Market Research Report: Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

Company Overview

Name and Mission

Name: Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU)

Mission: OHSU is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation, and leadership in health care, education, and research.

Founding

Founded by: No information is available.

Year Founded: No information is available.

Key People

Leadership: No specific names were provided except for notable researchers like Dr. Ramon Barajas and Dr. Haijiao Zhang.

Headquarters

Location: Portland, Oregon

Number of Employees

Employees: 21,300

Revenue

Annual Operating Budget: $4.27 billion

Reputation

Known for: Being Oregon’s only public academic health center and a national research hub, advancing science, providing innovative healthcare, and training healthcare professionals.

Products and Services

Health Care Services

Hospitals:

OHSU Hospital

Doernbecher Children's Hospital

Hillsboro Medical Center

Adventist Health Portland

Various clinics across Oregon

Education

Schools and Colleges:

School of Medicine

School of Nursing

School of Dentistry

School of Public Health

College of Pharmacy

Research

Centers and Institutes:

Knight Cancer Research Building

Oregon National Primate Research Center

Vaccine and Gene Therapy Institute

Recent Developments

Research and Pathology

CRISPR Gene-Editing Trials: Conducting trials to treat deadly heart conditions.

Cancer Research Funding: Received Cancer Moonshot Scholars Award to further brain and blood cancer research.

New Research Discoveries: Found new cause for Alzheimer's, potential HIV cure, and natural compounds stopping MS progression.

Advancement in Health Systems

Pediatric Care Study: Study suggesting better emergency room readiness could save over 2,100 children's lives annually.

Hearing Loss and Parkinson's Link: Studies showing potential reduction in Parkinson's risk through prompt use of hearing aids.

Education and Community Initiatives

Northern Marianas Partnership: Supports students from Northern Marianas Islands for research experience and career paths in STEM.

Philanthropy

Donation: A $1 million donation will help address local cancer needs throughout Oregon.

Conclusion

OHSU is a multifaceted university with robust engagement in healthcare, research, and community development. It remains focused on expanding its innovative capabilities and outreach programs to improve health outcomes and educational standards across Oregon and beyond.