Summer temperatures are heating up to dangerous levels in Oregon and Southwest Washington this week. Get tips to beat the heat and stay safe. https://lnkd.in/gjpx-c2D
Kaiser Permanente Northwest
Hospitals and Health Care
Portland, Oregon 15,188 followers
Care and coverage together to help Oregon and Southwest Washington thrive.
About us
Kaiser Permanente is committed to helping shape the future of health care. We are recognized as one of the leading health care providers and nonprofit health plans in the United States. Founded in 1945, our mission is to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve. We currently serve 11.8 million members in eight states and the District of Columbia, including more than 600,000 medical and 270,000 dental members in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Care for members and patients is focused on their total health and guided by their personal physicians, specialists and team of caregivers. Kaiser Permanente is dedicated to care innovations, clinical research, health education and the support of community health. *Disclaimer: Please do not include any medical, personal or confidential information in your comments. Comments are encouraged; however, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to moderate comments on this page as necessary to prevent medical, personal and confidential information from being posted on this site. In addition, Kaiser Permanente will remove all spam, personal attacks, profanity, and off-topic commentary. Comments containing advertisements about goods or services or announcements about news or events that are not related to Kaiser Permanente will be removed. Please note that your communications with Kaiser Permanente through this page are informal and are not part of Kaiser Permanente’s formal grievance process for members. To get information about the member grievance process or to submit a grievance, go to http://k-p.li/2aToRTn
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http://www.kp.org
External link for Kaiser Permanente Northwest
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Portland, Oregon
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1945
Locations
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Primary
500 NE Multnomah St.
Portland, Oregon 97232, US
Employees at Kaiser Permanente Northwest
Updates
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Our weekend was filled with healthy fun at the Kaiser Permanente Northwest Wild Wellness Walk Sticker Hunt during the Oregon Zoo's Member Appreciation Night. Participants explored four sticker hunt routes throughout the zoo, earning stickers and enjoying frozen treats from our Treat Trike at the finish line. We are proud to partner with the Oregon Zoo this summer to help our community “Discover a healthier you at the zoo.” See you there!
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When Maura Craig from Oregon was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer, her Kaiser Permanente Northwest care team’s collaborative approach allowed her to choose the treatment path that was best for her. “Everyone — from the medical to administrative staff — was positive and kind. I felt that they were committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for every patient.” https://lnkd.in/gknN_z2G
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Last Saturday, a team of KP Dental dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and aides partnered with the Beaverton Resource Center to perform 46 free dental exams at our Tanasbourne Dental Office in Oregon. Thank you to our incredible dental team for delivering over $24,000 worth of essential health care services to community members in need.
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As the PNW days become longer — and brighter — it’s more important than ever to protect your eyes from the sun”s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Sunglasses with polarized lenses can be the key to healthier long-term vision for adults and kids. Today, on #nationalsunglassesday, learn more about the importance of protecting your eyes during any kind of weather. https://lnkd.in/ghq3JhF5
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On Sunday, our Kaiser Permanente Northwest cancer care teams, family, and friends joined the ZERO Prostate Cancer Run/Walk in Portland to share support for hope and health. We were proud to be a sponsor of this important event to inspire bold action for education, research, and recovery. #MensHealthMonth #ProstateCancer
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In honor of #Juneteenth, Kaiser Permanente Northwest’s Black@KP Professional Association and our senior leadership team hosted events at our hospitals and medical office buildings to honor and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of our Black communities. A special treat — Joe Brown’s Carmel Corn from a Black-owned business that has been popping in Portland since 1932.
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This weekend, to celebrate the history of our Black communities, Kaiser Permanente Northwest employees joined the #Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival. As a sponsor of the event, we also provided free dental exams with our Medical Teams International partners, and shared flower pots and healthy veggie starts during the festival.
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Cheers to another successful Portland Sunday Parkways event yesterday in the Northeast Cully neighborhood! We are proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of this rolling party that celebrates active living, community, and our neighborhood greenways. Mark your calendar for our final event on September 22 in Southwest Portland! Learn more at kp.org/sundayparkways.
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