Friday February 7, noon - 1pm
The 2025 PCPCH Recognition Criteria was rolled out earlier this month and primary practices have already started applying or re-applying under the new model! PCPCH Program staff have been hosting a webinar series to help practices understand some of the revisions and additions that are included. You can click here to view the recordings of the webinars that have already occurred, which have focused on specific standards that have been revised under the 2025 model as well as the new Health Equity Designation that practices began applying for this year. This document also includes the registration link to the next virtual office hours session that program staff will be hosting on Friday, February 7th for anyone that would like additional guidance on the standards, criteria, application process, or any other program-related topics. We encourage all of our practices to use our team as a resource!
Registration is now open for the Spring programs offered by the Oregon ECHO Network (OEN). ECHO (Extension for Community Health Outcomes) series are virtual, interactive educational programs that allow healthcare professionals throughout the state to create a case-based learning environment through the convenience of video connection. Oregon ECHO Network programs are always free and offer no-cost continuing education credits.
Brand new ECHO series this Spring include programs in Palliative Care, Behavioral Health for Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, and Integrated Behavioral Health. In addition, healthcare professionals can sign up for programs in Foundational Gender Affirming Care, Adult Mental Health, Menopause, and Diabetes Management. Programs fill quickly, so click here to learn more and register!
 Tuesdays, March 11 & March 18, noon-1pm
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in the United States and the fourth leading cause of cancer-related death in Oregon. Mailing fecal immunochemical tests (FIT) and patient navigation can increase screening and early detection, especially among diverse populations. The Oregon Rural Practice-based Research Network (ORPRN) is hosting a two-part lunchtime webinar on March 11 and March 18 for practices interested in learning how to improve their colorectal cancer screening rates with FIT distribution and patient navigation.
This series is for Healthcare Administrators and Quality Improvement Teams. Participants will hear from experts on 1) how to provide adults with an easy, at-home colorectal cancer screening option 2) design your program and develop an implementation plan using the best available evidence, and 3) learn about the return on investment of screening outreach and other benefits to your organization. Click here to register or contact smartercrc@ohsu.edu to learn more.
The Oregon Health Authority Public Health Division released a memo this month for health care providers that provides guidelines for the use of doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis (doxyPEP) for the prevention of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STI). The memo includes recommendations, key points when prescribing, and additional resources. Given the consistent efficacy of doxyPEP across trials, it may play an important role in STI prevention and OHA recommends that health care providers educate patients about the benefits and risks of doxyPEP as a part of comprehensive sexual health services. Click here to view the full memo.
Questions?
We are here to help! Contact us at PCPCH@oha.oregon.gov
About the Patient-Centered Primary Care Home Program
Patient-Centered Primary Care Homes (PCPCHs) are health care practices that have been recognized by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) for their commitment to providing high quality, patient-centered care.The PCPCH Program administers the application, recognition, and verification process for practices applying to become Patient-Centered Primary Care Homes.The program is also working with partners across Oregon to support adoption of the primary care home model. For more information visit www.PrimaryCareHome.oregon.gov.
The mission of the PCPCH Program is to be a trusted partner in primary care, collaborating with stakeholders to set the standard for transformative, whole-person, and evidence-based care.
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