The Oregon POLST Registry (OPR) successfully completed the launch of its new and upgraded data platform after more than a year in its design and logistical development. Abby Dotson, PhD – Director of OPR coordinated this seamless launch last weekend. Recognizing that the operating platform was more than 10 years old, the OHSU Center forContinue reading “OPR launches new data platform!”
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Oregon POLST Coalition Adopts Statement Against Discrimination in End-of-Life Care
On September 24th, the Oregon POLST Coalition endorsed the efforts of our member organizations to stand against systemic racism and injustice by adopting our Statement Against Discrimination in End-of-Life Care. The Coalition honors diversity and supports inclusion in the care of people who are nearing the end of their lives. The POLST Program continues to expandContinue reading “Oregon POLST Coalition Adopts Statement Against Discrimination in End-of-Life Care”
10 year old POLST forms in the Registry
If your POLST orders more than 10 years old, it may be time for a conversation with your provider. Medical orders require periodic review and it is the policy of the Oregon POLST Registry to remove POLST forms that are 10 years old from the Registry. Forms signed by a healthcare provider more than 10Continue reading “10 year old POLST forms in the Registry”
