Providence inScope
Clinical insights from Providence Health & Services
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Providence’s two large Portland-area campuses expand emergency care
Providence Portland Medical Center announced it will expand its emergency department to meet the growing demands of our community.
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Rectal cancer patients have better treatment options following new study
Results of a trial offered at Providence suggest some patients with rectal cancer may be treated successfully with only chemotherapy and surgery – and no radiation.
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Providence Senior Health offers free fall prevention events in September
“From Awareness to Action” is the theme of the 2023 National Council on Aging’s Fall Prevention Awareness Week, recognized Sept. 17-23.
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New bariatric webinar walks patients through the process of their weight loss journey
For people considering bariatric surgery as part of their journey toward better health, Providence Center for Weight Management now offers a new five-part webinar to help them understand our program.
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Specialized injections can help improve athletic performance, reduce pain
Whether your patients are just starting a fitness routine, are competing at a high level or want to remain healthy and active, pain can be a common side effect.
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Noteworthy - July/August 2023
Get the latest news briefs on a new Magnet designation, Providence Bridge Pedal, cardio-oncology recognition, new cancer providers and more.
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TMS and esketamine: high efficacy for patients with treatment resistant depression
Providence Oregon now offers two types of innovative treatments for adults with treatment-resistant major depression.
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Membership in Project GENIE spotlights Providence’s innovative genomics program
As part of an international consortium of cancer centers, Providence Cancer Institute is contributing to large clinical and genomic datasets that will accelerate cancer research.
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Provider burnout declines steeply with ‘wellness warriors,’ other interventions
Thanks to an innovative wellness pilot program, hospitalists at Providence Portland Medical Center experienced a 32% burnout rate compared to the control group’s 56%.
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Q&A outlines cardiac implications of COVID-19
During the past three years, we’ve seen many manifestations and complications related to COVID-19.
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Noteworthy - April 2023
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Brain conditions, experts added to Providence Second Opinion Program
Providence Brain and Spine Institute’s Second Opinion Program recently added two brain conditions – aneurysms and moyamoya disease.
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New thoracic surgeon scientist provides translational research and robotic surgery
David J. Chen, M.D., recently joined Providence Cancer Institute and brings his robotic-assisted surgical skills and experience in translational research.
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New ED at Providence St. Vincent to add beds, specialized care areas and more
After three years of planning, Providence St. Vincent Medical Center is transforming our 30-year-old emergency department to better meet the needs of our growing community.
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Noteworthy - February 2023
Providence St. Vincent among top 50 hospitals in U.S., robotic surgery accredited in southern Oregon, grant supports customized cancer care, and heart institute adds Latinx programs.
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InScope – December 2022: Letter from physician leaders
As we approach the end of 2022, please know how much we value and appreciate the care and compassion you provide every day to your patients
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Noteworthy - December 2022
Read about a Providence scientist’s public service award, a Providence Medical Group clinic that supports patients with food insecurity, “healing Hillary’s heart” and more.
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New radiation technology for cancer patients requires only five treatments
Providence Cancer Institute now can treat cancer patients with new radiotherapy technology that delivers more targeted and higher doses in five treatment sessions.
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Not your mother’s bunion surgery: New minimally invasive procedure brings better outcomes, faster recovery
Patients with some types of debilitating foot issues – primarily bunions and hammer toes – may benefit from innovations in minimally-invasive procedures that can result in better outcomes.
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TeamBirth part of national initiative to reduce maternal, infant mortality
Providence Portland and Providence St. Vincent medical centers have adopted the TeamBirth program, with more Providence hospitals to follow.
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