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Brighter Smiles for a Brighter Future: North Country HealthCare’s Pediatric Dental Services

02/15/2024 by Kari Perlewitz


February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, which is the perfect time to shine a light on the importance of pediatric dental services and the lifelong benefits of good dental habits! For us here at North Country HealthCare, nurturing these habits from an early age is one of the most important ways we build healthier futures and healthier communities in Northern Arizona. What Do Pediatric Dental Visits Entail? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends scheduling a child’s first dental appointment as soon as their first tooth appears, or by their first birthday. This might seem too early, but these …

Nurturing Aspiring Healthcare Professionals with Our Future Faces of Family Medicine Program

01/31/2024 by Kari Perlewitz


In the heart of Flagstaff, a groundbreaking initiative is shaping the future of healthcare! North Country HealthCare’s Future Faces of Family Medicine (FFFM) program aims to provide an invaluable mentorship opportunity to students who have expressed an interest in healthcare. This in-person program exposes students to a wide range of applications and topics designed to prepare them for a potential future career in the healthcare industry. The Future Faces of Family Medicine program is run through The NARBHA Institute  Family & Community Medicine Residency program at the Colorado Plateau Center for Health Professions (CPCHP), with funding from the Direct Relief …

North Country HealthCare & Flagstaff City Public Libraries Partner to Promote Literacy

08/05/2016 by Sarah Pena


Visitors to North Country HealthCare’s Flagstaff 4th Street location will notice some new additions to the central lobby. Flagstaff City – Coconino County Public Libraries supplied an Early Literacy Station, complete with entertaining activities to make the waiting time easier for families with small children. The Early Literacy Station includes a quality collection of books, a comfy bench, a computer with early literacy games, and a listening center. These unique options will not only spark learning and creativity in awaiting patients, but will also promote services offered at the Flagstaff Public Libraries. Library story time and event calendars are displayed, giving …

Dr. Rosalie Marinelli Certified To Perform Screenings for Autism Spectrum Disorder

06/28/2016 by Sarah Pena


Dr. Rosalie Marinelli, board certified pediatrician at North Country HealthCare With one in 64 Arizona children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Arizona has one of the highest rates of ASD in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Until recently, families living in northern Arizona were forced to drive to Phoenix to have their child screened for being at-risk for ASD. Dr. Rosalie Marinelli, MD, a pediatrician at North Country HealthCare, is now certified to determine if a child is at risk for ASD; she is one of only two pediatricians able to do …

Hermosa Vida Program’s Case Study Featured on Key Industry Website

06/02/2016 by Sarah Pena


Residents volunteer to organize a protest rally at the trailer park. Photo by Frank X. Moraga/AmigosNAZ On Friday, May 20th North Country HealthCare’s Hermosa Vida program was featured in a collection of case studies created by Active Living by Design, an organization that advocates for healthier communities across the United States. Active Living by Design (ALBD) published a collection of six case examples about clinical-community partnerships which have effectively addressed social determinants of health and have advocated to improve community conditions. In publishing the case studies, ALBD hopes to highlight best practices of clinical-community collaboration, and to serve as a …

Ahoy to Summer: Anchors Aweigh to Health!

04/11/2016 by Sarah Pena


Tell your little scallywags to dig out their bathing suits and eye patches – Ahoy to Summer: Anchors Aweigh to Health is almost here! Flagstaff’s most fun children’s health and wellness fair will be held at the Flagstaff Aquaplex on Saturday, April 30th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event, sponsored by North Country HealthCare and the City of Flagstaff, will feature free health and dental screenings from North Country HealthCare providers, free sports physicals, and tons of great information about children’s health and wellness. Kids will love all the fun activity stations, live music from the Big …

Winslow

01/16/2016 by Sam Hipolito


Medical Facility & Healthcare Providers in Winslow North Country HealthCare Winslow offers comprehensive medical care in an easily accessible, family-friendly location. Patients have access to an on-site laboratory for tests such as blood draws and drug testing. This means patients don’t need to travel for routine diagnostic tests. North Country HealthCare’s doctors and care providers are dedicated to providing primary care to you and your whole family. Our family practice offers a limited number of same day appointments for established patients. We accept most insurance plans and offer affordable payment options for those who are uninsured or underinsured. Our low-cost options …

Williams

01/16/2016 by Sam Hipolito


Medical Facility & Healthcare Providers in Williams North Country HealthCare Williams provides comprehensive, one-stop healthcare to the residents and visitors of Williams. Urgent Care is open daily and the health center provides same-day appointments. Patients have access to an on-site laboratory for tests such as blood draws and drug testing, and on-site X-ray services. This means patients don’t need to travel for routine diagnostic tests. Our physical therapists provide therapy to improve overall body function and strength following an injury or medical procedure. Dental care, including pediatric dental care, is now available at our Williams location every Monday and Wednesday …

Show Low

01/15/2016 by Sam Hipolito


Medical Facility & Healthcare Providers in Show Low North Country HealthCare Show Low, located in the heart of the community, offers easy access to the best healthcare in the area. Patients have access to an on-site laboratory so there is no need to drive to another location for tests such as blood draws, employment physicals and drug testing. North Country HealthCare’s doctors and care providers are dedicated to providing primary care to you and your whole family. Our family practice offers a limited number of same day appointments for established patients. We accept most insurance plans and offer affordable payment …

Round Valley

01/15/2016 by Sam Hipolito


Medical Facility & Healthcare Providers in Round Valley / Springerville North Country HealthCare Round Valley, located in the heart of the community, offers easy access to the best healthcare in the area. Patients have access to an on-site laboratory so there is no need to drive to another location for tests such as blood draws, employment physicals and drug testing. North Country HealthCare’s doctors and care providers are dedicated to providing primary care to you and your whole family. Our family practice offers a limited number of same day appointments for established patients. We accept most insurance plans and offer affordable …

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