Dr. Ott
Dr. Ott is our Internal Medicine provider. He graduated from medical school and completed internal medicine residency training at the University of Washington. He has worked in the Olympia area since 1986, in private practice, as a hospitalist, and as a faculty member at the Saint Peters Hospital Family Practice Residency. He is interested in adult health care and helping people manage complex medical problems.
Dr. Wilton
Dr. Wilton has been providing care to the Squaxin Island community since 2019. He believes in caring for the whole person. Dr. Wilton sees patients from one year of age through the end of life. He specializes in musculoskeletal injuries, addiction, and management of diabetes and its comorbidities.
Rachel Armas
Rachel is Squaxin’s only mid-level provider. She is a Family Nurse Practitioner and has over 17 years in the medical field. She initially started her career as a trauma nurse in the United States Army in 2007. She enjoys building relationships with clients and is a patient centered. She sees all age groups. Rachel approaches care holistically and is a huge Dallas Cowboys fan.
Ellen Bermundez
Ellen is our clinic nurse. Most of her nursing experience is in the OR, but she is learning quickly. She is available for education, triage, nail trimmings, wound care, and so much more.
Cindy Beck
Cindy Beck is a naturopathic physician who specializes in diabetes care. Using therapeutic lifestyle interventions, including nutritional assessment and counseling, she offers adjunctive care for many chronic diseases in addition to Diabetes. She works with those who have weight issues, eating disorders, digestive issues, and special dietary needs. Cindy worked in the Tribal Diabetes Prevention Program while working with the Chehalis Tribe and the nutritionist at the Skokomish Health Clinic. Cindy is also a certified Pilates Instructor, as well as a fitness Instructor.
Heather Luther
Heather is a Family Nurse Practitioner with a master’s in public health who has over nine years of clinical experience, blending expertise in community health, acute care, street medicine, and addiction medicine. Skilled in comprehensive patient care, diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, and health promotion, Heather is passionate about providing holistic, patient-centered care. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, with a focus on addiction and trauma-informed care and is committed to advancing care for individuals and communities. Outside of her professional life, Heather enjoys skiing, traveling, and reading.
