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In 2019, our Founder, Darius Monsef, rushed his little girl from the bike park to the Pediatric Urgent Care. It was his first experience with a pediatric emergency as a father, and he was terrified. But as Dr. Fish skillfully stitched up his daughter's chin, a wave of gratitude washed over him.  Dr. Fish and his team had transformed an incredibly scary moment into a chance for his little one to be brave.

Being a serial entrepreneur, Darius recognized the immense value and uniqueness of this experience at a clinic that provided urgent care tailored specifically for kids. And so, Brave Care was born with a mission to help every child reach their full potential through excellent and accessible immediate care for the bumps and bugs that are a healthy part of a child’s development.



Brave Care was born with a mission to help every child reach their full potential through excellent and accessible immediate care.

Over the years, fueled by passion and purpose, Brave Care has set out to become the ultimate partner in pediatric care for parents everywhere.  We took what was a single walk in pediatric urgent care clinic in Oregon and expanded into two states, giving us the opportunity and honor to care for over 20,000 kids.  

Our commitment to accessible and affordable care for kids and families grew stronger every day. We found ourselves constantly striving to disrupt and improve pediatric care. Recognizing the need to support our community and provide an alternative to the long waits, high costs, and inadequate facilities of the ER.

We realized just how vital pediatric urgent care is to our families, our hospital partners, and our Primary Care Physician colleagues in the community. We serve as a critical resource for children, ensuring they receive prompt care from our expert pediatric teams. We save parents valuable time and money. While high-quality Primary Care and digital care resources like BlueberryPediatrics.com & SummerHealth.com  are readily available, what's missing in our neighborhoods is urgent care tailored exclusively for kids, staffed with dedicated pediatric teams, and available 365 days a year.

We found ourselves constantly striving to disrupt and improve pediatric care. Recognizing the need to support our community and provide an alternative to the long waits, high costs, and inadequate facilities of the ER.

In this next chapter of Brave Care we are refocusing as the best pediatric urgent care, with walk-in clinics thoughtfully designed by pediatricians and parents, built exclusively for kids. We remain open 365 days a year, including holidays, doubling down on our commitment to caring for sick and injured children when they need us the most. Equipped with on-site x-ray, labs, and medications, we are proud to provide an invaluable resource to the communities we serve.  Moving forward our families will be able to walk into any of our clinics when their kids need care, or save their spot in line on our website Bravecare.com.  We’ve opened up additional visit capacity and are making it simple and easy to get the care your child needs, faster. We want to be the best partner to parents, hospitals, and primary care physicians.

We are filled with excitement for what lies ahead for Brave Care, we are eager to advance our mission and continue adding value to the families we serve, as well as the community partners who share our vision and passion for creating a brighter future of healthcare for our children. 

As we embark on this next phase, our CEO Dr. Gary Gerlacher brings valuable clinical and operations expertise as a pediatrician, having decades of developing successful pediatric urgent care business models, and, most importantly his own experience as a parent. Our founding team has remained as supportive advisors, board members and regular visitors to our clinics with their own kids.

We are filled with excitement for what lies ahead for Brave Care, we are eager to advance our mission and continue adding value to the families we serve, as well as the community partners who share our vision and passion for creating a brighter future of healthcare for our children. As parents ourselves, we understand the fear and anxiety that can arise when our children are sick or injured. At Brave Care, what drives us is the opportunity to turn those scary moments into amazing chances to be Brave.  We extend our heartfelt thanks for your unwavering support over the years, and we eagerly anticipate continuing to be your trusted partner throughout your child's healthcare journey.

A message from Brave Care's leadership on how we're doubling down on providing pediatric urgent care

Expanding access to Pediatric Urgent Care

Mother's Day is a day to celebrate and honor the women who have raised us, cared for us, and loved us unconditionally. We asked several of our Brave Care mothers to share some of their favorite things about being a mom. Here's what they said:

"I love being able to learn as much from my daughter, as I am able to teach her. I really love moments of silliness with just her and I, laughing at everything and nothing, it feeds my soul ❤️" 

"I love seeing the world through my children's eyes. They're so full of creativity, playfulness, laughter and new ideas. It allows me the unique opportunity to slow down, be fully present, and connect through play...something all adults could benefit from!" 

"So many things I love most about being a mom. The hugs, the giggles, the sparkle in their eye but also being their safety net as they grow and evolve. Being a mom just keeps getting better. When you think you couldn't be any prouder, or your heart couldn't possibly be fuller, they inspire you once more. I get to experience childhood all over again, but through their eyes. It's wonderful." 

 “I have the privilege of loving and supporting my children as they grow into whatever and wherever their wildest dreams can take them. They will always look back and see me right behind them, smiling with so much love and pride (and snacks)." 

"Becoming a mother is one of the wildest experiences I have ever had. Most days seem difficult to manage but when my 2-year-old asks me for a hug randomly and gives me a kiss on the cheek it makes the days less difficult. Some highlights are singing along to the Disney channel soundtrack in the car, building tents in the lounge with all of the pillows and blankets we can find, and then cheering and high-fiving when she has done something new/scary or difficult because it means she is becoming a strong independent human."  

"Exploring with Halle and getting to witness what makes her joyous." 

"There are a few things I'm looking forward to about becoming a mom like hearing his coos and giggles and seeing those legs kicking on the outside. I’m excited to relive special moments through his eyes as he discovers the world. My ultimate goal is to guide him in life as best as I can and be someone he’s proud to call mom." 

- Michelle (expectant mother), People Ops

The reflections from some of our Brave Care mothers show the different joys and challenges of motherhood. From watching their children grow and learn new things, to experiencing the unconditional love that comes with being a mother, these reflections remind us of the immeasurable value of a mother's role in a child's life.

It's heartwarming to see how much love and pride these mothers have for their children, and how they cherish every moment with them, no matter how small. As we celebrate Mother's Day, let's take a moment to honor and appreciate all the mothers in our lives for the sacrifices they make, the love they give, and the impact they have on their children's lives.

Thank you to all the mothers out there for everything you do. Happy Mother's Day!

Recently, KATU News published a story titled "Healthcare Professional's Advice: Opening up Conversation about School Shootings with Kids." The article featured an interview with Brave Care Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Corey Fish. In the interview, Dr. Fish emphasized the importance of having an open and honest conversation with children about school shootings.

School shootings have become all too common in our society and it is important for parents to talk to their children about what to do in case of an emergency. Dr. Fish suggests that parents start by asking their children what they already know about school shootings and then provide age-appropriate information to fill in any gaps.

"Our kids are familiar that this is happening or aware that this is happening. How do we have that conversation and sort of talk about it in an age-appropriate way?" 

In a past Brave Care blog post, "Talking to Children About Trauma," the importance of asking them how they feel and helping them feel safe was emphasized. This holds true when talking to children about school shootings as well. 

Start the conversation now and try not to get wrapped up in saying the right thing. Having an open and honest conversation with children about school shootings is important in helping them feel prepared and safe as well as addressing any grief they may be experiencing. 

"The most important piece of advice is to just start the conversation, ask the question, check in with your kids, and see how they're feeling...."


If you have any concerns about your child's mental wellness please talk to your child's pediatrician today or book an appointment with one of our amazing providers to help find resources during these challenging times. 

"Talking to your child's healthcare provider about how to get in and get plugged into the mental health services is a really good first step."

Brave Care CMO, Dr. Corey Fish interviewed by KATU News

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