FAQ

How can I schedule a free screening appointment?

Please call the Free Screening Program appointment line at 503 346-1212. Appointments are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.

I heard about the Free Screening Program, but the slots had been filled by the time I called to schedule an appointment. How come more spots were not available?

Our community screening program is generously made possible through monetary donations by community women and time donations by OHSU staff, students and volunteers. We are pleased that the program has offered screenings to over 2,000 women so far - but we recognize that there is a great need for more free screening efforts in Oregon. The OHSU Center for Women's Health and the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute will continue to provide as many free screenings as funding and time constraints permit.

We encourage Oregonians to take up the cause of health screenings, either by donating money or time to future screening events. You can make a make a donation online on our web site. To inquire about starting a similar event in your community or neighborhood, please contact the OHSU Center for Women’s Health at 503-418-4506.

Why are the OHSU Center for Women's Health and the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute providing these services for the community?

OHSU is committed to ensuring a healthier future for all Oregonians. As the only academic medical institution in Oregon, we feel it is our responsibility to lead innovative actions designed not only to treat individuals, but also to inspire community members to participate in the creation of a healthier Oregon. As the only Northwest institution designated as a National Center of Excellence in Women's Health, the OHSU Center for Women's Health is committed to being a national leader in women's health research, clinical care, education and outreach.

These screenings are being offered to promote regular health screenings for women and to provide screening access to women who typically forgo breast and cervical screenings. Many breast and cervical cancers outcomes are greatly improved when the cancers are detected early - cervical cancers are virtually treatable when detected soon enough.

This program has been made possible through a partnership with women of our community who raised the funds to begin the program, the support of the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute and volunteers from numerous OHSU departments.