Category: Health Care

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Millbrook Health Center

August 7, 2020 No Comments

Millbrook Health CenterEnsuring your care continues! We are pleased to announce the opening of our new Millbrook Health Center. The Millbrook Health Center is a

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Introducing The Almond Campus

July 24, 2020 No Comments

Introducing the Almond CampusCamarena Health’s Biggest Project Ever We are pleased to announce our largest expansion to date: a five-building campus on Almond Avenue in

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Promotores de Salud Partner with UC Merced’s Nicotine & Cannabis Policy Center

March 6, 2020 No Comments

Camarena Health’s Promotores de Salud have partnered for research with the Nicotine & Cannabis Policy Center (NCPC) at University of California Merced.

Developing Central California’s Healthcare Workforce

December 10, 2019 No Comments

In partnership with the Madera Workforce Assistance Center, Camarena Health offers training and employment to those seeking careers in healthcare.

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I Think We Really Make a Difference Here

November 27, 2019 No Comments

Between them, Physician’s Assistants Kevin Tiyaamornwong and Moises Zamora have spent over 36 years caring for patients and creating memories at Camarena Health.

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“They Don’t Have You Waiting” – A Camarena Health Story

November 19, 2019 No Comments

Rosario Nava is a no-nonsense woman who does not have time to wait. Which is why it is important, says Rosario, that Camarena Health never keeps her waiting.

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It Is Gratifying to Watch Patients Grow

November 5, 2019 No Comments

Pediatrician Dr. Guillermo Sandoval’s life has slowed down quite a bit since he started with Camarena Health – which is exactly what he wanted.

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Changing Patients’ Attitude Toward Care

October 23, 2019 No Comments

Dr. Kirandeep Panatch chose to practice dentistry at Camarena Health because she knew we would allow her to focus on patient care above all else. She has stayed because she knows her care is making a difference.

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Our New Chowchilla Health Center Is Open Now!

October 11, 2019 No Comments

On October 2, we celebrated the grand opening of our new, multi-facility health center in Chowchilla, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tour.

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“There Is a Family Atmosphere Here” – A Camarena Health Story

October 7, 2019 No Comments

Ronnie Hill is a 55-year-old jokester and diabetic who will talk your ear off if you let him. That is why he is especially grateful for Camarena Health’s diabetes support groups – because they give him a place not just to learn, but to socialize.

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A Vision for Optometry

September 19, 2019 No Comments

Three years ago, Optometrist Dr. Stephanie Phyo had a vision for Camarena Health’s optometry program.

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Spreading Awareness, One Exam Room at a Time

September 9, 2019 No Comments

Rosalba Serrano Rivera might be Camarena Health’s Director of Behavioral Health Services, but she still sees patients every day – just like she did when she helped found Camarena Health’s behavioral health program.

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“They Tell You Everything You Need to Know” – A Camarena Health Story

August 26, 2019 No Comments

Monique Pickens is a third-generation Camarena Health patient who, at the time of her interview, was 21 weeks into her second pregnancy. According to her, there was never any question that she was going to entrust her new pregnancy to Camarena Health.

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Celebrating National Health Center Week 2019

August 13, 2019 No Comments

On August 1, we celebrated National Health Center Week by hosting a Community Wellness & Resource Fair!

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2018-Q4 Quality Metrics

April 8, 2019 No Comments

Dedicated to Excellence Camarena Health’s ability to consistently exceed expectations in providing healthcare and specialized programs is evident through our quality outcomes. Areas we’ve

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Teaching Madera Students How to Discuss Mental and Behavioral Health

April 1, 2019 No Comments

At Camarena Health, we know the teenagers in our community are under a lot of pressure, sometimes to the point of experiencing mental and behavioral

2018-Q3 Quality Metrics

February 20, 2019 No Comments

Dedicated to Excellence Camarena Health’s ability to consistently exceed expectations in providing healthcare and specialized programs is evident through our quality outcomes. Areas we’ve

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Shared Appointments Improve Diabetes Outcomes

December 28, 2018 No Comments

Diabetes has reached epidemic proportions nationwide, but few places are affected more than the Central Valley. From San Joaquin to Kern County, our area’s diabetes

2018-Q2 Quality Metrics

October 10, 2018 No Comments

Dedicated to Excellence Camarena Health’s ability to consistently exceed expectations in providing healthcare and specialized programs is evident through our quality outcomes. Areas we’ve

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We Are AADE Accredited!

September 25, 2018 No Comments

Camarena Health is excited and proud to announce our diabetes classes have officially been accredited by the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE)! Accreditation from the AADE

2018-Q1 Quality Metrics

July 16, 2018 No Comments

Dedicated to Excellence Camarena Health’s ability to consistently exceed expectations in providing healthcare and specialized programs is evident through our quality outcomes. Areas we’ve

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Physician’s Assistant Clinical Residency Program

August 11, 2017 No Comments

Physician’s Assistant Clinical Residency Program Camarena Health is affiliated with the A.T. Still University’s Physician Assistant (PA) Program as a community health center campus for

Patient Centered Medical Home

August 1, 2017 No Comments

Patient Centered Medical Home In 2016, Camarena Health moved closer to the goal of having each of our sites recognized through the National Committee for

Insurance Enrollment

July 30, 2017 No Comments

Insurance Enrollment Many of our patients, including the general community, do not understand or realize the insurance options they have available to them. Navigating through

Urgent Care Now Open!

October 10, 2016 No Comments

We are proud to announce the opening of the very first Urgent Care facility in the Camarena Health family! As of October 10th, 2016 Camarena

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Urgent Care or Emergency Room?

October 5, 2016 5 Comments

It’s never a fun or pleasant experience to be in a position to need emergency or urgent care services. For this reason, we strive to

Behavioral Health-Year One

May 15, 2016 No Comments

In January 2015 Camarena Health launched an integrated Behavioral Health Program that saw over 2,300 patients who were able to address their behavioral health conditions