Portland Va Research Foundation

Research - Research projects including clinical studies that focus on the treatment of medical conditions prevalent in the veteran population. Veterans benefit from access to cutting edge pharmaceuticals and medical care devices, as well as the actual "hands on" care provided and, indirectly, from the interaction between Foundation staff and patients.

Research and education program support - the Foundation provides support in many other ways, including covering the cost of training Research personnel, underwriting bridge funding for Va investigators who are between Research grant awards, supporting travel and registration fees for Va investigators to attend scientific conferences, and the procurement of personnel, equipment and supplies for Research facilities.

Education - the Foundation supports work-related instruction and learning experiences for veterans, including improving the performance of duties, gaining specialized proficiencies, and expanding the understanding of changes in patient care. The education and training programs, also include instruction and learning related to improving and maintaining health.