Augusta Health announces new community clinic

Monique Calello, Staunton News Leader
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The crutches’ sculpture created by the late Staunton sculptor Willy Ferguson, was re-installed outside the new entrance of Augusta Health's Emergency Department in Fishersville, Virginia.
The crutches’ sculpture created by the late Staunton sculptor Willy Ferguson, was re-installed outside the new entrance of Augusta Health's Emergency Department in Fishersville, Virginia.

FISHERSVILLE — Augusta Health announced in a press release the opening of the new community clinic which will begin seeing patients on July 1.

The Augusta Health Community Clinic is a primary care facility for adults focusing on a patient-centered approach in an all-inclusive environment with timely access to services. It is located at 78 Medical Center Drive on the 2nd floor of the Heart and Vascular Center.

Resident physicians at the Augusta Health Community Clinic will address the community's healthcare needs as part of the Augusta Health Internal Medicine Residency program. The clinic will be open on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Highlights of the Augusta Health Community Clinic

The community clinic’s dedicated team of resident physicians, medical students, advanced practice provider students, medical assistants, nurses, case managers and experienced clinicians work together to provide high-quality care. This approach is centered around the patient, ensuring that healthcare needs and preferences are a top priority, the release said.

The clinic addresses a range of medical needs, including:

  • Chronic/routine conditions: high blood pressure, heart disease, or asthma

  • Acute care: head colds, rashes and achy joints.

  • Preventative services: annual wellness checks, screenings and immunizations

Whether a person requires routine check-ups, management of chronic conditions, or urgent medical attention, the community clinic can be their primary care home.

Augusta Health acknowledges that healthcare affordability is a concern for many individuals. While insurance is not required for appointments, patients can apply for financial assistance. Please note that the clinic is not free, and patients will be billed for their visits, the release said.

The Augusta Health Internal Medicine Residency Program emphasizes a collaborative approach to patient care, with resident physicians and highly trained, board-certified community providers working together to ensure continuity in care. This team-based model ensures that the clinic is consistently staffed with dedicated, knowledgeable healthcare professionals, creating a unique learning environment that fosters innovation and excellence in patient care.

“I am excited to be part of the new Community Clinic and Residency Program,” said Isaac Izzillo, Augusta Health director of public and primary care services. “The clinic will meet our community’s primary care needs by offering high-level care by skilled faculty and residents. With a focus on managing challenging chronic diseases, time and attention will be given to improve the quality of life for individuals.”

For more information, visit https://www.augustahealth.com/service/primary-care/augusta-health-community-clinic. If you prefer to speak to someone directly, contact the Augusta Health call center at 833-AHC-HLTH.

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