Tag: Wood River Health
Future of R.I.’s health equity zones unclear amid funding gap
In 2015, Rhode Island pioneered the Health Equity Zone Initiative, a community-focused program meant to help fill gaps in health care. But now the...
Wood River Health designated as an LGBTQ+ Safe Zone
HOPKINTON – Wood River Health announced it was recently designated by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island as an LGBTQ+ Safe Zone.
Certification...
Wood River earns gold in health care delivery
HOPKINTON – Wood River Health announced that it has been recognized as a Health Center Quality Leader by the Health Resources and Services Administration.
“This...
Trip to dentist on Block Island? Boat no longer needed
For years, many Block Island residents without private insurance had to go through a tedious process if they needed a dental checkup.
This usually involved...
Five Questions With: Maria McGurrin
Maria McGurrin joined Wood River Health as a pediatric nurse practitioner in June. McGurrin has worked in several clinical and nonclinical settings, including pediatric...
Gala raises more than $97K for Wood River Health
HOPKINTON – Wood River Health has reported that its third annual Harvest for Health Gala raised more than $97,000 for the federally qualified health...
Local nonprofits partner for school supplies giveaway
WESTERLY – The Jonnycake Center of Westerly and Wood River Health will partner for a back-to-school supply giveaway event on Aug. 19 at 10...
Five Questions With: Dr. Jonathan Gates
Dr. Jonathan Gates is the new chief medical officer at Wood River Health. In this role, he identifies and prioritizes rising-risk patients for care,...
Wood River Health names new chief medical officer
PROVIDENCE – Wood River Health has appointed Dr. Jonathan Gates as its new chief medical officer, effective January 2023.
In his new role, Gates will...
Wood River Health Services launches new name, logo
HOPKINTON – Wood River Health Services has rebranded itself, launching a new name, logo and website.
The health center, now named Wood River Health, also...
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