About the College
The College of Health Sciences Northwest (CHS-NW) provides a humanistic, science-driven education to healthcare graduate students. The college collaborates with the community of Lebanon to train professionals who focus on rural health and on improving the lives of Oregonians locally and regionally. Our flagship program, the Doctor of Physical Therapy, is a three-year graduate curriculum that integrates rigorous basic sciences training with early exposure to clinical practice through our Practical Application Labs and clinical education placements. Our faculty fill a need for human-centered research, and we mentor every student to critically evaluate their evolving field and provide evidence-based care. We graduate well-rounded practitioners who are entry-level ready to face the challenges of delivering quality care in varied settings.
Vision
The College of Health Sciences Northwest will be the Pacific Northwest leader in advancing healthcare access in rural, medically underserved, and vulnerable communities. We strive to become the region’s premiere institution for basic science and community-integrated clinical research to optimize movement and to improve the human experience.
Mission
To follow a humanistic tradition; to cultivate scholarly enquiry, clinical excellence, and compassionate leadership in our graduates; and to train innovative, evidence-based practitioners who will enhance the health, well-being, and quality of life in all people.
Values
- Humanism
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Service
- Innovation
Message from the Site Dean
I am excited to work alongside our enthusiastic and expert faculty and staff. We form an educational community with our students and alumni to serve the public and fill regional healthcare needs. I am excited by our active research programs and community service projects that engage every single student in our program.
Our campus in the heart of town integrates faculty, staff, and students in a culture of teamwork and mutual support. We are part of a network of colleges within Western University of Health Sciences, both in Oregon and in California.
Please explore this website to learn more and visit us at our campus at 2665 S. Santiam Hwy., Lebanon, Oregon.
Jonathan Perry, PhD, MSc
Site Dean
We offer hands-on educational opportunities by providing authentic learning experiences and access to health care services for urban, rural, and medically underserved communities.
Kudos and Recognition
Dr. Deoghare has been selected to serve on the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) Leadership Academy (ALA) Leadership Oversight Committee. He will hold this prestigious national post through March 2025 and impact PT curriculum nationwide.
WesternU College of Health Sciences alumnus Vasco Deon Kidd was appointed to the Physician Assistant Board by CA Gov. Gavin Newsom. Kidd graduated from CHS’s PA program in 2001 and earned his Master of Science in Health Professions Education in 2006.
Student Clubs and Engagement
