Summer in Arizona means beautiful blue skies, sunny days, and plenty of time spent outdoors. But with all that sunshine, it’s important to remember th …
Measles is a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease with confirmed cases in 35 states, including Arizona. It can be dangerous, especially fo …
If you’re age 45 or older, it’s time to schedule your colonoscopy. We know, it’s not really anyone’s idea of a good time, but colonoscopies are a powe …
Karen Holder, FNP, has been part of North Country HealthCare since its inception in 1991. At North Country HealthCare, we believe every person deserves easily accessible, quality healthcare delivered in an atmosphere of respect. Karen Holder, one of our family nurse practitioners, has been embodying this belief since our beginning. In the 30-plus years that Karen has been an integral part of the organization, she has served hundreds of patients with her special brand of compassionate care. Her passion for our mission and dedication to our patients are an inspiration to her teammates. It’s obvious to anyone who sees her …
Choosing the right provider for your family could mean a long-term, mutually beneficial relationship! If you’ve recently moved to a new area, or if you’re simply not satisfied with the healthcare you’re currently receiving, you may be thinking that finding a primary care physician before you become sick is a good idea. And indeed, it is! It’s always easier to ask the right questions and make good decisions regarding your healthcare when you’re feeling great. Waiting until you are sick to seek out a new provider may mean a delay in receiving the treatment and medication you need to get …
Nearly all health insurance plans, both public and private, cover preventive care at no cost. Preventive care is a top priority at North Country HealthCare due to its critical role in safeguarding a patient’s overall health. Routine wellness exams help identify health risk factors and allow for timely intervention. A wellness visit is key to combating most lifestyle-related conditions such as stroke, diabetes, heart disease and hypertension. To help you make the most of your health insurance, we answered six commonly-asked questions about preventive care and how it works. 1. Are wellness exams covered by insurance? Yes! Health plans are …
“My own definition of leadership is this: The capacity and the will to rally men and women to a common purpose and the character which inspires confidence.” —General Montgomery, senior British Army Officer who served in the First and Second World Wars. Amanda Guay, MPH, is nominated for the ATHENA Award for her over 20 year commitment to public health. Amanda Guay, MPH, is the Community Health Director at North Country HealthCare, and she epitomizes the above quote. It is for her capacity and will to rally others to a common purpose, and her inspirational character, that she was named …
Understanding your health insurance will help you take better care of yourself and your family. As many of us are still welcoming in 2022, it might mean you have new health insurance coverage for the new calendar year. Lots of employers who provide coverage for their employees will shop around for new plans year after year, to offer more benefits to their employees and to save money on the cost of insuring their staff. But sometimes a change in your insurance plan can be confusing, and that confusion can sometimes mean individuals are under-utilizing their insurance – not taking advantage …
North Country HealthCare CEO, Dr. Anne Newland, was recently featured on the podcast from Maricopa County Medical Society. North Country HealthCare CEO, Dr. Anne Newland was featured on the Arizona Physician Podcast published earlier this month. In the episode she talked about how COVID has affected communities in northern Arizona, as well as the benefits and drawbacks of telemedicine. She also provided insights on how primary care doctors can be an important pillar in the communities where they live and work. Read on below for a complete transcript of the interview with Dr. Newland, hosted by Taylor Pomeranz, Masters of …
Sprinter vans can be modified to contain an exam area in the back of mobile medical units like this one. Beginning last April North Country HealthCare started offering medical services in Mohave County on their mobile medical unit. The mobile medical unit, or MMU, is a Sprinter van that has been modified to serve as an exam room. The back of the van houses an exam chair and everything the provider and medical assistant need to complete a regular medical appointment. North Country HealthCare first began offering services through a mobile medical unit in 2012 in Flagstaff, Arizona. The mobile medical …
National Health Center Week takes place Aug. 8 – 14, 2021. The team at North Country HealthCare is excited to celebrate National Health Center Week 2021 from August 8 – August 14. The week serves as an opportunity to highlight the important work being done by community health centers across the country to care for millions of Americans. North Country HealthCare will be hosting a CEO Town Hall event on Thursday, August 12th at 7:30 a.m. North Country HealthCare CEO Dr. Anne Newland will discuss “Health Policy Priorities During the Pandemic Recovery.” The event will be offered both in-person (in …
North Country’s dental team educates patients where they are – in the clinic or out in the community. Many people may not realize that tooth decay is the most common chronic disease among children. Tooth decay is an infectious, transmissible disease caused by bacteria on the teeth, which creates acid and erodes enamel. It is a serious issue and is entirely preventable. North Country HealthCare is committed to the health and wellbeing of northern Arizona’s children and their oral health. North Country has joined in the fight to prevent tooth decay by providing education both inside and outside of the …
Roxana Contreras Cardiel was awarded a Key to the City by former Flagstaff mayor Coral Evans. In 2014 Roxana Contreras Cardiel was walking into the living room of a Flagstaff resident, discussing ways to improve the health and wellbeing of those living in her neighborhood. Roxana was doing her work as a community health worker with Hermosa Vida, a North Country HealthCare program created to address health inequality in Flagstaff. Roxana started to take notes on her clipboard as they talked about the need for better access to healthy foods and more opportunities for families to engage in physical activity. …
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North Country HealthCare has been recognized by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in 11 northern Arizona communities.
