Adventist Health Portland

03/28/2026

From the OR to the ski slopes, Dr. Chun brings precision, compassion, and a love of adventure to everything he does. Get to know the colon & re**al surgeon who’s as dedicated to patient care as he is to perfecting his violin skills.

03/27/2026

Many patients worry about colonoscopy prep more than the procedure itself. But good news from James H. Tabibian, MD, PhD, FACP, Interventional Gastroenterology: prep options have come a long way.

From more palatable solutions to tablet-based preps and helpful hacks, patients now have choices to make the process smoother.

A successful prep leads to the best detection. Learn more in this video.

03/27/2026

We are so grateful to Meals on Wheels for their strong partnership and commitment to supporting our patients with medically tailored meals when they are recovering at home. These meals provide more than nutrition. They also represent dependable support and community that provides confidence and peace of mind.

Thank you to KOIN 6 News for shining the spotlight on this amazing community partner.

Meals on Wheels People has launched the Medically Tailored Meals program in partnership with local hospitals in Portland and across Oregon to provide low-sodium, low-fat meals tailored to specific …

03/26/2026

It's a celebration that's a decade in the making! Over the years we've built a community of hope and inspiration in Southeast Portland Join us Friday, Apr. 3, for a special 10th anniversary edition of our First Friday event. Come for dinner and stay for beautiful music and an unforgettable message from artist, author and performance speaker Scott Erickson. Known for work that blends visual art, autobiography and spiritual reflection, Erickson is the author of Honest Advent and Say Yes. His artwork has appeared on CNN, National Geographic and in numerous publications.

Join Adventist Health Portland on April 3 for the 10th anniversary First Friday celebration featuring free dinner, music and guest speaker Scott Erickson.

03/26/2026

Caregiving often means putting everyone else first, but your well being is a vital part of your family’s health story. This month, we’re honoring the generations of women who have carried us forward and acknowledging that taking care of yourself is just as important.

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the caregivers, the multitaskers, and the late night problem solvers while we encourage you to make space for your own health along the way. Learn some simple strategies in our blog:

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities.

03/25/2026

“Interacting with people and becoming someone they can trust their health and concerns with is what I love most,” shares Therease Foley, FNP-C. “Collaboratively, we can make their lives better and healthier.”

Therease is a certified family nurse practitioner providing care for patients across their life span. She offers a wide range of services for all ages, including annual wellness checks for children and adults, treatment for common, minor, acute and chronic illnesses, procedures like skin biopsies and sutures, and treatment for mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.

When not busy caring for patients, Therease enjoys gardening, hiking, biking, reading, cooking, and baking. She treasures time with her four children, six grandchildren, and dog named Luna.

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03/24/2026

Need a champion in your corner? Priscilla Rose, RN, is that person.
She helps patients break through barriers, big or small, so nothing stands between them and the care they need. Tears, calendars, fears, questions… she handles it all with warmth and compassion.
Get to know her in this video.

03/24/2026

The gut and brain are interconnected, meaning an imbalance in one can affect the other. The good news? Treating functional GI disorders may be easier than you expect. Visit ahlink.org/4rgYM40 to learn more.

Advanced medicine and a holistic approach help people find answers to yearslong digestive problems.

03/23/2026

Care begins with connection. By building meaningful relationships with patients and one another, our providers deliver compassionate care that strengthens communities and transforms lives.

As we get ready to celebrate National Doctors’ Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to our doctors and providers for their tireless efforts to inspire health, wholeness and hope. They don’t just add years to our lives — they help us experience our best health so we can embrace what we were made for.

Would you like to send your thanks to an Adventist Health Portland provider who has impacted your life for the better? Share a note using this form, and we’ll pass it on to them for National Doctors’ Day, celebrated each year on March 30. AdventistHealth.org/DoctorsDay

03/20/2026

Many think chaplains represent one faith or one role. In reality, they create space for meaning, identity, and hope—no matter your beliefs.

One of our Chaplains recently shared how they partner with patients, families, and community faith leaders to honor what matters most.

Chaplain Mitchell shares how spiritual care in the hospital supports emotional healing, cultural respect and whole-person care beyond prayer alone.

03/20/2026

“Colore**al cancer is common and preventable,” says James H. Tabibian, MD, PhD, FACP, Interventional Gastroenterology. “Most adults at average risk should begin screening at age 45, but those with higher risk factors, such as inflammatory bowel disease, family history, or certain genetic syndromes, may need to start earlier.”

Colonoscopy is the gold standard, but screening should be personalized.
Timely screening saves lives. Visit AdventistHealth.org/ColonScreening and talk with a healthcare professional to learn more about what’s right for you.

03/18/2026

Step inside our cardiac catheterization lab and learn how the right people and technology come together to provide care at lifesaving speeds.

Learn how the cath lab at Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center helps doctors diagnose and treat heart problems quickly using advanced technology and life-saving procedures. Discover why cath labs are essential in treating heart attacks and other cardiac conditions.