William Tooze, PA, has joined the general surgery staff at PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. He earned his master of science in physician assistant studies from Marist College. He has practiced in an ENT surgery office as a first assist in ENT, head and neck, and facial trauma surgeries with Asante Physician Partners in Grants Pass. He also has urgent care experience. “I am an advocate for taking ownership of your health, and I desire to listen and partner with patients to help them live healthy lives to the best of my ability,” he said. He enjoys all of the outdoor opportunities Oregon has to offer, especially hiking and fishing. He is also an Oregon native and alumnus of the University of Oregon.