National Patient Access Week, celebrated annually in April recognizes healthcare professionals who manage scheduling, registration, and patient intake. This week highlights the vital contributions of these team members to patient experience and operational efficiency. We are proud to honor our staff who are often the first point of contact for patients, ensuring a smooth start… Continue reading Celebrating Patient Access Week!
Celebrate National Nutrition Month 2026, with this year’s theme: Discover the Power of Nutrition. Nutrition is a part of everyday life and can lead to long lasting and meaningful impacts for yourself, your family and community. The food we eat is fuel to get us through our day and meet our goals! Fuel up with… Continue reading March is National Nutrition Month
Happy National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! Today, we celebrate the incredible work of registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs) who empower us to make informed food choices and lead healthier lives. Whether it’s through personalized meal plans, nutrition education, or promoting wellness, RDNs play a vital role in helping us achieve our health goals. At LUHD, our… Continue reading Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! March 11, 2026
Lower Umpqua Hospital District is upgrading to a new phone system to improve call quality, reliability, and access to care for our community. This upgrade is an important investment in patient safety and communication, and we want to keep you informed every step of the way. When: The transition is scheduled for March 3rd, 2026… Continue reading Phone System Update – LUHD is Upgrading!
Free Dental Clinic The Family Resource Center is currently accepting applications for the Free Dental Clinic taking place Friday, March 20th and Saturday, March 21st. Both Children and Adults may qualify for this service. The clinic will be held at Dr. Goorhuis’ office, located at 2731 Frontage Road. Appointments are required. Pick up your application… Continue reading Free Dental Clinic: March 20 & 21
🌟 Exciting Career Opportunities in the LUHD Rehabilitation Department! 🌟 Are you a dedicated healthcare professional looking to enhance your skills and advance your career? The LUHD Rehabilitation Department is thrilled to announce three exceptional opportunities that not only offer full-time positions with comprehensive benefits but also provide support for continuing education and certification! 1.… Continue reading Exciting Opportunities in the LUHD Rehabilitation Department!
Friday, February 6th is National Wear Red Day❤️ National Wear Red Day raises awareness about women’s heart health and reminds us that heart disease is the leading cause of death among women.
For Immediate Release – January 20, 2026 Lower Umpqua Hospital District Board Announces Jennifer Green, CEO Designee Reedsport, OR – The Board of Directors of Lower Umpqua Hospital District has unanimously selected current Chief Nursing Officer Jennifer Green RN, BSN, RHCNOC, as the new Chief Executive Officer Designee. Jennifer Green brings a wealth of experience… Continue reading LUHD Board Announces CEO Designee
We love hearing stories from our patients and their family members about the nurses who have made a meaningful difference in their care. The DAISY Award recognizes nurses who provide exceptional, compassionate care and go above and beyond to touch the lives of others. We truly cherish hearing your stories—those moments of kindness, advocacy, comfort,… Continue reading Nominate a Nurse for the DAISY Award Today!
Toast of the South Coast 2025! We are thrilled to announce that Lower Umpqua Hospital District has been recognized in 6 categories for the 2025 Toast of the South Coast! This year we are honored to have been awarded Gold medals in the categories of Hospital , Emergency Department , Physical Therapy , and Pharmacy… Continue reading Toast of the South Coast 2025
