Hospitals
Former OHSU Health CEO files $15.5M wrongful termination lawsuit
Tarek Salaway, who served as CEO of OHSU Health for just four months, has filed a $15.5 million wrongful termination lawsuit, according to the Portland Business Journal. The suit alleges race-based discrimination and whistleblower retaliation.
By The Desk - Jordan Leahy·August 16, 2026
The lawsuit stems from Salaway's brief tenure and subsequent departure from the health system. Specific details of the alleged discrimination and retaliation were not disclosed in the report.
OHSU Health has not publicly commented on the litigation as of the published date of August 14, 2026. The case adds to ongoing scrutiny of executive leadership transitions in large health systems.
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- OHSU Health has not publicly commented on the litigation as of the published date of August 14, 2026.
- The case adds to ongoing scrutiny of executive leadership transitions in large health systems.