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MaineHealth introduces online scheduling

STATE — Patients at MaineHealth’s 52 primary care practices across Maine and New Hampshire may now schedule primary care office visits through the online MyChart patient portal. “We’ve heard from our patients that they are looking for flexibility with scheduling. These days, you can schedule everything from a car repair to a restaurant reservation online […]

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Davis awarded certification in nursing informatics

FARMINGTON — Franklin Memorial Hospital (FMH) is pleased to announce that long-term employee Taffy Davis, MSN, RN-BC, has been awarded certification in nursing informatics by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This certification is designed for registered nurses who have a strong background in both nursing and informatics. Davis is just one of two care […]

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HealthReach welcomes Amy Peters

Franklin County — This July, HealthReach Community Health Centers staff from across Franklin County – at practices in Kingfield, Rangeley, and Strong – welcome Amy Peters, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, to the team. Amy earned her master’s degree in nursing from Walden University in Maryland. Previously, she earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from […]

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PACC plans trade show

PHILLIPS — Phillips Area Community Center announces the details for the Second Annual Trade Show on April 15, from 1-4 p.m. at 21 Depot St. in Phillips. The show is open to any business or organization in Phillips, Avon and Madrid. It doesn’t matter whether you are an established business or starting a new one. […]

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Franklin Community Health taps Sergio as its new president

FARMINGTON — Barbara Sergio, currently chief operating officer and interim president of Franklin Community Health Network and Franklin Memorial Hospital, has been named the organization’s president. Sergio is stepping into the president’s role following the appointment of Trampas Hutches, FCHN’s previous president, as president of MaineHealth’s newly formed Mountain Region, encompassing FCHN, Stephens Memorial Hospital/Western […]

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HealthReach welcomes Cinder Savage

STRONG — This March, staff at Strong Area Health Center are happy to welcome Cinder Savage, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, to the team. Cinder earned her master’s degree in Social Work from the University of New England. Previously, she earned her bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation from the University of Maine at Farmington. Cinder brings a […]

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Hannaford Supermarkets installing AEDs at all stores

SCARBOROUGH – In recognition of the heart health of its customers and associates and in conjunction with American Heart Month, Hannaford Supermarkets today announced that all 185 stores throughout New England and New York will have available automated external defibrillators (AEDs). Installation of the devices is currently underway. Recognized as a critical life-saving device during […]

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Franklin Memorial Hospital appoints chief nursing officer

FARMINGTON — Franklin Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce that Deanna Orfanidis, MSN, RN, has begun her new role as chief nursing officer (CNO). As chief nursing officer, Orfanidis is responsible for advancing quality initiatives, creating a culture of safety and improving nursing engagement. Most recently, Orfanidis served as CNO for Northwestern Medical Center, a […]