Primary care clinics need better resources to treat addiction
December 05, 2017
OHSU internist says treatment of substance use disorder often falls to primary care physicians, who lack resources and support.
Author: Erik Robinson
Researchers identify information gaps about opioid antidote naloxone
November 27, 2017
Researchers say more data is needed to understand the best way to administer the drug for optimum effectiveness.
Preserving memories to maintain cognitive health
November 22, 2017
A unique OHSU program strives to forestall memory loss through walking and reminiscing in north and northeast Portland.
A story of Hope
November 21, 2017
Spinal surgery clears way for life-saving liver transplant for OHSU patient.
OHSU illuminates opioid epidemic
November 13, 2017
A panel of experts highlight the need to reduce stigma and enhance treatment for opioid addiction.
Discovery could lead to new treatment for anxiety, addiction
November 09, 2017
Research identified a specific network in the brain closely tied to risk assessment.
Should patients be asleep or awake during brain surgery?
November 01, 2017
OHSU study indicates clinical outcomes for deep brain stimulation while patients are asleep are on par or better than surgery while awake.
Stroke survivor: ‘The scariest feeling I ever had in my life’
October 27, 2017
Recognizing the signs of a stroke early can make the difference between life and death for stroke victims.
Direct reminder reduces missed appointments, study shows
October 04, 2017
A new study reveals that directly connecting with patients by phone makes a major difference in reducing the number of no-shows.
Simulator provides real experience for brain surgeons in training
October 04, 2017
A brain surgery simulator developed at OHSU allows doctors to gain experience without risking the lives of patients.
