About Us
Physicians and Providers
About Dr. Adrian Varela:
Dr. Varela completed his training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina in 2004. His undergraduate and medical degrees were both completed at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Varela has practiced in the Portland metro area for five years. He founded Northwest ENT and Allergy in February 2007 to provide easily accessible, community-based ear, nose, throat and allergy care for the entire family.
Dr. Varela enjoys seeing a wide variety of general otolaryngology problems, and his particular interests are pediatric and adult allergy, sinus, sleep and swallowing disorders. His office is equipped for a full range of inhalant (pollen, mold, dust, dander) and food allergy testing as well as endoscopic evaluation of sinus, swallowing and speech disorders. Office-based procedures for snoring and nasal blockage are also available.
Dr. Varela strives to provide an office setting that is comfortable and relaxed. Generous appointment times ensure that each new patient receives a thorough evaluation without feeling rushed or pressured.
In his free time Dr. Varela enjoys spending time with his wife and two young daughters. They enjoy spending time in the outdoors and all the great food, music and cultural events the Portland area has to offer. Playing guitar, traveling, beer home-brewing, college sports, and gardening are some of his other interests.
Certifications:
American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Oregon State Medical Board
Washington State Medical Board
North Carolina Medical Board
Professional Memberships:
Diplomat American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Fellow American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Associate American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy
Member American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society
Member Oregon Academy of Otolaryngology
Member Oregon Medical Association
Affiliations:
Providence Milwaukie Hospital, Milwaukie, Oregon
Providence Portland Medical Center, Portland, Oregon
Legacy Emanuel Hospital, Portland, Oregon
Adventist Hospital, Portland, Oregon
Sanjna completed her Bachelor of Science and Nursing degree at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro. She has had 10 years of nursing experience in a variety of clinical settings including the cardiac ICU, surgical ICU, and cardiac catheterization lab. She has traveled extensively during her career and spent time in some of the nation's most prestigious medical centers including, University of California San Francisco, Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, and Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC. She relocated to Portland three years ago and has worked at Emanuel and Good Samaritan Hospitals in their cardiac catheterization labs.
Sanjna has recently received additional training in the area of otolaryngic allergy and joined the staff of Northwest ENT and Allergy in June 2007. She performs a full range of inhalant (pollen, mold, dust, dander) and food allergy testing as well as incentive spirometry to both pediatric and adult patients. She is excited to bring her experience in the intensive care and cardiac care settings to the outpatient allergy clinic where patients can rest assured they are in safe and experienced hands.
In her free time, Sanjna enjoys spending time with her husband and two young daughters. Other interests include travel, Irish dancing, dining out, and enjoying all the activities Portland has to offer.
Degree
Bachelor of Science and Nursing, University of North Carolina, Greensboro 1997
Work Experience
Duke University Medical Center, Cardiac ICU, 1997
University of California San Francisco, Cardiac ICU, 1998-2000
Massacusetts General Hospital, Cardiac ICU, 2001
Duke University Medical Center, Surgical ICU and Neurosurgical ICU, 2001-2003
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, Cardiac ICU, 2003-200
Legacy Emanuel and Good Samaritan Hospitals, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, 2004-2007
Certifications and Licenses
Oregon State Board of Nursing
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Pediatric Advance Life Support
Advanced Training
American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy Basic Course, 2007
About Aramis VanSandt, Physician Assistant:
Aramis completed his Master of Physician Assistant Studies at Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon in 2009. His undergraduate degree was completed at Seattle University in Seattle, Washington, where he also participated in varsity basketball and the Reserve Officers' Training Corps.
Aramis aims to provide patient-centered, problem-focused care for children and adults in a comfortable clinical setting. With his addition to the practice, patients can enjoy more expedited care for a wide range of otolaryngic and allergic problems.
In his free time Aramis enjoys spending time with his wife and young son. Together they enjoy many activities unique to the area including hiking, wine tasting and attending local farmers markets.
Certifications and Licenses
Oregon Medical Board
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Physician Assistants
Oregon Society of Physician Assistants
American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy
Advanced Training
American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy Basic Course, 2009