In this second installment, Marie Chisholm-Burns, provost and executive vice president, and Ariana Sattler, all-hill student council president and Ph.D. candidate in Biomedical Sciences, speak to Kelsey Huwaldt about what inspires them, our purpose and our future. Guests include: Dr. Marie Chisholm-Burns, provost and executive vice president Ariana…

Marie Chisholm-Burns, provost and executive vice president, and Ariana Sattler, all-hill student council president and Ph.D. candidate in Biomedical Sciences, speak to Kelsey Huwaldt about their journeys. Listen in to hear their advice to incoming students and what influenced them to come to OHSU. Plus, what motivates them. Guests include: Dr. Mari…

Last fall, OHSU welcomed Human Resources professional Qiana Williams as our new – and first ever – Chief People Officer. In this interview, Qiana talks about her first months on the job, how we can all be better change agents, and what she’s excited for next. You’ll also hear about the women who have influenced her, and the one thing the OHSU inter…

Since Provost and Executive Vice President, Dr. Marie Chisholm-Burns, joined OHSU in July 2022, her focus is on making an impactful difference and promoting Access and Success for our students, patients, faculty, staff and other stakeholders. In this OHSU Week podcast, she shares how she is continuing this work. Her focus is advocating for more inc…

Do you know what an ombuds is? Do you know what an ombuds does?Did you know OHSU has one?Since December 2020, Nic Lendino has been in the role, which they previously described as "offering a safe space for confidential, neutral and informal reception of any OHSU faculty, employee, learner or volunteer with a concern about their experience or role a…

The last two-plus years have been a lot. So much, in fact, that it's hard to answer an innocent question like the one posed in the title in an honest and meaningful way. How do you deal with all of the recent change, stressors and crises - especially at work? With their Wellness Consults for Teams and Leaders service, psychologists Sara Walker and …

The life-saving and world-changing discoveries that take place in laboratories around the globe come with risks. Laboratories may work infectious agents and other biohazardous materials that pose threats to humans, animals and even plant life. At OHSU, a special team is charged with protecting against and responding to safety threats in research en…

OHSU School of Medicine Dean Sharon Anderson stepped down Sept. 30 after four years of service. President Jacobs appointed Dr. David Jacoby, professor and chair of medicine, as interim dean. He started his career at OHSU in 2003 as chief of pulmonary and critical care.Guests include: David Jacoby, M.D.Interim Dean, OHSU School of Medicine…

Serilda Summers-McGee, principal and CEO of Workplace Change, stepped into the role of interim Vice President of Human Resources at OHSU on July 1st. Serilda shares her background, first impression and her strategies to make meaningful change. Guests include:Serilda Summers-McGee Interim Vice President Human Resources, OHSUPrincipal and CEO of Work…

Content warning: In support of trauma-informed communications, please be aware that this message contains topics that may be activating for survivors of violence. OHSU takes seriously our responsibility to keep employees and patients safe. When employees are safe, their ability to flourish and contribute to a safe working environment increases. Unf…

Veggies Rx is a program that seeks to curb food insecurity and give people the nutritional and educational resources to implement health lifestyle change. A recent study of 399 participants across Oregon gives data to its effectiveness. Correction: The OSU extension program took place in Pendleton and Hermiston, not Corvallis as mentioned in the po…

National Hospital Week is this week, May 9 through 15th. It’s an opportunity to celebrate hospitals, health systems and health care workers - as they support the needs of their communities. Last week, OHSU week featured conversations with employees who work in Mission Control and Hospital Transportation at OHSU. This week, we hear from our patients…

National Hospital Week is May 9-15. As a preview, we visit today with OHSU employees who work in Mission Control and hospital transportation – two essential but lesser seen parts of a well-run hospital. Listen to our guests tell the story of how they contribute to our patient care mission, plus hear them describe the unique sounds that are a part o…

Environmental Health and Safety supports and promotes a safe work environment. Each year, EHS partners with Oregon OSHA to host Safety Break. An event designed to explore safety tips and resources available at OHSU.Guests include: Debra BrickeyResearch Safety ManagerJason RighterEnvironmental Protection ManagerAaron ToddWorkplace Safety ManagerWend…

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness month. A month to highlight the importance of including people with developmental disabilities in all areas of community life. A policy change at the state level, senate bill 1606, guarantees Oregonians with disabilities access to people they trust to provide supports when they are in the hospital.Guest…

The Confidential Advocacy program provides confidential support services to OHSU members who have experienced any form of sexual misconduct — regardless of when or where it took place. CAP also provides education and training resources, self-care tools such as trauma-informed yoga and art therapy, and a community for survivors.Guests include: Steph…

Each fall, OHSU employees have the opportunity to review the employee benefits they’re enrolled in, make changes, opt out or re-enroll in flexible spending accounts. Get the scoop on this year’s Open Enrollment, including the new voluntary plans available in 2021. Guests include: Dominica Thompson, interim benefits supervisor…

Life can be an emotional rollercoaster. Juggling work, family responsibilities and personal lives can be taxing. Add in a global pandemic, wildfires and poor air quality to the mix — 2020 has been a difficult year for everyone’s wellbeing.Guests include:Sydney Ey – Professor, Psychiatry, Associate Director, Resident and Faculty Wellness, Core Lead,…

Last year, more than seven hundred thousand people were hospitalized and over sixty thousand people died from influenza in the United States. Protect yourself and those around you by getting vaccinated. It’s even more important this year with COVID-19 and influenza circulating at the same time.Guests include: Dawn Nolt – Pediatric Medical Director,…

#BlackInNeuro was a virtual conference dedicated to the success and support of all Black individuals in neuroscience-related fields. Organized in three weeks, the event united a new community of more than 300 people spanning multiple countries, career stages and research interests. Guests include: Andre Walcott, Ph.D. Scientific Program Management …

The Rose, OHSU’s Employee Recognition Program, has supported members since 1992. If you’ve experienced one of those magical moments when someone makes your day – by treating you like family, looking out for your well-being, or making that extra effort to transforms a small act into a big difference – you know the type of people who are nominated fo…

Since 1981, the OHSU Nurse-Midwifery Faculty Practice has been offering a wide variety of professional career pathways for students. Beyond pregnancy and childbirth care, Nurse-Midwives provide primary care, well-woman gynecology, family planning, fertility, and newborn care during the first 28 days of life.Guests include: Julia Vance – Assistant P…

OHSU Health is responding to Oregon Governor Kate Brown’s order allowing non-urgent surgeries and procedures to resume. Because COVID-19 is not behind us, this can only happen with careful planning and precautions for continued safety. Learn about the phased plan for OHSU Health.Guests include: John Hunter, M.D., FACS, chief executive officer, OHSU…

The benefits of expanding oncology radiation services to other communities in Oregon are plenty. Throughout Oregon, the goal is to improve access to quality healthcare by increasing our partnerships among the communities.Guests include: Charles Thomas, Jr., M.D. chair, radiation medicine and professor of radiation medicine, OHSU. Pehr Hartvingson, …

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For the past 12 years, OHSU students from all across the institution team up for the Health Care Equity Fair, a one-day event to provide important services to people from underserved communities. Hear from one of the co-organizers, who is a second year medical student, about how the event is part of bigger efforts to end health disparities and the …

CMS, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, requires that hospitals meet specific certification requirements for many of the programs they provide. Achieving certification demonstrates that the hospital meets or exceeds the appropriate standards of clinical readiness, patient safety and patient care. Recently, two teams from OHSU worked clo…

Beginning January 1, OHSU Health will begin operating a new Integrated Delivery System as part of its participation in Health Share of Oregon and the CCO 2.0. CCOs are coordinated care organizations which serve Oregon’s Medicaid population. Learn what this means for OHSU and for patients.Guests include: Katrina McPherson, M.D., chief medical office…

OHSU recently won an award for sustainability. Kelsey Huwaldt sits down with members of the OR to discuss what efforts went into receiving this award. Guests include: Patty Kimbro – Nurse ManagerDan Nehls – Sustainable Operations ManagerJessica Watson – Registered NurseAlex Farnham – Surgical Services Technician…

34.9% of Oregonians live in rural and frontier communities where there is limited access to healthcare and providers. The Office of Rural Health at OHSU works to support Oregon's rural health clinics and critical access hospitals to strengthen the rural healthcare delivery system through a variety of services. Guests include:Robert Duehmig - Interi…

The Daily Management System is a core component of the OHSU Performance Excellence System (OPEx) and an important part of a successful lean organization. A recent restructure of the training session creates a more hands-on approach to improvements – getting teams ready for their day. Guests include: Alphonse Nwerem - Performance Improvement Consult…

House bill 2220 passed this spring, allowing dentists to provide vaccinations to their patients. The law takes effect, Jan. 2020. The OHSU School of Dentistry has launched the program along with a new vaccination training program for dental school students.Guests include: Phillip Marucha – Dean, School of Dentistry…

“Health literacy” describes a person’s ability to understand and process health information — and it’s deeply affected by the complexity of the message, the physical and emotional state of the listener, and much more. OHSU’s Creative Director Megan Pugmire and Family Medicine Physician Cliff Coleman are both deeply involved in work that’s focused o…

Employee benefits are one of the most important aspects of a person’s employment, and are often a factor in the decision to join or stay with an organization. OHSU will hold its annual Open Enrollment beginning October 21st, when employees have the chance to choose a benefits package that best meets their needs. Guests include: Andrea CahoeSupervis…

On Sunday, Oct. 27, OHSU, Portland Fire and Rescue, American Medical Response and Portland Police, will participate in a full-scale active shooter simulation exercise. Practice and preparation for the worst could save lives and improve OHSU’s ability to respond.Tom ForsythTraining Lieutenant, OHSU PoliceHeath KulaChief, OHSU Police, Director, Publi…

Introducing kids to health careers in middle school and high school significantly improves their chances of continuing their education in a health science field. An OHSU program called On Track is working with Oregon middle and high schools to increase the number of students from underrepresented minority backgrounds in the health sciences and in O…

The Oregon Clinical and Translational Research Institute, OCTRI, community research hub is working to improve the health and wellness of all Oregonians. Engaging researchers, community members and organizations together - to support each other in community-based research.Guests include:Jackie Shannon - ProfessorSteven Blakesley – OCTRI, Senior Rese…

The Pacific Northwest Transplant Bank, based at OHSU, is part of a national network that collaborates with hospitals to bring organ and tissue donations to the recipients who need them. Executive Director Mike Seely shared with us some of the meaningful stories that have kept him going over 28 years with OHSU – and how we can register as donors our…

The Spark Health Evaluation program is a starting point for understanding your health and what risk factors you may face. Spark offers anyone who completes a Spark Health Evaluation free enrollment in a Health Enhancement Program. Guests include:Kimberly RegnerProgram TechnicianBeth KemptonSenior Research Associate…

In May, nearly two thirds of OHSU employees shared their voices in the 2019 employee survey. In August, those results were shared with leaders. And by October 31, those leaders will share the department's results with their teams. All of this leads to action planning as a team, which needs to be completed by the end of January.Guests include: Katy …

Investigation and discovery drive OHSU’s research environment — and bringing those discoveries to people who need them. Strengthening that path from the research lab to the clinic is where research meets human health.Guests include:Jonathan Jubera – Project Manager, OCTRIMelissa Mudd – Research Associate, OCTRI…

As health disparities in underserved communities grow, the Youth Engaged in Science, YES! Program, strives to expose underrepresented students to science, scientific research and careers in related fields. The goal is to get kids excited about science through education, mentorship and hands-on experience to end health disparities in underserved com…