Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

04/03/2026

This week, leaders from across our organizations and the state — along with staff, supporters, patients, and care teams — came together to mark a milestone for the future of cancer care.

Vista Pavilion, a new 14‑story building that adds 128 beds, was designed with patients and families at the heart of every decision. This space paired with the latest technology and innovative treatments — expands access to complex specialty care close to home and creates a transformative place of healing for cancer patients in Oregon and across the country.

“This is going to be a resource that benefits generations of Oregonians,” said Dr. Shereef Elnahal, OHSU President.

With thoughtfully designed patient rooms, respite spaces, advanced imaging, interventional radiology, and on‑site clinical trials, Vista Pavilion represents a major step forward in compassionate, comprehensive cancer care. It also frees up capacity across our hospital, improving access for cardiovascular, neurological, and other critical services.

Together, we’re celebrating not just a building, but a commitment to world‑class care, an elevated patient experience, and unwavering support for every person who walks through these doors.

“What I hope for our patients when they walk through these doors is a sense of hope and also a sense that our team has them — every step of the way on their journey through cancer,” said Dr. Brian Druker, CEO of the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute.

04/03/2026

03/31/2026

A new era of cancer care is here.

With the opening of the Vista Pavilion, Oregon Health & Science University is transforming how patients across Oregon and the region access life-saving treatment. This 14-story, state-of-the-art facility expands capacity, adds 128 specialized inpatient beds, and creates space for more patients to receive the most advanced cancer therapies available.

But it’s more than a building — it’s a commitment to innovation, equity and access. By bringing cutting-edge care together in one place, Vista Pavilion helps ensure more patients can get the right care, at the right time, closer to home.

Stay tuned to learn what the future of cancer care looks like: https://bit.ly/4sDbdHU

OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

03/30/2026

On this , we offer our gratitude to the remarkable health care providers at OHSU, whose dedication and expertise have improved countless lives.

Dr. Farahnaz Joarder has been seeing Lynn Kauffman to help her manage her type 1 diabetes care for nearly two decades.

The two have a strong working relationship that has developed into a friendship, with their check-ins at the OHSU Harold Schnitzer Diabetes Health Center serving as the cornerstone for their connection.

03/24/2026

Even brief drops in oxygen may have lasting consequences for preterm infants. Oregon Health & Science University researchers found that mild, temporary hypoxia — something many babies born prematurely experience in the NICU — can significantly impact brain development, with potential effects on memory and learning lasting into adolescence and adulthood.

Published in the Journal of Neuroscience, this is the first study to examine how even mild, intermittent oxygen loss affects the developing brain — shifting what we thought we knew. Understanding these early moments could change how we care for our most vulnerable patients. Read more: https://bit.ly/47LX9U4

03/23/2026

Losing health insurance can quickly worsen health for people with diabetes as patients struggle to control the disease after coverage is interrupted, according to new research from OHSU.

The study found increases in insulin use and other high-intensity diabetes treatments among patients who lost insurance.

Low-income patients face higher risks; findings raise concerns as widespread loss of Medicaid, rising insurance premiums loom.

03/20/2026

It’s a MATCH!🤝 Today we celebrated Match Day 2026 with our incredible OHSU School of Medicine students, faculty, family and friends.❤️

Your dedication and determination brought you here, and we’re so proud of everything you’ve accomplished. Wishing you lots of success and happiness as you start your residency journey!🗺️

Congratulations to everyone! 👏

03/19/2026

Every $1 spent by poison centers on services generates an estimated $16.77 in benefits, due to fewer emergency room and clinical visits, shorter hospital stays, and reduced medical transportation costs.

National Poison Prevention Week highlights national, statewide impact; encourages communities to utilize free, life-saving services.

03/15/2026

March 15-21, 2026 is National Poison Prevention Week. Poisoning can happen to anyone of any age. That’s why you can call the Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) to connect with your local poison center. When the unexpected happens, Poison Help is here for you.

Oregon Poison Center

03/13/2026

“Primary care is the front door to the health care system, connecting patients to chronic disease management, preventative health and long-term coordinated care to avoid costly hospitalizations and emergency room visits. Yet one in five Americans report no usual source of care. When access is limited, conditions go unmanaged, diagnoses are delayed, and emergency departments become a default solution."

In Portland, primary care wait times are measured in months, if they can get an appointment at all.

Secret shopper-style survey of four cities finds barely one-third of the Portland clinics accept new Medicare patients.