Oct 15, 2024
Alyssa Doucette, LMSW
Albion – This October, staff of the Lovejoy Health Center were happy to welcome Alyssa Doucette, LMSW, to their professional healthcare team.
Doucette earned her Master of Social Work degree from the University of New England. Previously, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology from Husson University. Doucette’s wealth of mental healthcare experience includes time spent in multiple settings, including pharmaceutical, pediatric, and school-based settings. We are certain that her wide range of experience and knowledge will be a wonderful addition to the Lovejoy Team.
Doucette shares, “I am excited to be joining the team at Lovejoy Health Center! I consider this a huge step forward on my journey in the mental health field, and I look forward to serving these small and close-knit communities, having grown up in a small Maine town myself.”
Doucette joins the existing Lovejoy clinical team — Doctors Dean Chamberlain, Daniel Keane, and Ann Schwink; Family Nurse Practitioner, Michelle Breen; Physician Assistants Diana Dearden and Nichole Johnston; and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Melanie Morin.
Founded in 1978, Lovejoy Family Health Center is part of HealthReach Community Health Centers — a private nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center consisting of twelve community health centers located across Central and Western Maine. Since 1975, HealthReach clinicians have delivered high-quality healthcare — inclusive of primary care, behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, dental, and podiatric services — to residents from 9 of Maine’s 16 counties. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs — including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
The above is issued in furtherance of HealthReach Community Health Centers’ (HealthReach) federally funded health center project. This year, HealthReach received $4,815,606 in federal assistance, which is estimated as constituting 17.8% of project costs. Of total project costs for this year, HealthReach estimates 82.2% will be financed with non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
Jul 2, 2024
Abigail Cross, DO
Bingham – This August, staff of the Bingham Area Health Center are happy to welcome Dr. Abigail Cross to their professional healthcare team.
Cross earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. Previously, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology with Pre-Med Concentration from the University of Maine at Presque Isle, as well as her Clinical Medical Assistant Certification from Northeast Technical Institute. Cross’ wealth of medical experience includes research, publication, and teaching positions that have prepared her to take on a variety of challenges. Her background includes geriatric medicine within a home hospice setting, antibiotic resistance research, and both teaching and publication experience in the field of Osteopathic Medicine.
Cross shares, “I look forward to returning to Central Maine as I take the next step in my medical career. My osteopathic background has steered me to taking a holistic approach to medicine, and my residency experience has provided me with opportunities to work with a diverse patient population. I hope to offer a variety of services to my patients, and I am eager to bring my experience back to Bingham.”
Cross joins the existing Bingham clinical team – Physician Assistants, Alex Martocci and Cory Miller; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Kelly Bell Bragg; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Leah Agren.
Bingham Area Health Center, founded in 1975, is part of HealthReach Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center consisting of twelve community health centers located across Central and Western Maine. Dedicated clinicians deliver high-quality healthcare – inclusive of behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, dental, and podiatric services – to residents from 9 of Maine’s 16 counties. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs – including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
A private non-profit with a 49-year history, HealthReach is funded by patient fees, grants, and by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as part of an award totaling $4,815,606 with 82.2% financed by non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
May 22, 2024
Strong – This July, staff of the Strong Area Dental Center are happy to welcome Rebecca DiSarro, DMD, to their professional dental team.
DiSarro earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree from the University of New England College of Dental Medicine. Previously, she earned her Master of Public Health degree from Sacred Heart University, and her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Connecticut. DiSarro’s wealth of dental and medical experience includes both in-field and research experience. Her background includes community-based dentistry, health and nutrition research, and dental assistance.
DiSarro shares, “I’m looking forward to joining HealthReach in their efforts to bring high-quality dental care to areas that need it most, and I am excited to make Central Maine my new home!”
DiSarro joins the existing Strong dental team – Registered Dental Hygienists, Briana Beedy and Lauren Enright.
Strong Area Dental Center, founded in 2003, is part of HealthReach Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center consisting of twelve community health centers located across Central and Western Maine. Dedicated clinicians deliver high-quality healthcare – inclusive of behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, dental, and podiatric services – to residents from 9 of Maine’s 16 counties. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs – including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
A private non-profit with a 49-year history, HealthReach is funded by patient fees, grants, and by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as part of an award totaling $4,815,606 with 82.2% financed by non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
May 13, 2024
Gina Bruno, PA
Kingfield – This July, staff of the Mt. Abram Regional Health Center are happy to welcome Gina Bruno, PA, to their professional healthcare team.
Bruno earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree from the University of Nebraska. Previously, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from Gannon University. Bruno’s wealth of medical experience includes time spent in multiple settings, including Family Practice, Correctional Care, and academic settings.
Bruno shares, “I’m excited about joining the team at Mt. Abram Regional Health Center! The inviting community and the area’s beauty remind me of rural Pennsylvania, where I grew up and learned the importance of helping your neighbors. I look forward to bringing my 25 years of experience to serve the Kingfield community.”
Bruno joins the existing Mt. Abram clinical team – Family Nurse Practitioner, Jennifer Caudell; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Amy Peters; and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Angela Kristoff.
Mt. Abram Regional Health Center, founded in 1986, is part of HealthReach Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center consisting of twelve community health centers located across Central and Western Maine. Dedicated clinicians deliver high-quality healthcare – inclusive of behavioral health, substance use disorder, dental, and podiatric services – to residents from 9 of Maine’s 16 counties. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs – including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
A private non-profit with a 49-year history, HealthReach is funded by patient fees, grants, and by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as part of an award totaling $4,815,606 with 82.2% financed by non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
Apr 16, 2024
Madison – This April, staff of Madison Area Health Center are happy to welcome Dr. Stacey Anderson to their professional healthcare team.
Dr. Stacey Anderson
Anderson earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. Previously, she attended graduate studies in Biochemistry at the University of California and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from Texas A&M University. Dr. Anderson has a strong background in medicine, including a wealth of experience in OB/GYN and women’s health. We look forward to the knowledge and skill that Dr. Anderson will bring to the HealthReach team.
Anderson shares, “I am excited to join the team at the Madison Area Health Center. My goal, since starting Medicine as a career, has been to provide healthcare to underserved populations. My areas of special interest include Reproductive Health, Endocrinology focusing on Diabetes Care, and Whole Person Wellness.”
Anderson joins the existing Madison clinical team – Family Nurse Practitioners, JoHanna Davis and Jeanne Stokes; Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Kelly Bell Bragg; Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Danna Lee; and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Lauren Emery.
Madison Area Health Center, founded in 1977, is part of HealthReach Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center consisting of twelve community health centers located across rural Central and Western Maine. Dedicated clinicians deliver high-quality healthcare – inclusive of behavioral health, substance use disorder, dental, and podiatric services – to residents from 9 of Maine’s 16 counties. To ensure access for everyone, HealthReach accepts Medicare, MaineCare, and major insurance providers. An Affordable Care Program is available to both uninsured and underinsured people. Assistance is available for applications to programs that help with your healthcare and medication costs – including enrollment support for Maine’s Health Insurance Marketplace.
A private non-profit with a 49-year history, HealthReach is funded by patient fees, grants, and by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) as part of an award totaling $4,815,606 with 82.2% financed by non-governmental sources.
The contents above are those of the author, and do not necessarily represent the official views of or an endorsement by, HRSA, DHHS, or the U.S. Government.
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