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Board-Certified Pulmonologist, Critical Care and Sleep Specialist

``In our rural community, I am devoted to your health as your pulmonary critical care and sleep physician. My approach is centered on providing a wide array of pulmonary services, including the treatment of conditions such as COPD, asthma, sleep apnea, pulmonary fibrosis, and lung infections. I also prioritize the early detection and management of cancer and pulmonary nodules. By collaborating closely with local healthcare providers, I aim to deliver high-quality care right here in our community. My commitment is to offer compassionate and comprehensive care, ensuring you have access to the best possible health services locally.``

Residency
Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine
Cedars – Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
1996-1999

Internal Medicine
Cedars – Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, CA
1994-1996

Medical School
Doctor of Medicine
London University
Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School
1983-1989

EXPERIENCE

Dr. Biring is an accomplished physician bringing 35+ years of experience to the field in pulmonary medicine, internal medicine, critical care, and sleep medicine.

CONDITIONS TREATED
  • Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
  • Asthma
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Critical care management for hospitalized patients
  • Cystic fibrosis
  • Emphysema
  • Interstitial lung disease
  • Lou Gehrig’s disease (ALS)
  • Lung cancer screening and pulmonary nodule evaluation
  • Mycobacterial diseases, including tuberculosis
  • Occupational lung disease
  • Pleural disease
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Pulmonary fibrosis
  • Restless leg syndrome
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Severe infections/sepsis
  • Sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome
PROCEDURES
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Ion robotic-assisted bronchoscopy EBUS bronchoscopy
  • Pleurx catheter
  • Thoracentesis
  • Intubation
  • Line placement
  • Percutaneous tracheostomy
  • Chest tube insertion
  • Mechanical ventilation management
  • Complete pulmonary function testing/spirometry
  • Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET)
  • In-lab polysomnography (sleep study)
  • At-home sleep study
  • C-Pap/Bi-Pap fitting and titration
  • Pulmonary and sleep medication management
RESPIRATORY THERAPY PROGRAMS
  • Smoking cessation
  • Pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Asthma education/therapy
  • CPAP management
SPECIAL AREAS OF INTEREST
  • Lung cancer screening program for early detection of malignancy
  • Advanced treatment modalities for obstructive sleep apnea
  • Evaluation of disorders of hypersomnolence with a special interest in narcolepsy

Contact Information

Good Shepherd Pulmonology
620 NW 11th St, Suite M-201
Hermiston, OR 97838

Phone 541.667.3868
Fax 541.303.8633

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