Mashpee – Community Health Center is proud to welcome Kate Hopkins and Julie Quintero-Schulz to their staff.

Kate Hopkins, RN, MBA is an experienced leader in the health care field, with over 20 years of experience in health care strategy, operations, finance and business development. Kate received her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and her Master of Business Administration at Boston University. Her previous leadership experience includes working at Maine Medical Center in Portland, ME and Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY. Most recently, she served as CEO of Community Dental in Maine. As chief operations officer (COO) at Community Health Center, Kate will supervise nursing services, care management and practice operations.

Julie Quintero-Schulz joins CHC as a proven leader with a wide-ranging skill set including marketing, event management, data analysis and reporting, sales, customer relations and more. Julie earned her Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Georgia in Athens, GA before receiving a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Suffolk University in Boston. Most recently, Julie served as executive director of the Mashpee Chamber of Commerce where she made significant impact on local Mashpee businesses. With almost 20 years of professional experience in varying roles, Julie is joining CHC as chief of staff, to ensure the organization continues to advance its strategic and operational goals.

Mashpee – Community Health Center is proud to welcome Mary O’Neill, MD and Jessica Provo, MD to their staff.

Mary-Amanda Wojtyk O’Neill began her higher education in Kingston, Ontario, Canada at Queen’s University where she earned her Bachelor of Applied Science degree in chemical engineering with biosciences. She then went on to receive her Master of Liberal Arts degree in biotechnology from Harvard University in Cambridge followed by her Doctor of Medicine degree from Albany Medical School in Albany, NY. Dr. O’Neill has been serving patients on Cape Cod for 10 years, and is currently caring for patients at CHC’s Centerville Office located at 1185 Falmouth Road.

Jessica Provo, MD received her Bachelor of Science degree in physiology at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. She then went on to receive her Master of Medical Sciences degree from Boston University followed by her Doctor of Medicine degree from Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. Her practice interests include obesity, diabetes, clinical research, preventive medicine, and pediatric medicine. Dr. Provo is currently caring for patients in CHC’s Sandwich office located at 90 Route 6A.

Mashpee – Community Health Center is pleased to have David Mossop, OD join their team as the new Director of Optometry. Dr. Mossop brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the CHC team, where he will oversee the optometry department and provide patient care at the Mashpee office. In this role, Dr, Mossop will lead the team in delivering a broad range of vision services, from routine eye exams to advanced diagnostic testing for vision-related diseases.

Dr. Mossop received his Bachelor of Health Sciences degree from Brock University in St. Catharines, Ontario, before earning his Doctor of Optometry degree from New England College of Optometry in Boston. Dr. Mossop gained significant experience through various externships, including those at Veterans Affairs facilities in Buffalo, NY, and Manchester, NH, as well as at a vision center in Fernandina Beach, FL and the Lynn Community Health Center.

Community Health Center is proud to welcome Dr. Mossop, whose extensive educational background and diverse clinical experience make him an invaluable asset to the community. CHC continues to offer affordable eyeglasses and contact lenses, ensuring that patients have access to the essential eye care they need. To learn more about CHC’s optometry services, please visit CHCofCapeCod.org/services/optometry or call (508) 477-7090 ext. 1601.

Bourne – Community Health Center hosted its 24th Annual Golf Tournament at Pocasset Golf Club on Monday, September 9. More than 125 golfers participated in the event, raising funds to support Community Health Center’s mission to improve the health of the community through the provision of equitable, patient-centered, high quality, compassionate health care to all, regardless of ability to pay. The Tournament raised $100,000 for Community Health Center’s programs and services, the highest amount in the event’s history.

“We are so very grateful for the outstanding generosity from our community that continues to make the Golf Tournament a success year after year,” said Karen Gardner, Chief Executive Officer at Community Health Center. “This event enables CHC to expand access to essential services across the upper and middle Cape for those in need. Now more than ever, access to this care is vital for the health of our community.”
 
Community Health Center is grateful for the generous support from the community for this event, including gold sponsors BizChecks Payroll, Bowdoin Construction, Cape Cod Five, Chart Room, Dr. R. Bruce & Mrs. Mady Donoff, Foundations Group Recovery Centers, Hilb Group, L. Enos Jr. Restorations, Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers, MEDCOM Architectural Group, Northland Residential, Raponi Drywall & Plastering, Mr. Patrick Scanlan, Slade Mortgage and Southern Middlesex Industries Inc. A volunteer committee chaired by Mike Burton and Ben Hixon, and including Heather Brigham, Amy Connell, Lee Enos, Rob Frangieh, Rudy Hunter, David Jarvis, Rick Kelleher, Mitchell Lassiter, Greg Siroonian and Joe Smith was instrumental in making the event a success.

Slade Mortgage’s team of Janice Burton, Mike Burton, Bill Guggina and Scott Liebkemann placed first in the women’s/mixed division. Bowdoin Construction’s team of Rich Healey, Max Hilchuk, Mike Kelly and Brendan Wall placed first in the men’s division. More information about Community Health Center’s Golf Tournament can be found at CHCofCapeCod.org/golf.    

SAN ANTONIO, August 25th, 2024 – Telemedicine technology company CSI Health (www.csihealth.net), a provider of customized telemedicine solutions for healthcare professionals, school-based care providers, assisted-living facilities, corporate wellness programs, retail, pharmacies, and more, welcomes their newest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) client, Community Health Center of Cape Cod (www.chcofcapecod.org). Community Health Center of Cape Cod is a non-profit FQHC, providing primary and preventative health services that care for all patients, regardless of ability to pay or insurance status. The CSI Health QuickCheck kiosk is deployed at the health center’s pharmacy in Falmouth, MA, making regular health screening and preventative services accessible.

“We are excited for visitors to our pharmacy to really engage in their healthcare with CSI’s kiosk,” said Katy O’Connell, COO of Community Health Center of Cape Cod. “At CHC, we strive to embrace innovations that will improve access to care and empower patients to be partners in their healthcare journeys, and the kiosk supports both of those aims”

The state-of-the-art kiosk is designed to provide convenient access to essential health measurements, including blood pressure and pulse oximeter readings. To help support greater health literacy in the community, the kiosk is open to the public and health center patients. The kiosks aim to streamline the process of monitoring vital signs, making it easier for individuals to stay on top of their health. For CHC patients, biometric data collected through the kiosk can be easily reported to their provider via MyChart from the kiosk screen.

“We are excited to partner with CHC to help enhance their patient experience and extend their reach into the communities they serve,” said CSI Health Founder and CEO, Brad Bowen. “At CSI, we understand that every customer’s needs are unique, and working with Cape Cod, we designed a workflow that specifically engages with their end users.”

With the launch of the Community Health Center of Cape Cod, CSI Health looks to continue advancing its efforts within the FQHC segment, partnering with clinics for better healthcare everywhere.

ABOUT
CSI Health is a privately held telehealth technology company that provides customized telemedicine solutions to healthcare professionals, school-based care providers, assisted-living facilities, corporate wellness programs, retail pharmacies, and more. For more information, please visit csihealth.net or contact Andy Hvizd, Head of Growth, [email protected] Community Health Center of Cape Cod, established in 1998, is a non-profit Federally Qualified Health Centre (FQHC), providing primary and preventative health services.

Grants to Falmouth-Based Organizations in Support of Digital Navigator Programs Are Part of Comcast’s Ongoing Local Investment

Falmouth, MA – May 10, 2024 – Today, Comcast announced it is awarding $80,000 in grants to two Falmouth-based organizations to help advance digital equity through Digital Navigator programs. Digital Navigators are trusted individuals affiliated with local nonprofits, educational institutions or governmental organizations who are trained to help people learn how to get online, use devices and acquire digital skills.

Community Health Center (CHC) will receive $50,000 from Comcast to support a full-time Digital Navigator position. CHC offers comprehensive, high quality compassionate health care to all, regardless of ability to pay. The Digital Navigator will assist patients with electronic tools, including various telehealth options, to ensure a great patient experience at CHC.

Elder Services of Cape Cod will receive $30,000 from Comcast to create a Digital Navigator program for seniors. Elder Services of Cape Cod offers computer training to adults over 60 years of age. The grant will support Elder Services outreach to additional senior citizens in need of digital skills support.

These grants are part of Project UP, Comcast’s $1 billion commitment to advance digital equity through programs and community partnerships that connect people to the Internet, advance economic mobility and open doors for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, storytellers and creators. This investment includes digital equity programs such as Internet Essentials, Lift Zones and Digital Navigators.

“Thanks to Comcast’s support, we’re connecting patients to electronic tools to enable them to take more direct control of their healthcare and access self-service options for their healthcare needs,” said Karen L. Gardner, Chief Executive Officer of Community Health Center. “Investments in our community such as this grant and continued affordable Internet options such as Internet Essentials change the lives of the individuals and families we serve every day.”

Comcast has a continued focus on the Falmouth area, including the recent announcement that it turbo-charged its next-generation network, with 2 gigabits-per-second (Gbps) download speeds and up to 10x faster upload speeds now available to all customers in Falmouth over the connections already existing in homes and businesses.

“We have a longstanding commitment to Falmouth and Cape Cod, and we understand the important role that the Internet and digital literacy play in helping to build a future of unlimited possibilities for everyone in the community,” said Carolyne Hannan, Senior Vice President of Comcast’s New England Region.
“We are proud to support these local organizations to ensure residents have the tools, resources and opportunities they need to participate and excel in an increasingly digital world.”

Comcast is deeply committed to advancing digital equity in the communities it serves. Since its inception in 2011, Comcast’s Internet Essentials has connected more than 10 million low-income Americans to broadband service at home, including more than 620,000 in Massachusetts. Additionally, Comcast has launched more than 1,250 Lift Zones in community centers nationwide – with 80 locations in Massachusetts alone – to provide students and families with free, high-speed WiFi. Comcast also has 15 Digital Navigator programs throughout Massachusetts.

For additional information on Project UP and Comcast’s digital equity initiatives, visit https://corporate.comcast.com/impact/project-up.  

Bourne – Community Health Center will be hosting their 24th Annual Golf Tournament at Pocasset Golf Club (24 Club House Drive, Pocasset) on Monday, September 9. Last year’s event featured a sold-out field that raised a record-breaking amount to support CHC’s programs and services.

The funds raised from this event go directly to impact Community Health Center’s mission, to improve the health of the community through the provision of equitable, patient-centered, high quality, compassionate health care to all, regardless of ability to pay. Community Health Center serves more than 25,000 patients, offering integrated care services to those most in need.

This Golf Tournament is instrumental in helping CHC tackle social determinants of health, including addressing housing and food insecurity, transportation challenges, employment issues, language barriers and access to affordable health care for so many in our community. Support of this event can help individuals overcome these barriers and will make a lasting impact on their health and well-being.

The CHC Golf Tournament will begin with a 12:30 shotgun start, and includes lunch, a cocktail reception, on-course contests, dinner, awards and both a silent and live auction. To register, learn more or find other ways to support Community Health Center’s Golf Tournament, visit CHCofCapeCod.org/golf.  If you have questions, please contact Christopher Ellis at [email protected] or (508) 477-5990. 

Mashpee – Community Health Center is pleased to announce the addition of Beth Bullock-McGrail to its Board of Directors.

Beth grew up in upstate New York and graduated from Hamilton College in Clinton, NY with a Bachelor of Arts degree in French. Beth’s professional experience consists of marketing communications, both in corporate marketing and through work in multiple advertising agencies. The majority of her career was spent with McDonald’s Corporation, where she acted as the Chief Marketing Officer for 650 franchises and corporate restaurants throughout New England and upstate New York. In addition to her degree in French, Beth earned a Brand Mastery Certification from Northwestern University.

Beth currently serves as the Vice President of Client Relations for Pierce-Cote/Regan Communications based in Osterville. Over the years, she has served on various non-profit boards of directors, including Cafe Lena in Saratoga Springs, NY and Ronald McDonald House Charities. She and her husband have been patients of Community Health Center’s Mashpee office for six years. They live in Mashpee and are active members of St Barnabas’ Episcopal Church in Falmouth.

Join us on April 9th from 12-3 pm at the Mashpee Public Library for a job fair hosted by the Mashpee Chamber, in partnership with MassHire, Mashpee Commons, the Mashpee Public Library, and South Cape Village. CHC’s recruitment team will be there to share our current job opportunities, meet potential applicants, and provide all information on careers at Community Health Center.

Mashpee – Community Health Center is excited to announce a new initiative set to have a wide-reaching positive impact on patient care. The Collaborative Drug Therapy Management (CDTM) Program allows licensed Pharmacists to enter a written, collaborative practice agreement (CPA) with a supervising physician within the scope of the supervising physician’s practice. Under the leadership of John Correira RPh, Director of Pharmacy Services at CHC, the program seeks to optimize patients’ medication plans by facilitating seamless coordination between pharmacists and physicians. Jumpstarting this program are two exceptional pharmacists, Jennifer Steele, Pharm D, and Elizabeth Pollard, Pharm D, both of whom are excited to bring their wealth of experience and expertise to CHC patient care.

Jennifer has been serving as a staff pharmacist at the Mashpee office for ten years. She has an impressive pharmaceutical care background that includes working as a post marketing safety evaluator for the Food and Drug Administration as well as in a clinical pharmacist role with Home Solutions Infusion Therapy. Jennifer received her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy and completed her pharmacy practice residency at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Jennifer’s diverse clinical experience has equipped her with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complex landscape of patient medication management. Elizabeth Pollard, PharmD, is another talented CHC pharmacist who brings a unique blend of skills and experience to the program. She began her career as a pharmacy technician at Heywood Hospital in Gardner, MA, before receiving her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy in Worchester. Since then, she has gained extensive experience in retail settings, growing her background in operations management, patient education, immunizations, and error prevention. Elizabeth joined the Community Health Center team in 2021 when CHC’s retail pharmacy in Falmouth opened.

Through the CDTM program, Jennifer and Elizabeth will be able to initiate, monitor, adjust or discontinue a patient’s drug therapy, ensuring that each individual receives tailored care that aligns with their unique needs. Through access to comprehensive patient histories, vital signs assessments and relevant laboratory test results, these pharmacists will work hand in hand with physicians to manage conditions including hypertension and diabetes with greater precision and efficacy. “The CDTM program will allow our Clinical Pharmacists to apply their specific medication knowledge, skills, and abilities to ensure optimal results from drug therapy,” explains John Correira. “This team-based, patient-centered approach will focus on the quality of patient outcomes.” By combining medication management with nutrition, education and follow-up interventions, Jennifer, Elizabeth, and their colleagues will strive to deliver comprehensive, high-quality care that places the patient at the forefront of every decision.

Whether through the provision of affordable prescriptions for patients, or the accessibility of retail pharmacy services to the public community, CHC remains dedicated to promoting health and wellness for all. CHC pharmacists make sure that each patient leaves with the information and support they need to be confident that their care plan is uniquely best to meet their individual health goals. CHC has three convenient onsite pharmacies in Mashpee, Falmouth and Bourne. The Falmouth and Bourne Retail Pharmacies are open to both the public and CHC patients, with the ability to accept prescriptions from any provider’s office. CHC’s Mashpee Pharmacy provides affordable prescriptions for Community Health Center patients. To learn more about Community Health Center’s Pharmacy Services, please visit CHCofCapeCod.org/services/pharmacy.