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Marshall Goldberg: (Another) Top Doc
Though Marshall Goldberg should be a doggie doctor (more on that ahead), his CV relates to epidemiology and public health, with an MD from the University of Maryland and later, a masters from the UC Berkeley School of Public Health in the ‘70s. This “Balmer” native (see Big City in Maryland”) and his family then went on to travel extensively.
First, there was a stint in Denmark, to probe the vagaries of an autoimmune disease (sarcoidosis) and its relation to pine tree pollen. Denmark appealed enough for the family to entertain thoughts of a permanent move there, but they decided not to. Vegetarians at the time, the senior Goldbergs were eventually daunted by the limited foodstuffs for their diet in a meat-oriented nation. Further, their very young children were differently persuaded; Marshall describes their vocal rebellion against the practice, once howling “meat! meat!” in a restaurant.
From the pines of Denmark, Marshall and family headed back across the pond and the United States to Vancouver, B.C., to work at the city’s public health department and to do more clinical study at Vancouver General Hospital. Eventually, Kaiser Permanente, Oregon, beckoned, with many years' work in Portland-area clinics.
No surprise that Marshall has a vision for a Viva Village medical pilot program that would offer a variety of medical support services. Ranging from the basic (e.g., transportation to medical appointments) to complex (being a presence at a doctor appointment or at hospital discharge time and beyond), volunteers could be the proverbial eyes and ears at a challenging time. Other aspects of this medical safety net figure into his hopes for the development of the Viva Village volunteer offerings.
Augmenting this worthy compendium are related issues that Marshall hopes can be part of the Viva Village ’s truly inclusive outreach: a Spanish language component and provision for those on limited income. And lots of health education.
 Fun stuff for Marshall features on-and-off woodcarving, a love of NW Indian art, and 20-plus years as an ESL tutor. But how about the dogs? Meet Ava Belle, luckiest pup in Raleigh Hills, loved and tended in unusual ways, including her daily tooth brushing (no floss, though) by the master. Ava Belle’s predecessor was a Clumber spaniel, etymologically, perhaps, a blend of CLutz and LUMBERing. Google “Clumbers,” and you’ll find many of the same charming features as our subject doctor: loyal, calm, dignified, affectionate, great hearted, with a mischievous streak. You heard it here!
Marshall. Loves. Dogs.
(Viva Village volunteer Ellin Johnson wrote this piece after her interview with Marshall.
Judith Feinstein provided the drawing.)
UPCOMING VIVA VILLAGE HAPPENINGS…
VIVA VILLAGE 101 INFORMATION PRESENTATION
February 13, 2016, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Introduction to the Village concept and Viva Village, our Beaverton area village-in-formation.
Beaverton City Library, 12375 SW 5th St Beaverton, OR 97005
RSVP VivaVillage101@gmail.com or 503-312-7675
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THIRD THURSDAY SOCIAL TIME
February 18, 6:30-8 pm
Giovanni’s Restaurant
Italian Appetizers, Entrees, and Desserts
Chiantis available, some with roosters
12390 SW Broadway, Beaverton
(At the corner of Hall and Broadway,
On the #76 and #78 bus lines)
RSVP VivaVillageSocial@gmail.com or 503-644-7417
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DAWSON CREEK WALK
 February 20, 2016
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Meet at the waterfall behind the library at 1 pm.
There are several lakes, behind the library, connected by a nearly flat paved trail that are all part of the Dawson Creek Business Park. The public is welcome. Dogs are welcome on leash.
Park at the north end of the library (left side as you face the library) near the bike rack to take a quick paved trail to the lake behind the library. If you come through the library you can use the stairs or wheelchair ramp down to the lake from the back side of the library. You can loop around one lake or several. There is a beautiful waterfall area and lots and lots of beautiful ducks.
Hillsboro Public Library Backyard 2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy Hillsboro, OR 97124
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VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION for people who have already attended an informational 101 meeting
February 23, 2016, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Information about opportunities to volunteer in Viva Village.
12350 SW 5th Street, #100 (across from the library)
RSVP VivaVillageOR+KathyBrown@gmail.com or 503-644-7320
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Viva Village Sponsors Help Session on Emergency Planning for Seniors
 Disaster Readiness 101: Emergency Planning for Seniors, will be held February 27, 1:30 to 3:30 pm
in Room A of the Beaverton City Library.
Claudia Steiner-Fricker, volunteer outreach team leader for the Beaverton Emergency Management Department, will provide specific information on how older householders can best prepare for environmental and other hazards with the potential to overwhelm 911 services in our area. Attendees will receive a free emergency blanket and handout materials with comprehensive instructions for developing a readiness plan. There will be ample time for questions.
To RSVP, email VivaVillageOR+Events@gmail.com, or call 503-841-2357.
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Coming again in March—by popular demand—
Gardening for Seniors, featuring Barbara Blossom and her panel of gardening friends
MARCH 19, 10-12 am LEEDY GRANGE
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Also in March, the Viva Village Book Club …
JUST MERCY, by Brian Stephenson. This true story is at once an unforgettable account of an idealistic, gifted young lawyer’s coming of age, a moving window into the lives of those he has defended, and an inspiring argument for compassion in the pursuit of justice.
Tuesday, March 29, 6:30-8:30 pm
at a home in the Westbrook community in Beaverton
RSVP VivaVillageOR+RaeColeman@gmail.com or 503-644-7417
A REVIEW OF JANUARY’S BOOK DISCUSSION, by Kathe Fradkin
Six interested and interesting people gathered this month for a lively exchange of ideas about Blessings by Anna Quindlen. You would think that a book with this name might be about gratitude but it was not; it was much more! This powerful novel was about love, redemption, personal change and character development. Through her beautiful and exquisite use of language, the author depicted how, in an instant, lives can be changed forever. How fun to discuss how we connected to this book at many different levels!
Not an Epidemic, Not Ebola, Not Zika,
Not even Chipotle, say the Viva Village Docs…
Still, there’s concern among the Viva Villagers. Something strange and unsettling happened on January 9. Many found themselves drawn to Elsie’s. After all, it was the second Saturday of the month. They looked for the sign indicating the site of the Viva Village Planning Group meeting, where they could pick up their well-worn name tags. Some were disturbed enough to seek the help of the Viva Village Docs, Goldberg and Brown.
 The Docs were neither alarmed nor surprised that people of the dominant Viva Village demographic might be upset by change. After two years of Saturday morning meetings of the Viva Village Planning Group, a Governing Council had been elected to chart the course of the Village towards its final destination: becoming a fully formed, functioning, service-providing Village. Though the Docs refused a diagnosis without further tests and, of course, proof of insurance, both suggested the possibility that the ailing Villagers were likely exhibiting P.G. withdrawal symptoms. (P.G. = Planning Group. What else could it mean with that age group? Unless your name is Sarah or Hannah or Elizabeth. See Elder and Younger Testaments for details.) After two years of faithful P.G. participation, that “no obligation” second Saturday each month seems almost sinful.
The Docs recommend patience. Drop by Elsie’s for a game of pool. Wear your name tag. Get together with your P.G. friends. At Giovanni’s on third Thursdays, or the Book Club every two months. Or what about the monthly walks? Or the February event, “Preparing for Disaster 101?” That should be fun! Or, says Dr. Brown, head of Viva Village Finance Committee, “Write a check, $1000 or less, to Villages NW with the notation “fbo Viva Village.” (fbo = for the benefit of)
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