traditional wisdom and modern scientific medicine to diagnose, treat, and prevent chronic diseases.
You don't have to worry about us suggesting addictive pain medications or treatments that simply mask your aesthetic or medical challenges. Instead, our goal is to address the underlying factors holding you back. If you're ready to take the first step toward purposeful progress and healthy living, contact us today.
Local and state officials continue to process damage reports related to the severe December flooding events that forced more than 100,000 people to evacuate across Washington.In Whatcom County, residents in Nooksack, Sumas, Everson, Ferndale, Lynden and Lummi Nation were impacted by the rising floodwaters of the Nooksack River. Roads across the county closed due to high water levels, and the region saw widespread private and public property damage.Several weeks later, water levels have receded, and community members are picking...
Local and state officials continue to process damage reports related to the severe December flooding events that forced more than 100,000 people to evacuate across Washington.
In Whatcom County, residents in Nooksack, Sumas, Everson, Ferndale, Lynden and Lummi Nation were impacted by the rising floodwaters of the Nooksack River. Roads across the county closed due to high water levels, and the region saw widespread private and public property damage.
Several weeks later, water levels have receded, and community members are picking up the pieces.
Amy Cloud at the Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management told The Herald that the process of documenting damages is going “really fast” compared to the flood responses in 2020 and 2021.
Still, it’s deliberative. Officials are following up on every single submitted damage assessment form to verify needs and information, Cloud said.
As of Tuesday morning, the county had confirmed 550 households with reported damage. At least a few hundred more still needed to be confirmed, according to Cloud.
Washington’s counties were asked to submit damage estimate assessment forms to the state by Dec. 28. The state Emergency Management Division was still working on the joint preliminary damage assessment for FEMA this week, according to Washington State Governor’s Office Communications Director Brionna Aho.
“We are now working with state and federal partners to perform a joint preliminary damage assessment process for individual assistance,” Cloud told The Herald. “Teams have been in Whatcom County doing spot-checks and verification of impacts throughout the weekend and into this week. This is coordination with a statewide effort to assess impacts in the community that is being coordinated through state emergency management (EMD.)”
Accurate and extensive damage estimates are critical when it comes to receiving funding to assist in recovery efforts. Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson announced during the flooding that the federal government approved the state’s request for an emergency declaration and had agreed to grant the state’s request for emergency assistance.
But Whatcom County officials could not be certain about how state and federal dollars would continue to shake out.
“State and federal assistance for local disaster response has become increasingly unpredictable,” Whatcom County Executive’s Office spokesperson Jed Holmes told The Herald.
“In part, that’s a result of new fiscal realities at the state level and, in part, it’s a consequence of a changing political priorities at the federal level. Executive (Satpal Singh) Sidhu continues to advocate for robust emergency response and recovery assistance as well as infrastructure investments to address the risk of flooding, which has become both more severe and more frequent in recent years.”
Many residents have FEMA flood insurance that in some cases can cover up to half the value of a private residence. But Cloud said the Department of Emergency Management could not speculate about the amount residents might receive.
“The process takes time, receiving funds takes longer,” Cloud said. “We can say that good documentation (photos, detailed damage assessments, repair estimates) improves the likelihood of reimbursement for qualified expenses.”
Local organizations such as Whatcom Strong — previously known as the Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group — can help residents navigate the recovery process.
Cloud told The Herald that the Department of Emergency Management is also “in it through the entire process.”
“From the 'sprint’ of immediate response to the ‘marathon’ of recovery and rebuilding, DEM is coordinating needs and resources, bringing in partner agencies, and pursuing and managing grants,” Cloud said.
For additional flood-related assistance and resources, visit www.whatcomcounty.us/4742/Flood-Related-Resources.
Whether you are looking for a break or a change of pace this holiday season, you may be searching for a restaurant on Christmas Day.The majority of Bellingham-area stores and eateries will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of the holiday, putting local diners in a bind.Luckily, a handful of restaurants in and around Bellingham will be open on Christmas — offering everything from prime rib and salmon and peppermint crème brûlée.The Bellingham Herald has put together a list of restaura...
Whether you are looking for a break or a change of pace this holiday season, you may be searching for a restaurant on Christmas Day.
The majority of Bellingham-area stores and eateries will be closed on Thursday, Dec. 25, in observance of the holiday, putting local diners in a bind.
Luckily, a handful of restaurants in and around Bellingham will be open on Christmas — offering everything from prime rib and salmon and peppermint crème brûlée.
The Bellingham Herald has put together a list of restaurants open in Whatcom County on Christmas Day.
Here’s where to go:
Treating yourself to a fancy Christmas feast? Here are some restaurants offering fine dining in Whatcom County.
Kennan’s at the Pier: The “causal yet elegant” restaurant inside The Chrysalis Inn & Spa, 804 10th St in Bellingham, is offering Christmas breakfast at 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. While they may not be offering a special Christmas menu, they will be offering delicious breakfast items, such as beignets, winter hash and lox bagel. Make reservations by calling 360-392-5510.
B-Town Kitchen and Raw Bar: The steakhouse at 714 Lakeway Drive in Bellingham is offering a specialty menu for Christmas Day including slow-roasted prime rib, pesto baked salmon and peppermint crème brûlée. Reservations are required and can be made at 360-392-6520.
Silver Reef Casino Resort: All restaurants in Silver Reef Casino Resort, 4876 Haxton Way in Ferndale, will be open during normal hours Thursday for Christmas Day.
Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa: The Semiahmoo Resort, 9565 Semiahmoo Pkwy. in Blaine, is hosting a family-style feast for Christmas Day featuring green salad, bread rolls, prime rib and peppermint cheesecake. Dinner costs $89, or $29 for children ages 4 to 12; children under 4 eat free.
Northwater: The restaurant inside Holiday Inn & Suites, 4260 Mitchell Way in Bellingham, is celebrating the holidays with buffets. From 7 to 10 a.m Thursday, there will be a buffet breakfast for $15 per person. There’s also an Asian-inspired buffet available from noon to 6 p.m. with tangerine beef, crispy chicken gyoza, fried rice and bao buns. The buffet costs $45, or $25 for children age 11 and under.
Additionally, the restaurant will offer regular service at 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday as well as a hot chocolate bar.
Lighthouse Grill: The Lighthouse Grill inside Hotel Bellwether, 1 Bellwether Way in Bellingham, is offering a festive buffet with seafood and meat from noon to 7 p.m. Thursday. The Christmas Day buffet cost $99, or $65 for children ages 5 to 10.
Hotel Leo: Hotel Leo, 1224 Cornwall Ave in Bellingham, is bringing the holiday cheer with a Chinese food buffet from noon to 8 p.m.
While most Bellingham-area restaurants won’t be open for dine-in on Thursday, some local restaurants will be open for takeout meals.
They include:
Asian Bistro Restaurant, 1730 La Bounty Drive in Ferndale, will be open for takeout at 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday.
QQ Li’s, 505 32nd St. in Bellingham, will be open for takeout at 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday.
As parts of Washington continue to deal with the devastation from all the flooding, Lummi Nation declared its own state of emergency on Thursday night.Drone video from the Nooksack River at Slater Road shows a field of water. The flooding heavily impacts Lummi Nation, as there is now only one access point onto the land.What they're saying:"Having our primary safety access point being shutdown really causes a concern for emergency response," Tony Hillaire, Lummi Nation Chairman said on Friday. "It doubles a...
As parts of Washington continue to deal with the devastation from all the flooding, Lummi Nation declared its own state of emergency on Thursday night.
Drone video from the Nooksack River at Slater Road shows a field of water. The flooding heavily impacts Lummi Nation, as there is now only one access point onto the land.
What they're saying:
"Having our primary safety access point being shutdown really causes a concern for emergency response," Tony Hillaire, Lummi Nation Chairman said on Friday. "It doubles and sometimes triples the time in case there is any serious injury or serious emergency to be able to get them help."
He told FOX 13, about 6,000 people live on the reservation, both tribal and non-tribal. The 20,000-acre reservation comprises a five-mile peninsula that sits at the mouth of the Nooksack River.
"If anything happens there, we'll be a complete island," Hillaire said. On social media Saturday, he revealed the levy at South Slater Road prevented a full breach, but the dikes were damaged. He added, once the water levels go down, they will safely assess the extent of that damage, but they’re keeping close watch because that damage now holds the potential for a breach.
"The current priority, I think, is monitoring the levee that is holding up the river near Slater Road and making sure that it doesn't get any worse, because if it does, our conditions and our ability to take care will get worse," Hillaire said.
As the flooding surrounds homes and traps cars, emergency management teams, natural resources and first responders work around the clock to monitor the conditions and protect the critical infrastructure.
On Saturday, Lummi leadership and natural resources met with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to evaluate the levee and said they found no damage to it at this time, according to a Lummi Communications Facebook post.
In 2021 though, the levee there broke after severe flooding in the area. The community became an island and had to boat in groceries and doctors to take care of their people. The chairman told FOX 13, they advocated for funding to raise Slater Road, and the levy was repaired, but they will be making a bigger push for it to be done after what they’re experiencing this time around.
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – There are many resources available to support victims of the historic flooding we’ve seen this week.The Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group is asking anyone who’s been affected by the floods to fill out a help request form on their website.The group is hosting community cleanups at the Valley Church in Nooksack until 5 pm on Friday and again at the Sumas Advent Christian Church from 8 am to 5 pm on Saturday, Dec. 12, assuming the town is accessible. To learn more, volunt...
WHATCOM COUNTY, WA (MyBellinghamNow.com) – There are many resources available to support victims of the historic flooding we’ve seen this week.
The Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group is asking anyone who’s been affected by the floods to fill out a help request form on their website.
The group is hosting community cleanups at the Valley Church in Nooksack until 5 pm on Friday and again at the Sumas Advent Christian Church from 8 am to 5 pm on Saturday, Dec. 12, assuming the town is accessible. To learn more, volunteer or donate to those affected by the floods, you can visit whatcomstrong.com.
Those who’ve been affected by the floods or who want to volunteer can also call the Whatcom County Flood Call Center at 360-788-5303. Anyone seeking emergency shelter due to the floods can fill out a form on the county’s website.
Whatcom County Health and Community Services is urging anyone in need of emotional support to call or text the 24/7 Disaster Distress Hotline at 1-800-985-5990.
Meanwhile, Brio Laundry is offering free laundry for a week to anyone whose home was affected by the flooding. They’re handing out flood relief laundry cards at both of their locations in Bellingham and Lynden.
In Skagit County, the Skagit Community Foundation and United Way of Skagit County have each activated their Disaster Relief Fund for those able to donate.
For those in need of a hot meal during their evacuation, Sahara Pizza is offering free meals at their Mount Vernon and Stanwood locations.
For anyone in need of emergency storage, Lynden-based Get Simple Box is offering free delivery on rental containers for flood-impacted households, farms, nonprofits, and response crews in Whatcom and Skagit counties.
Mt. Baker Imaging and Northwest Radiologists have sent out letters notifying patients of a data breach about 10 months after the breach occurred. Over 348,000 Washingtonians were affected, according to the Office of the Attorney General.The letters state that information stored in the company’s network was “subject to unauthorized access” from Jan. 20-25. This is the first time that patients were officially notified of the breach.Information that may have been affected included patients’ first and last n...
Mt. Baker Imaging and Northwest Radiologists have sent out letters notifying patients of a data breach about 10 months after the breach occurred. Over 348,000 Washingtonians were affected, according to the Office of the Attorney General.
The letters state that information stored in the company’s network was “subject to unauthorized access” from Jan. 20-25. This is the first time that patients were officially notified of the breach.
Information that may have been affected included patients’ first and last names as well as any combination of an associated address, phone number, social security number, date of birth, email address, driver’s license number, treatment or diagnosis information, provider name, medical record or patient identification number, health insurance number and/or treatment cost information.
In an online notification posted Oct. 30, Mt. Baker Imaging said it “immediately worked to obtain up-to-date address information in order to provide impacted individuals with notification of this event.”
The breach was reported to the Office of the Attorney General on July 10. The office said it is “not at liberty to speculate on why the company took the amount of time it did to send our office notice.”
A spokesperson added that under state statute, notice may be delayed at the request of law enforcement or if needed to determine the scope of the breach. He said that Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging “has not indicated” the reason for the delay.
A class action lawsuit was filed in Whatcom County Superior Court on April 25 in response to the data breach. In the complaint, a Ferndale man and a Bellingham man alleged that Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging delayed informing members of the breach, “causing them to suffer ascertainable losses in the form of the loss of the benefit of their bargain and the value of their time reasonably incurred to remedy or mitigate the effects of the attack.”
The lawsuit also alleges that Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging hasn’t implemented cybersecurity measures to prevent future breaches, leaving “significant vulnerabilities” in its system. It states that Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging should have known to improve its security even before the breach because of the “substantial increase” in cyberattacks in the healthcare industry.
The plaintiffs allege that Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging failed to follow Federal Trade Commission guidelines to protect against unauthorized access to sensitive information, which also led the company to violate HIPAA.
The lawsuit accuses Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging of negligence, breach of implied contract, unjust enrichment, invasion of privacy and violation of the Washington Consumer Protection Act, Washington Data Breach Notification Disclosure Law, Uniform Health Care Information Act and Washington My Health My Data Act.
The plaintiffs are asking for the court to instruct Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging to stop “future deceptive practices” and provide restitution “in an amount to be determined at trial.”
Mt. Baker Imaging and Northwest Radiologists were served legal summons on May 15. Neither have responded, according to available court records.
Northwest Radiologists/Mt. Baker Imaging did not respond to request for comment.
Anyone with questions or concerns about the data breach can contact a dedicated assistance line at 855-291-2706 between noon and midnight on weekdays excluding holidays.
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