Free webinar on using effective nutrition-based interventions in primary care
Tuesday September 22, 10 am
Several standards in the PCPCH model (e.g. 3.D, 5.C, 6.B) recognize clinics that take steps to improve the overall health context of their patients, such as their nutrition. Evidence has long shown that nutrition-based interventions help improve health outcomes. However, some policymakers question how well such interventions can work in under-resourced communities. Join the Primary Care Collaborative for a free webinar exploring the role of nutrition in a primary care setting and how clinicians can effectively implement nutrition-based interventions to enhance the health of their patients. Click here to register for "Bringing the Kitchen to Clinic: Nutrition and Primary Care." |
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Thursday September 24, 1-4 pm
The Oregon Primary Care Association's (OPCA) HIV/STI Program and partners are hosting an online learning collaborative to discuss what's new in HIV prevention and treatment, learn about the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, and identify partnerships to improve patient access to care. This training is ideal for health and social services providers interested in learning more about the current HIV clinical landscape and acts as a foundation to the many communities of practice hosted by the OPCA's HIV/STI Program and the Oregon AIDS Education and Training Center. It will include clinical updates, case management insights from various partners, and opportunities for questions. Click here to register for the HIV Foundations Oregon Learning Collaborative and reach out to dmorrison@orpca.org or 971-200-5266 with any questions.
Third Thursday of each month, 10-11:30 am
PCPCH Measure 5.E.3 encourages primary care clinics to coordinate care for patients engaged with various health-related benefit systems such as the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS).
Beginning in September, OHA's Transformation Center will hold monthly office hours to support those tracking or pursuing the CCO incentive metric: Assessments for Children in ODHS Custody. This is also a qualifying quality measure that clinics can select for PCPCH Standard 2.A.
These sessions build on the March–August 2026 Technical Learning Series and will focus on troubleshooting remaining barriers, identifying avenues for improvement, and providing opportunities for continued collaboration among partners. Each session will center on a specific topic, with an agenda shared in advance. Everyone who registered for the learning series will automatically receive a calendar invite. Others may request an invite by emailing Karolyn Campbell at Karolyn.Campbell@oha.oregon.gov.
 Tuesday October 13th, 1-4pm
Various standards in the PCPCH model encourage primary care clinics to explore opportunities to provide or connect patient populations with behavioral health care. The Oregon Health Authority and partners are hosting a free virtual symposium for professionals that serve or work with people with physical disabilities. Topics will include
- Prevalence and behavioral health impacts of physical disabilities
- Barriers and roadblocks to accessing behavioral health care
- Federal, state and local programs and policies
ASL and CART will be provided. Click here to register for Building Bridges: Understanding and Advancing Behavioral Health Support & Services for People with Physical Disabilities.
PCPCH Measure 4.B.3 encourages primary care clinics to incorporate comprehensive medication management (CMM) into their practice. Helping patients and their families effectively management medication is an essential component of primary care—especially for people with chronic conditions.
To help promote more effective medication management, the Primary Care Collaborative and American College of Clinical Pharmacy have developed a resource guide to support the integration of CMM into advanced primary care models. This patient-centered, team-based approach helps ensure medications are used appropriately, effectively and safely to optimize health outcomes and reduce costs. It aligns with national health reform goals, improves outcomes and delivers value across the health care system. |
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The PCC supports widespread adoption and appropriate compensation for sustainable team-based care models to ensure all patients benefit from optimized medication use. Click here to view the Patient-Centered Medical Home Resource Guide: Integrating Comprehensive Medication Management to Optimize Patient Outcomes and associated fact sheet.
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 community members to set the standard for transformative, whole-person, and evidence-based care.
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