Oregon Pediatric Society

06/17/2026

Enhance your pediatric practice to help neurodivergent youth thrive. Designed for Oregon primary care providers, this 4-part series covers autism recognition, behavioral support, and systems navigation from July to October 2026.

📅 Join us from 12:00–1:00 PM PT:
July 23: Autism in Middle Childhood & Adolescence
Aug 13: Behavioral & Emotional Support
Sept 10: Schools & Systems Navigation
Oct 8: Supporting Transition-Age Youth

🔗 Register today to save your spot!

https://events.zoom.us/ev/AjdL8CwFsm4JkNjE9HPA_oJ6dU2hE9stM6slNmRZPCXiSYfoiHeH~Ah4beJeNxxVeIv5nn8vGRwR26da2UJhL_xeqn_h_GjZBf7eqspCMhBUfPs_-BbBdMF-D5p6UPIRAMyPGtVZc751AuQ

Sponsored by Health Share of Oregon , Children's Health Foundation, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Autism Assessment Capacity Project, and Oregon Pediatric Society

06/10/2026

Next up in our Board & Staff Spotlights — it's Kate Terrill, Membership & Marketing Manager, and she's got a birthday this week! 🥳 Originally from Wisconsin, mom to two awesome girls, and passionate about the work we do for kids here at OPS — Kate, we're so glad you're on our team! 👏

06/05/2026

⚠️ New data shows childhood vaccination rates in our state have fallen to a record low, while nonmedical exemptions have reached a record high of 10.9%.

Last week, KATU News interviewed OPS Board member Dr. Alanna Braun, pediatrician at OHSU, who shared what concerns her most: "A lot of kids have infant siblings at home who are not able to be vaccinated. There are kids in all of these schools who are unable to be vaccinated, kids who are undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. There are teachers who are immunocompromised for various reasons."

Healthy children build healthy communities. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, pediatric healthcare provider, or community member, we all play a role in keeping kids healthy. Vaccination protects everyone.

https://youtu.be/DewHmryaQV4?si=FJbq4ozIuMDUAjsa

Oregon’s childhood vaccination rates have fallen to their lowest levels on record, while nonmedical vaccine exemptions have reached an all-time high, accordi...

06/02/2026

⏰ Last call to register!

Youth Su***de Prevention for Medical Providers: Intervention Skills Boosters
📅 Friday, June 5 | 12:00 - 1:30 PM | Virtual

This complimentary, interactive session will help medical providers build and sharpen the intervention skills needed to recognize warning signs, respond with confidence, and connect young patients with the support they need.

Spots are limited — register today: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AmlvT91Kz9BNvkscZ6vKwv_eC1Sm1wulmFhR6aWPLWpvlrJknQly~ArMom7wFXKexRPEAkgy_RGhc0SjDq-wwqxi3IErszwhyJj5hW8QDPQ2gNJCv84Id7YgCUApsSCw7muYXjqiqAX5lSQ

05/28/2026

🔎 Meet the people behind our mission. We're launching a new series — Board and Staff Spotlights — giving you an inside look at the incredible individuals who help guide our organization and shape the work we do. First up, a Q&A with one of our Board Members: Liesl Benda from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest, Western University of Health Sciences.

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05/19/2026

Join the Oregon Pediatric Society for a complimentary virtual training session, "Youth Su***de Prevention for Medical Providers: Intervention Skills Boosters".

Two dates available:
Thursday, May 21 OR Friday, June 5
12:00-1:30 pm

Learn More & Register Here:
https://tinyurl.com/YSPMPboosters

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05/15/2026

🎉 Big wins for Oregon health care! Governor Tina Kotek signed three landmark bills this week. The new laws include HB 4088, strengthening Oregon's "shield" law for providers of reproductive and gender-affirming care; HB 4127, ensuring uninterrupted coverage for Oregon Health Plan patients using Planned Parenthood; and SB 1598, expanding access to vaccines and requiring insurers to cover recommended immunizations at no cost to patients.

A huge THANK YOU to our OPS members whose advocacy helped make this possible! 👏 Your voices, your testimony, and your commitment to Oregon's children and families makes a real difference. 👏

Read the full press release: https://apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsroom/OR/GOV/Posts/Post/governor-kotek-celebrates-bills-expanding-access-to-health-care-and-safeguards-for-providers

Oregon Families for Vaccines

05/05/2026

This Thursday, May 7 is movie night! Tell your colleagues & bring a friend - this thought provoking documentary explores the history of vaccine hesitancy and how misinformation shapes public health decisions today.

COPA (Central Oregon Pediatric Associates)
Mosaic Community Health
Oregon Academy of Family Physicians

THIS THURSDAY! Join us in Bend at our second community screening of "A Shot in the Arm." Enjoy this powerful documentary, plus coffee and desserts. Don't miss out on this opportunity to build community and fight misinformation.

When: May 7, 2026 at 6 PM
Where: The Breakroom off Newport, Bend Oregon
Register Here: www.orfamiliesforvaccines.org/bend-movie-night

04/02/2026

It's April and that means our conference for pediatric healthcare providers is just around the corner. Have you saved your seat yet? You don't want to miss these conversations that will provide strategies to strengthen your pediatric practice and our communities.

We're thrilled to introduce this year's presenters — see the full lineup and join us! Learn more and register today: https://oregonpediatricsociety.org/annual-conference/

Oregon Department of Education Salem-Keizer Public Schools Sea Mar Community Health Centers Portland Public Schools Lane County Health & Human Services Senator Lisa Reynolds Multnomah Education Service District Lebanon Community School District Well Wired; Community Living Above

03/26/2026

Join the Oregon Pediatric Society and instructor Judy Guzman-Cottrill, DO on Thursday, April 2 from 12-1pm for a complimentary virtual webinar "Managing Measles in 2026 - Implications for Your Entire Practice: Tips, Resources, & FAQs for Infection Preparedness, Prevention and Control"

Learn More & Register Here:
https://tinyurl.com/measles2026