Legacy Health

06/03/2026

The new Legacy Oregon Burn Center has officially opened its doors at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, marking an exciting milestone for our region.

To celebrate the occasion, we welcomed staff, current and former patients, community members, donors and partners to tour the new facility and see firsthand how this space was designed to support healing, recovery and specialized burn care.

For more than 50 years, the Oregon Burn Center has provided lifesaving care across Oregon, Southwest Washington and the Pacific Northwest. This new facility represents a significant investment in the future of specialized burn care, made possible in part through more than $2 million in philanthropic support from our community.

The new 33,000-square-foot facility builds on that legacy with 16 adaptable patient suites, advanced treatment spaces, a rooftop healing garden and dedicated areas for pediatric patients and families.

We thank everyone who celebrated this important milestone with us and everyone whose support brought this vision to life.

Together, we're ensuring specialized burn care remains accessible in our region.

05/27/2026

Stroke symptoms can happen quickly and knowing what to look for can make a meaningful difference.

During Stroke Awareness Month, Legacy Health’s stroke program manager, Adrienne Duke, is sharing what people should know about stroke risk factors, warning signs, and why rapid action, including calling 911, can significantly impact outcomes.

Remember BE FAST:

🧠 Balance changes
👁️ Sudden vision changes
🙂 Face drooping
💪 Arm weakness
🗣️ Speech changes
⏱️ Time to call 911

Read Adrienne’s insights to learn more: https://bit.ly/4uotREk

05/19/2026

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
Columbia Bank
Clearview Financial Partners: Northwestern Mutual
Fibre Federal Credit Union
Holman HQ
Lease Crutcher Lewis
Perkins&Will
Swinerton
Waste Connections
The Columbian
Willamette Valley Vineyards - Estate Winery

05/08/2026

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 recognizing the impact nurses have on the people they care for every day. ❤️

Maybe it was someone who helped you feel more prepared, answered your questions or simply treated you with kindness during a difficult moment.

Hearing from patients can mean more than you might think.

If someone comes to mind, you can share a message of gratitude using the link: https://bit.ly/4tdfOzV

05/06/2026

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

05/05/2026

Visiting Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center soon? Here’s a quick update on nearby street work.

Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is paving NW 23rd Avenue from NW Northrup to Vaughn starting May 4. Work will take place Monday through Thursday from 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• May 4–7: Work between NW Vaughn and Quimby
• May 11–14: Work between NW Quimby and Northrup

Sidewalk access will remain open during paving.

After this phase, PBOT plans to improve the section from NW Lovejoy to Northrup, including curb ramp upgrades at Lovejoy and Marshall this summer, followed by repaving in the fall.

During curb ramp construction, sidewalk access near NW 23rd and Lovejoy will be limited. This work is expected to begin no earlier than the week of May 18 and may be subject to change.

Plan your visit by allowing extra time and checking your route in advance.

For a detailed construction schedule and updates, visit the link: https://bit.ly/4naByeD

05/01/2026

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 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.

04/28/2026

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:

Legacy Health and Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield continue to actively negotiate toward a fair and reasonable reimbursement agreement. Both organizations have re-engaged, and we are encouraged by the progress of recent discussions. Our shared goal is to reach an agreement that maintains access to hig...

04/27/2026

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.

04/24/2026

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