Over-the-counter pill boosts access to contraception, OHSU study finds
Nationwide study documents 31% percentage point increase in people shifting from no birth control to the over-the-counter oral contraceptive.
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Pacific Northwest Kidney ‘Paired’ Exchange Program performs its first three-way kidney transplant
April 27, 2015
Swedish and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) today announced the Pacific Northwest Regional Kidney Paired Exchange Program’s first three-way kidney transplant, which saved the lives of three patients.
Physician leader, known for breakthrough in how cancer cells spread, joins OHSU Knight Cancer Institute
February 18, 2015
Raymond Bergan, M.D. — an internationally regarded cancer specialist known for leading breakthrough studies on how cancer cells spread and preventive treatments for high risk patients — has joined Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) as head of Hematology & Medical Oncology in the School of Medicine and associate director of medical oncology for the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.
Knight Cardiovascular Institute first in Pacific Northwest to receive Heart Failure Certification
February 04, 2015
The OHSU Knight Cardiovascular Institute today announced that, just in time for American Heart Month, it’s heart failure program has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification in Heart Failure.
OHSU Knight Cardiovascular Institute, Edwards Lifesciences launch knowledge exchange between engineers and cardiologists
January 08, 2015
The OHSU Knight Cardiovascular Institute and Edwards Lifesciences, the global leader in the science of heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring, today announced the launch of the Starr Educational Training Program, a technical training program that provides medical device engineers at Edwards with in-person clinical experiences, as well as a forum for cardiologists and engineers to discuss patient selection, obstacles and approaches to procedures.
Holiday safety tips from OHSU Doernbecher and the Oregon Poison Center
November 25, 2014
Holiday celebrations are coming up, with children home from school and visiting family and friends. During the excitement, remember to keep your family safe from holiday-specific risks. The Tom Sargent Children's Safety Center at Oregon Health & ...
The Ford Family Foundation awards $5 million grant to advance the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute’s outreach to rural Oregonians
November 05, 2014
The Ford Family Foundation has made a significant grant — $5 million — to the Knight Cancer Institute at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) to expand delivery of prevention and care expertise to rural Oregonians. The grant will also contribute ...
BDMS and OHSU collaborate to improve human health in Southeast Asia
October 28, 2014
Bangkok Dusit Medical Services is teaming with Oregon Health & Science University, Portland, Oregon, U.S.A., to improve health in both countries through shared knowledge and skills, and the creation of centers of excellence focused on key challenges. ...
Oregon Health Plan members get more access to health care providers; providers get help paying off student loans
August 21, 2014
As more people in Oregon gain access to health care services, the state is working to increase the number of qualified primary care providers in underserved communities. The Medicaid Loan Repayment Program is offering health professional loan ...
Oregon Office of Rural Health announces Critical Access Hospital, Rural Health Clinic grants
August 04, 2014
The Oregon Office of Rural Health at Oregon Health & Science University has awarded $78,000 in grants to four Critical Access Hospital communities and $99,000 in grants to 15 rural clinics across Oregon. Critical Access Hospital grants, awarded under ...
U.S. News ranks OHSU Hospital No. 1 in Oregon; five specialties are nationally ranked
July 15, 2014
Oregon Health & Science University Hospital is the No. 1 hospital in Oregon, according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals 2014-15, and ranks among the best in the nation in five specialties: 33rd in Cancer 44th in Diabetes and Endocrinology ...