OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital

11/21/2025

When Hailey was pregnant with Juniper, everything seemed routine — a healthy pregnancy, a happy baby, a bright future ahead. But a few months after birth, Juniper began showing strange movements that worried her parents. After seeing a video of a child doing similar movements online, they took her to the hospital. With experts at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Doernbecher — they learned their baby girl had been having hundreds of seizures, quietly stealing moments from her development.

​Ever after countless medicines, diets, steroids, tests, trials and even brain surgery to treat her epilepsy, there’s no cure yet for Juniper’s rare condition. But thanks to the relentless care of OHSU Doernbecher neurologist Dr. Bushlin — and the unwavering love of her family — Juniper continues to smile, play, and bring light to everyone she meets. Through her story, she's also help educate lots of other children and their families about her condition via social media (📲 IG: ) and including two books written by Hailey.

Juniper's journey reminds us that sometimes, strength and happiness look different — and that every story, in its own way, can be beautiful. Watch full video and learn more: https://bit.ly/4oHcXhn

11/19/2025

Once again, we joined forces with the and children’s hospitals nationwide to recognize National Injury Prevention Day.

Since launching in 2020, has continued to spotlight a critical public health issue: the burden of preventable injuries among children and teens — and the urgent need for change.

Preventable injuries remain the leading cause of death for young people in the United States. Every day, thousands of families are affected by life-altering injuries caused by motor vehicle crashes, drownings, falls, poisoning, unsafe sleep environments and more. But with awareness, education and action, many of these tragedies can be prevented.

All week we light green for awareness, as our teams work to provide free home safety kits and car seat training to the community. Find more information at the Tom Sargent Safety Resource Center right here in the hospital when you walk in our front doors. 💚

11/14/2025

BIG THANK YOU to Portland Trail Blazers Shaedon Sharpe ✨🏀🥇 for visiting and making unforgettable memories with our patients! 📸 ❤️

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals

11/14/2025

11/12/2025

When Oregon Football faced off against Hawkeye Football, they joined one of college football’s most touching traditions — waving to the young patients at University of Iowa Health Care Stead Family Children's Hospital. 👋 🏈 🏩 This time, they made it extra special by inviting Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Doernbecher patients to take part, too. 💙

One of those patients was Oli — a proud Ducks fan whose love for the team even inspired elements of his new shoe design. In a full-circle moment, University of Oregon Football Coach Dan Lanning wore Oli’s design during Saturday’s game. 👟

Oli’s journey has been one of courage and resilience. First diagnosed with cancer in kindergarten, he underwent five rounds of chemotherapy and spent countless days in the hospital. When his cancer relapsed in 2024, Oli received a bone marrow transplant — a life-saving procedure that gave him a “second birthday” to celebrate every August. 🎂

For Oli, designing a Nike shoe was a dream come true — but what means most to him is knowing it will help others. “The fact that it will help save other kids’ lives makes me happy,” he said. “Really happy.”

Thank you to Scott Anderson and entire UO Football team for their video storytelling.

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OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

11/11/2025

When Ricki went in for a routine checkup at 34 weeks, doctors discovered her baby had fetal growth restriction. Two weeks later, during a follow-up ultrasound, her baby’s oxygen levels began to drop.

“A nurse put her hand on my knee and said, ‘You’re going to have a baby today,’” Ricki recalled.

At just 4 pounds, 3 ounces, Zack was delivered via cesarean section and quickly transferred to our NICU. Over 12 days, he grew stronger — learning to breathe on his own, regulate his temperature, and gain weight. Today, the family is thriving and deeply grateful for the care that helped bring Zack home. 💙

It’s Prematurity Awareness Month, and we’re honoring the incredible families and care teams of our NICU. Together, let’s help every family experience full-term pregnancies and healthy beginnings.

🔗 Read their story: https://bit.ly/4qDvxbw

11/08/2025

Go Ducks! 💚💛 & help spread the cheer for patients this holiday season 🎁: https://www.ohsu.edu/doernbecher/wish-list

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Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)
University of Oregon
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute

11/07/2025

We met some cute babies from Sandy Creek Bernedoodles at OHSU Doernbecher! These little balls of fluff brought smiles to patients and Hospital Facility Dog Casey really liked them too! 🌸🦮💕🏩

11/06/2025

We’re honored that the Portland Business Journal has recognized the enduring partnership between Nike and Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Doernbecher with its inaugural Corporate Philanthropy Milestone Award. 🎉

This recognition celebrates more than two decades of — raising over $40.5 million for our patients — in a collaboration that that’s brought hope, joy and healing to young patients, their families, and our entire community.

“The philanthropic support of this program makes an incredible difference for Doernbecher,” said OHSU Foundation President Kate Azizi. “From patient care to groundbreaking research and education, its impact is profound.”

Learn more: https://bit.ly/47O2dqk 💙 [First image via PBJ]

10/31/2025

the littlest pumpkins on Halloween from our NICU. 🧡