Legacy Health

There’s something special about the places that become part of your routine. For some in Northeast Portland, Green Bridge Coffee is one of those places. This neighborhood coffee shop has become a familiar stop for many who live and work nearby. We visited Green Bridge Coffee to hear from owner Joel Stenberg about what it means to live and work in Northeast Portland, and why being near Legacy Emanuel Medical Center matters. At Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, being part of this neighborhood means caring for many of the same people who rely on places like Green Bridge every day. Watch the full video on our website: https://bit.ly/4sne6MC #HereForOurNeighborhoods #HereForGood

We had an incredible evening of generosity, community and support at Salmon Creek Cares 2026. Thank you to all of our guests, sponsors, presenters, partners, and generous donors for making the night such a tremendous success! Our deepest appreciation to special guests Amy, Neal and Ivy for sharing their heartwarming story and to the Hatton family for their inspiring matching gift during the special appeal. Together, we raised nearly $270,000 in support of Salmon Creek Medical Center's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Family Birth Center! Thank you for making it such a special night. Columbia Credit Union Pediatrix Medical Group Columbia Bank Fibre Federal Credit Union Holman Lease Crutcher Lewis Perkins&Will Swinerton Vancouver Clinic ZGF Architects The Columbian Willamette Valley Vineyards

Every day, we hear from patients about their experience at Legacy Health. And more often than not, they talk about their nurse. As we celebrate National Nurses Week (May 6–12), we’re taking a moment to recognize the nurses who make a difference through their care, expertise and dedication to the communities they serve. At Legacy Health, we’re grateful for the role our nurses play, not just in clinical care, but in the trust they build and the relationships they form every day. If a nurse has made a difference in your experience, whether as a patient, colleague or partner, we invite you to share your appreciation. If someone comes to mind, you can share your message using the link: https://bit.ly/4tdfOzV

We are pleased to announce that Legacy and Regence have reached agreement on a new contract. This means all Legacy providers and facilities will remain in-network for Regence and other BlueCross BlueShield members.   We recognize the stress and uncertainty many of our patients experienced during the negotiation process. We are truly thankful that we can continue to be here to serve our patients when they need us.  Learn more : https://bit.ly/4m6T8zy

An accident left pediatric patient Chal with burns across his torso and arms. His injuries were so severe, he told his parents he thought he wasn’t going to make it. The care team at Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center assured the family that, no matter how bad things seemed, Chal would be okay. He spent two months in the pediatric intensive care unit, undergoing multiple surgeries, skin grafts and rehabilitation as he worked toward healing. This June, care for patients like Chal will continue to grow. The new Legacy Oregon Burn Center on the Legacy Emanuel Medical Center campus will open, expanding its life-saving partnership with Randall Children’s. The center will feature a new pediatric play area and a rooftop healing garden designed to support recovery and bring comfort to young patients and their families. This kind of care doesn’t happen alone. Donor support helps ensure these programs, spaces, and services are here when they’re needed most. Watch Chal’s journey and the care that made it possible.

We continue to negotiate with Regence on a contract that will help maintain access to high-quality care for Oregon and SW Washington. Learn the latest here: https://bit.ly/4eOKaVY

When we talk about health, we can’t forget the role that food plays. At Legacy Health, our Food Support Program was shaped by what we heard directly from patients, including the barriers some face when trying to access traditional food resources. So we created another way. Today, we pack and distribute thousands of food bags each year, working to help remove barriers and meet a basic need that shapes overall health. Food insecurity can affect anyone, and addressing it is part of what meaningful care looks like. #Hereforgood

Gresham firefighter Spencer Tejeda spent four months in the Legacy Oregon Burn Center after suffering burns on 45% of his body while responding to a residential fire. Today, he’s back home with his wife and two boys—stronger, healing, and grateful. “The Oregon Burn Center saved my life,” Spencer shared. “Traumatic experiences, as dark as they may seem, there’s light. They hold that light and help you find yours again. Mine was pretty dim, but every single person brought me out of there.” This June, the Legacy Oregon Burn Center will continue delivering world-class care to patients like Spencer when a new, expanded burn center opens on the Legacy Emanuel Medical Center campus. Watch Spencer’s journey and see the impact of the care provided at the Oregon Burn Center: https://bit.ly/488QiEC

Support newborn care in our community at Salmon Creek Cares on May 7. This annual event supports the continued growth of specialized newborn care at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, where teams can now care for infants born as early as 23 weeks. As the Southwest Washington community grows, so does the need for specialized newborn care. Salmon Creek Cares helps meet that need by supporting the teams and resources required to care for newborns and their families. Event details: 🗓 May 7 ⏰ 6:00–9:00 p.m. 📍 AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront Register to attend and support this work: https://bit.ly/48cxbcE