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Events and Activities in the News...Primary Care and Hope Clinic to Host Free Community Health Fair for Adults and SeniorsEvent offered in partnership with Prevent Blindness Tennessee and Vanderbilt Coalition for Healthy Aging MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (February 2012)– The Primary Care and Hope Clinic will host a free Community Health Fair for adults and seniors on Friday, March 9th from 9am- 1pm. Free screenings will include: blood glucose screening, bone density assessments, hearing screenings, vision/ glaucoma screenings, blood pressure assessment and nutritional counseling. Diabetic retinopathy screenings will be offered for adults over forty. Regular health screenings provide aging adults with the opportunity to prevent the onset of certain diseases. Early detection of medical conditions like diabetes, vision loss, hearing loss or bone density loss can often result in treatment options that are more effective. The Community Health Fair is offered in partnership with Prevent Blindness Tennessee and Vanderbilt Coalition for Healthy Aging. Appointments are required. Those interested may call the Primary Care and Hope Clinic at (615) 893-9390 to schedule. The Primary Care and Hope Clinic is a not-for-profit healthcare clinic providing quality, affordable family health services to medically uninsured, underserved, Medicare and Medicaid families and is located at 1453 A Hope Way in Murfreesboro. Uninsured patients pay on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. For more information about the Primary Care and Hope Clinic visit www.hopeclnc.org.
Primary Care and Hope Clinic Receives Donation from Stones River Dermatology MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (February 2012)– The Primary Care and Hope Clinic recently received a donation for $1,400 from Dr. Ronald ‘Junior’ Nelson with Stones River Dermatology. The generous donation is the result of funds raised during an Open House celebrating the relocation of the Stones River Dermatology office. Stones River Dermatology is now located in The Gateway at 1608 Williams Dr., Suite 200 in the Waterstone Professional Building. The state-of-the art facility provides a wide range of services including general dermatology, Pediatric dermatology, cosmetic skin care solutions and diagnosis and treatment for skin cancer. “We are overwhelmed and humbled by the generosity of our patients and guests,” says Dr. Nelson. “We truly believe in the mission of the Primary Care and Hope Clinic and are honored to help further their mission of ‘hope and healing for all.” Dr. Nelson is a Board Certified Dermatologist, graduate of Vanderbilt and Stanford Universities and a former Air Force Flight Surgeon. Dr. Nelson, his wife Laura and their daughter make their home in Murfreesboro. “We are grateful for the generous support that we’ve received from Stones River Dermatology and wish them the best as they strive to provide the community with premier dermatologic care,” said Lisa Terry, Primary Care and Hope Clinic CEO.
Tennessee Primary Care Association Honors Tennessee’s Health Care Leaders with 2011 TPCA Awards of Excellence Primary Care and Hope Clinic CEO Honored MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (December 2011)– Representatives from the Tennessee Primary Care Association recently presented their annual Awards of Excellence to health care leaders during their Annual President’s Dinner. Lisa Terry, CEO of the Primary Care and Hope Clinic, was awarded the Susan P. Smith Award of Excellence as a critical partner for the Association staff. This award, named in honor of Susan P. Smith, recognizes outstanding contributions in advancing health center programs and working to strengthen the partnerships between health centers and Association staff. Smith was a certificated family nurse practitioner and a member of the U. S. Public Health Service Commission Corps. In the mid-70s, she provided nursing services to a community health center in Bean Station, Tennessee. She also helped organize the Association and served on its board as an officer and director for three years. Terry received the award in recognition of her ongoing efforts to work with the TPCA staff to improve health care services to the underserved. She is a member of the TPCA Executive Committee and Board of Directors, and serves as the Chair of the Clinical Advisory Committee. She served on the Faith-Based Task Force, and has been a member of both the Annual Conference Committee & the Conference Evaluation Committee. “We’ve kept her busy within the Tennessee Primary Care Association,” said Christi Granstaff, Deputy Director of TPCA. “Whenever we call on her, she is willing and ready to help us in our mission to increase access to quality health care in Tennessee.”
Primary Care and Hope Clinic Recieves Grant from Susan G. Komen to Fund Breast Cancer Initiatives MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (June 2011)– The Primary Care and Hope Clinic recently received a grant for more than $37, 000 from Susan G. Komen to help fund the clinic’s “Ladies for Life” breast cancer education program. “Ladies for Life” focuses on early detection and examinations for uninsured and underserved women. The grant provides resources for the Primary Care and Hope Clinic to distribute breast health information to all patients, provide breast health exams for uninsured patients and bring culturally sensitive breast health information to women in their own community. Breast cancer is the most prevalent cancer in the world today, withabout 1.3 million people diagnosed annually. The exact cause is unknown, and at this time, there is no cure. With heightened awareness, early detection, improved treatment methods and increased access to breast health services, people have a greater chance of survival than ever before. “We are grateful for the generous support that we receive from Susan G. Komen,” states Lisa Terry, Primary Care and Hope Clinic CEO. “This grant provides the Primary Care and Hope Clinic with the resources to continue our mission of serving uninsured and underserved families in our community.” Up to 75 percent of the net income from each Susan G. Komen affiliate stays in the local community to fund breast health education, screening and treatment programs. A minimum of 25 percent of the net income from each affiliate supports the National Komen Grants program, which funds groundbreaking breast cancer research, awards, and educational and scientific conferences around the world. The Primary Care and Hope Clinic is a not-for-profit healthcare clinic providing quality, affordable family health services to medically uninsured, underserved, Medicare and Medicaid families in Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The clinic operates on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. For more information call 615-893-9390 or go to www.hopeclnc.org.
Primary Care and Hope Clinic to Host "Secrets of the Supermarket... Making Health Chioces" MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (June 2011)– On Tuesday, June 21st and Tuesday, June 28th the Primary Care and Hope Clinic is hosting ‘Secrets of the Supermarket- Making Healthy Choices’. The free educational workshops are designed to teach participants how to make healthy choices when planning meals and shopping for groceries. Each session begins at 1 p.m. in the Education Classroom of the Primary Care and Hope Clinic. The program will be led by registered dietician, Vivian Bossong. Bossong, Diabetes and Health Educator with the Primary Care and Hope Clinic, has more than eighteen years of experience in weight management, nutrition services and diabetes counseling. “It’s often challenging to try to plan healthy meals due to the overwhelming amount of information available,” says Bossong. “Often, foods may be marketed as healthy but contain hidden calories, fats and sodium. We will explore how to look past the marketing information and truly understand which foods are best for a healthy lifestyle.” Those attending the program will learn how to understand food labels, discover the components of a healthy meal plan and be able to identify nutrient dense foods found throughout the supermarket. Examples of affordable, healthy food choices found in local supermarkets will be provided. To register for the June 21st or June 28th class, call the Primary Care and Hope Clinic at 615-893-9390.The Primary Care and Hope Clinic is a not-for-profit healthcare clinic providing quality, affordable family health services to medically uninsured, underserved, Medicare and Medicaid families in Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The clinic operates on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. For more information call 615-893-9390 or go to www.hopeclnc.org.
Health and Literacy Forum Addresses Issues Involved in Caring for Low Literacy Patients MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (April 2011)– Educators and health providers were given an opportunity to learn how to recognize and support patients with low literacy levels during a recent Health and Literacy forum hosted by The Primary Care and Hope Clinic, Read to Succeed and Middle Tennessee Medical Center. According to a current study released by the U.S. government, people who have trouble reading and understanding health information are more likely to end up in the emergency room or the hospital and are less likely to get cost-saving preventive care such as flu shots or mammograms. “It is critical for health care professionals to be able to recognize the signs of low literacy,” said Ronni Shaw, Read To Succeed Executive Director. “With 44% of adults in Rutherford County struggling to be competent readers, many patients are embarrassed to admit they have difficulty following printed medical directions. By recognizing the signs of low reading levels, medical providers can better support their patients.” The forum described signs of a low-literacy level patient, discussed how to support those patients, and offered insight on how to refer those patients to available services. Speakers included health care professionals and educators: Ayne Cantrell, PHD, Tonya Hobbs, LICSW, Utpal Patel, MD,and Shane Reeves, Pharm D. "The panelists did an excellent job of sharing how literacy skills, or lack of them, directly affect an individual's ability to respond to a medical caregiver's instructions for themselves or their families. Literacy matters impacts all areas of our lives and no less in health care. The panelists also provided some very practical ways of working with individuals who are unable to read, and encouraged each of us to be aware of those needs and actively reach out with care and compassion,” stated Laura Beth Jackson,Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce Business Education Partnership.Educators and healthcare professionals agree that the forum touched on a serious issue in today’s health care environment. "As an educator, I know the impact of health care on a child's ability to learn and be successful in school, but I found today's discussion of the impact of literacy on an adult's ability to manage his or her health care to be very enlightening. I certainly hope there will be continued opportunities to explore concerns and questions raised in today's meeting,” stated Diane Mackey, ESL Coordinator, Rutherford County Schools. "This program would be beneficial to all providers in the medical field. It provided practical interventions that one could apply to identify the person with literacy related issues in an effort to impact the totality of their care,” stated program attendee Shawn McFarland, Pharm D. Read To Succeed is a community literacy collaborative in Rutherford County that promotes reading, with an emphasis on family literacy. This non-profit initiative supports literacy programs and fosters awareness of the importance of reading. For more information about Read To Succeed go to www.readtosucceed.org or call (615) 738-7323. The Primary Care and Hope Clinic is a not-for-profit healthcare clinic providing quality, affordable family health services to medically uninsured, underserved, Medicare and Medicaid families in Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The clinic operates on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. For more information call 615-893-9390 or go to www.hopeclnc.org.
Primary Care and Hope Clinic Announces Addition of Chief Information Officer MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (February 2011)– The Primary Care and Hope Clinic announces the addition of Sean Gilliland as the new Chief Information Officer. Gilliland graduated from Tennessee Tech with a degree in Economics. Prior to joining the Primary Care and Hope Clinic, Gilliland served as Field Representative for Congressman Bart Gordon’s office. As Chief Information Officer with the Primary Care and Hope Clinic, Gilliland will be responsible for tracking quality improvement data, writing grants, coordinating program development and assisting with community outreach. “Sean comes to us with more than fifteen years of experience in public, private and non-profit sectors,” notes Lisa Terry, CEO, Primary Care and Hope Clinic. “His experience in leadership and technology combined with his excellent writing and public speaking skills will be a great asset for the Primary Care and Hope Clinic.” The Primary Care and Hope Clinic is a not-for-profit healthcare clinic providing quality, affordable family health services to medically uninsured, underserved, Medicare and Medicaid families in Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The clinic operates on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. For more information call 615-893-9390 or go to www.hopeclnc.org.
Primary Care and Hope Clinic Announces Addition of Diabetes Health Educator MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (January 2011)– The Primary Care and Hope Clinic announces the addition of Vivian Bossong as the new Diabetes Educator. Bossong, a registered dietician, graduated from Memphis State University with a Masters in Clinical Nutrition in 1992. As a Diabetes Educator, Bossong will work to develop a program that will help manage and improve the overall health status of patients who are at risk for diabetes as well as those who currently have diabetes and related conditions. She will also attend a one week Diabetes Self-Management Training Program at Stanford School of Medicine and will co-teach a Diabetes Self-Management series and leader trainings. Her position is the result of a grant awarded by the State of Tennessee. “We are thrilled to have Vivian join our team,” says Lisa Terry, CEO, Primary Care and Hope Clinic. “By adding Diabetes Education to our services we are better able to care for our diabetic patients and hopefully help prevent the disease from developing in those who are at risk.” The Primary Care and Hope Clinic is a not-for-profit healthcare clinic providing quality, affordable family health services to medically uninsured, underserved, Medicare and Medicaid families in Rutherford and Cannon Counties. The clinic operates on a sliding fee scale based on income and family size. For more information call 615-893-9390 or go to www.hopeclnc.org.
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