Who are we?
Formed in 1985, Healthcare Communicators of Oregon (HCO) is a state-wide organization committed to helping health care communicators in Oregon and Southwest Washington fine tune their professional skills. As a member of HCO, you are plugged into a network of colleagues who share your passion for communications, your enthusiasm for health care and your desire for professional development, mentorship and support. HCO represents a cross-section of health care fields including:
- Hospitals and health systems
- Health plans
- Long-term care and skilled nursing facilities
- Medical groups
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Non-profit agencies
- Advertising/public relations firms
- Consultants
- Entrepreneurs
HCO members are professionals who work in the field of healthcare in a variety of specialties including:
- Advertising
- Communications
- Government affairs
- Marketing
- Public relations and public affairs
- Research
- Sales
- Strategic planning
- Writing/editing
HCO’s goals include fostering a better understanding of the role and responsibilities of healthcare communicators and providing opportunities for professional development and networking.
For more information about HCO membership and its many benefits, please click here.
