Episode Details

The Eugene area is experiencing corporate healthcare because PeaceHealth shuttered its Eugene hospital and Oregon Medical Group was purchased by Optum/United Healthcare. What healthcare model would be sustainable for patients and medical professionals? What alternatives are available for the current situation? What is the state of healthcare in Oregon, and how does the state legislature plan to respond?

Our speakers include moderator Nicholas Jones, MD; Rep. Ben Bowman, House Majority Leader; Rep. Nancy Nathanson, House District 13; and Hayden Rooke-Ley, attorney and healthcare law and policy expert.

Watch the entire episode on City Club of Eugene's YouTube channel (starts at 1:35).

This program was recorded on July 19, 2024.