Big thanks to Portland Business Journal for honoring the Nike x @ohsunews.bsky.social Doernbecher partnership with its first-ever Corporate Philanthropy Milestone Award! 🎉20+ years of #DBFreestyle, $40.5M raised, endless hope & creativity. 💙 Read more: https://bit.ly/47ZuR90

✨ Meet #DBFreestyle 21’s Khovny, aka Miss KK! 🐍💖 Saved as a baby from a rare lymphatic disorder, she’s now a spunky artist, dancer & snake lover. Her Nike V2K Run features snakes, butterflies & her favorite stuffed critters. 🎨👟 https://bit.ly/4qppPKh

⚙️ Meet #DBFreestyle 21’s Zach — mechanic-in-the-making & true comeback kid. 💪 After his heart stopped from a rare condition, @OHSUDoernbecher’s trauma team helped him beat the odds. His Air Jordan 17 shines with chrome, suede & gear-inspired details. 👟✨ https://bit.ly/47haB15

💪 Meet #DBFreestyle 21’s Raegan — athlete, fighter & future D1 softball star! 🥎 After open-heart surgery at @OHSUDoernbecher, she was back on the field in just 9 weeks. Her Nike Air Max Dn8 features softball-stitched Air bubbles — built for champions. 👟✨ https://bit.ly/4osfWK0

🚀 Meet #DBFreestyle 21’s Sergio — gamer, dreamer & part metal superhero! 💪 Born with MPS IVA, a rare disorder affecting bone growth, he’s unstoppable. His Nike Air Max Plus honors gamers like him — with a rocket to Mars for his dad. ❤️🎮 https://bit.ly/3ZwSZBh

🌲 Meet #DBFreestyle 21’s Molly — a nature-loving explorer with serious survival skills! 💚 Diagnosed with autism at @OHSUDoernbecher, she channeled her love of the outdoors into her Nike Vomero Plus — from a Camas flower 🌸 to a trail-ready speckled midsole. 👟✨ https://bit.ly/4o100hZ

Meet #DBFreestyle 21’s Oli — chef, artist & all-around ray of sunshine! 🌯✨ After beating cancer twice & receiving a life-saving bone marrow transplant, Oli celebrates his “second birthday” each August. His Air Force 1s feature a rainbow sole — a symbol of hope. 🌈💖 https://bit.ly/4qtmWIA

We loved welcoming the team from Edward Jones and Managing Partner Penny Pennington, for a special visit to @ohsunews.bsky.social Doernbecher! Dr. Braner and OHSU Foundation President Kate showed the life-saving care happening every day for our kids. Thank you for your support!

Carol Howe, former Director of Nurse-Midwifery and Associate Dean of the School of Nursing and @ohsunews.bsky.social ’s first midwife, helped shape a legacy that’s now five decades strong. This year, she reflects on what 50 years means, and the advice for next generation of midwives. #MidwiferyWeek

When Silas was born with bilateral sclerocornea his parents were told he would likely be blind. But @ohsunews.bsky.social Casey Eye Institute discovered hope. 💫 “It’s literally a miracle what these doctors...were able to make happen,” said his mom. 💙 Full story: https://bit.ly/3KF8egY

Our pediatric hematology and oncology teams are going gold this September! 💛 ✨ On #GoGoldDay, you’ll spot us rocking our “Fight Like a Kid 🎗️” shirts — because kids facing cancer show us every day what true strength looks like. @ohsuknight.bsky.social

What you can do: ✅ Parents – ask your child’s doctor about HPV vaccination starting at age 9. ✅ Providers – recommend HPV vaccination at every visit. ✅ Communities – spread the word: HPV vaccination is cancer prevention.

HPV vaccination is safe and protects against six types of cancer – including cervical, oropharyngeal, and anal cancers. Recent data show no gains in HPV vaccination coverage, falling short of national goals. We must act now to protect today’s children from future HPV-related cancers.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 🩵 Here are 4️⃣ facts to know about prostate cancer. Share these with a friend, a family member, or a loved one.

What an unforgettable weekend at the Daydream Festival at Timberline Lodge! 🏔️☀️ We were stoked to catch up with #DBFreestyle XIX designer Garrett, who shared his inspiring journey and helped hand out awards at the Enduro Bike Race. 🚵🏼

Congrats to the @ohsudoernbecher.bsky.social and Randall Children's pediatric surgery teams on their work demonstrating reduced costs and resource utilization with implementation of standardized perioperative pathways in pediatric surgery. jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Our Cleft and Craniofacial team recently hosted the 2nd annual CCF Picnic! 🎉 Families and friends joined us for a sunny afternoon filled with LEGOs, tie-dye, face painting, lawn bowling, pizza, ice cream… and even a dunk tank! 🍕🍦🎈🎨 🎳 💙

Phil and Penny Knight announced today a record-breaking $2 billion gift to the Oregon Health & Science University’s Knight Cancer Institute to transform the future of cancer care and set a new standard globally. Thank you to Phil and Penny Knight for their incredible generosity. #GiveCancerHell

Say hello to Darby! This sweet pup just celebrated her first birthday. Since February, she’s been training as a Hospital Facility Dog at @ohsunews.bsky.social w/ a little more learning (& a lot more treats), she’ll be creating smiles and giving comfort to patients, just like her friend Casey. 🦮✨

Have you ever seen a preemie with a potato head? The Potato Head Project is all about reminding NICU parents they’re not alone, offering support, community, and to take it one tot-sized step at a time. Check out 3-week-old Gianna's 1-week growth! 🥔🌱 Donate more for OHSU: thepotatoheadproject.org

With gentle paws and a calming presence, Hospital Facility Dog Casey shows that healing comes in many forms, especially the furry kind. 🐾 💕 "Katy's really struggling to find joy right now," her mom Carrie said. "That's what Casey gave my daughter - joy."

Doernbecher Freestyle program, by Nike and OHSU, has let patients create their own limited-edition footwear, inspired by their own health story. 👟🏩   In 2025, we celebrate 21 years of courage, creativity & care ❤️ presented by Shoe Palace, “Heart of a Hero” collection drops 10/17/25 bit.ly/4n6OIZo

Yippee! Kick-starting the summer season with a splash of tye-dye🫟, bubble magic🫧, and of course, our fluffy friend Casey!🦮🌞🌈 With the Child Life squad around, there’s never a dull moment for our kids and families at the hospital. C’mon, you’re invited to join the fun. 🎈

Hospital Facility bunnies would be great companions. 🐰🥰

Every week for over two decades, our amazing volunteers Kim & Jerry bring joy to everyone in the hospital with a game of Bingo. These CCTV stars put smiles on the faces of kids and their families with their vibrant energy, dances, and jokes. But what makes their jobs so fulfilling? Listen in...

Our hospital dog Casey sent a little stuffy to friend Nash at #SeattleChildrensHospital

Lucy and Oscar had a roller-coaster into parenthood. Baby Theo was born at just 28 weeks. And again, just five months later, welcomed baby Berlin at 22. Last Sunday, we celebrated with NICU grads in the annual walk to raise funds for families. March of Dimes works w/ supporters: bit.ly/3SBOlZa

Our furry friends at the hospital not only bring joy, but also boost our mental well-being. 🦮💙🏩 Their wagging tails and comforting presence can be a beacon of hope in challenging times. They'll be ready with a friendly paw whenever you need it. 🐾💖 #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

HAPPY GIVE DAY! 🎉 Today is #OHSUGiveDay — a celebration of the life-changing work happening every day at OHSU! This work is made possible with the support of people like you. Together, we are building a future - visit giveday.ohsufoundation.org and give today.

“It trachs a village…” 🫶🏻 🫁 🧸 This #TrachWeek we celebrate the Knight family and others who are in need of specialized home care, and this #NurseMonth we remember how important nurses are to families like theirs. ❤️ Learn more and support their mission at HelloNurze.org - link in bio.

Last week, our NICU hosted a successful Read-A-Thon that gave families book bags full of goodies. Sweet baby Rosamina joined in on the fun! 📖 🏩 💙 AND, it's extended ✨ Our NICU is full of barriers to making this happen for our families, share the gift of reading today amzn.to/4k5xmKK

Sometimes the best parts of the job aren’t treats 🐾🦴 Our Hospital Facility Dog Casey received a very sweet party invitation from four-year-old Leo. She met him while doing her rounds. Have you ever spent time with Doernbecher Dogs in the hospital? 🥰🐶

Dramatic comparative effectiveness research results shared by Dr. Patrick Evers, Pediatric Heart Failure Cardiologist at @ohsudoernbecher.bsky.social showing impact in outcomes from a multidisciplinary team approach. @ohsunews.bsky.social @ohsuknight.bsky.social

Midwives make the world go round. 👩‍🍼💙 #idm2025

Our nurses showing their support for #autismawarenessmonth❤️💛💙💚 by wearing @inclusiveneuroverse t-shirts. Always ✨be a buddy, not a bully✨

Best children's hospital in the country right here in Oregon :)

Happy #OccupationalTherapyMonth! Check out adorable 11-month-old Mac learning trunk balance. Did you know that our OTs are there for patients in every aspect of life? An OT's magic lies in helping kids shine in their daily activities by tailoring their environment or tasks to them! Let's celebrate!✨

This #NationalChildAbusePreventionMonth we chatted with our community to better understand why we bring attention to these issues. It starts with community - paying attention, knowing the warning signs and speaking out helps. If you #seesomethingsaysomething - find more: bit.ly/43TzTT2

When Erik and his parents returned to @ohsudoernbecher.bsky.social in 2024 to see the positive impact of the endowment, they walked down the hallways filled with memories, while catching up with the doctors who helped save his life. Learn more about Erik's story:

Transforming lives, one breath at a time! Preterm birth impacts around 400,000 little ones each year. Problem? It's a major cause of altered lung development, creating possible lifelong issues. But there's hope. Discover how @ohsunews.bsky.social is making changes in NICU. bit.ly/3YC76Pj 🫁💙🦋

The dog-tors are ready for you 🤭 Happy National Doctor’s Day! Thank you for all that you do - we appreciate you!

Day in the Life of a Child Life Specialist. 🌈 🧸🎈🏩 March is #ChildLifeMonth. We welcome you to join us in celebrating Child Life Specialists! Their work is crucial in supporting patients and their families while visiting @ohsunews.bsky.social and Doernbecher Children's Hospital. 💙

Hugs are the best! Especially from Theo - he’s the first NICU baby Casey ever met when she began her work as @ohsunews.bsky.social Doernbecher Children's Hospital Facility Dog. He’s three now but he still likes to visit his furr-ever friend 🦮💕

Our hospital facility dog Casey shows how easy it is to clean your chompers. 🦷🪥🦮 Good girl Casey! #nationalchildrensdentalhealthmonth

💘 Happy Valentine’s Day from facility dog Casey and everyone here at OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital. If you’re around the hospital today, Casey is ready to share some L-O-V-E and paws-itivity 🐾 💕 🦮 🥰

we're here! 👋 ☁️ 🦋 💙