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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Medicus IT Names Roopak Manchanda as Executive Vice President of Community Health
Healthcare IT and community health leader to scale company's footprint and deepen impact in community-based care ALPHARETTA, Ga., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Medicus IT, a leading U.S. healthcare solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Roopak Manchanda as Executive Vice President of Community Health. A seasoned healthcare IT and community health leader, Manchanda will concentrate on scaling the company's reach and impact across a more holistic spectrum of Community Health Centers (CHCs) and nonprofit healthcare organizations, including hospice care, rural health centers, and other mission-driven providers. Manchanda's career in community health spans more than 20 years, most recently serving as CEO at Washington, D.C.-based BlueNovo, a premier provider of physician and patient-centered healthcare, quality, and technology services for community health centers (CHCs). During his tenure, he collaborated closely with CHC leaders across the country until the company's acquisition by Medicus IT in 2024. Manchanda also has held CIO roles at several prominent organizations, including the California Primary Care Association (CPCA), Virginia Community Healthcare Association (VCHA), Mosaic Medical, One Community Health, and JPA Health Center. "Roopak's hiring underscores our deepening commitment to community health and focus on delivering impactful and mission-aligned technology solutions that support the essential work of public health providers," said Chris Jann, founder and CEO of Medicus IT. "His passion and proven experience partnering with community health providers bring renewed momentum to our shared goals: expanding access to care, enabling scalable practice growth, and strengthening cybersecurity protection for the underserved populations they serve." "Throughout my career, I've been passionate about helping community health centers harness technology in ways that are practical, sustainable, and rooted in the needs of the patient populations they serve," said Manchanda. "I'm honored to join a company like Medicus IT that shares my commitment to standing alongside these devoted leaders and not just as a technology advisor, but as a true ally in advancing health equity and community-centered care." Medicus IT supports approximately 10% of the Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) addressable market and estimates that approximately 1,000 of these health centers are likely to outsource their services. Having mission-driven, non-profit status, many tend to be in need of higher expertise to scale and run enterprise operations that may exceed their staff's capabilities. Recognizing that many CHCs are facing record-breaking patient volumes and unprecedented financial challenges, Medicus IT remains committed to sustaining local primary care clinics by enhancing IT systems, streamlining workflow, and driving cost efficiencies and improved outcomes. "Medicus IT is a trusted resource for specialty and community health practices, offering day-to-day technology support and long-term strategic planning," added Roopak. "Health centers are more than places for care – they're lifelines for millions of Americans. We have the technology and expertise to help non-profit and safety net clinics boost efficiencies and confidently navigate today's challenges." Journalists: Download a photo of Roopak Manchanda here. About Medicus ITMedicus IT is committed to helping healthcare organizations leverage technology to optimize patient care and deliver better patient outcomes. Moving beyond traditional IT, Medicus helps its healthcare clients run their IT infrastructure, grow their operations, and transform their organizations. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, with service centers in New Jersey, Ohio, Florida, Arizona, California, and North Carolina, Medicus is one of the nation's top healthcare IT providers, serving over 6,500 providers, with more than 50,000 users across 2,500 locations. Follow us on X, LinkedIn, and Facebook. Together, we drive healthcare forward™. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Medicus IT Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
New health clinic opens on Tucker County High School campus
HAMBLETON, (WBOY) — Tucker County High School students now have access to a new school-based health clinic operated by St. George Medical Clinic, offering primary and behavioral healthcare services on campus. The clinic, located in Hambleton, celebrated its grand opening and is exclusively available to students and staff, providing a convenient option for healthcare without leaving school grounds. 'It's nationally known right now that teenagers are having a mental health crisis,' said Andrea Simmons, a psychotherapist at the clinic. 'We just want to make sure that we are here for them.' Dena Beckner, a physician assistant at the clinic, highlighted the convenience, saying, 'Students can come over and see me and not miss school and go right back to school.' VFDs from Preston County help evacuate flooding victims in Maryland The St. George High School based health clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), which means it meets certain government standards for providing comprehensive healthcare services. The clinic aims to address both physical and mental health needs, acknowledging the increasing mental health challenges faced by teenagers today. Teachers also benefit from the clinic's services, as they can schedule appointments before or after school or during planning periods, minimizing disruption to their schedules. The new clinic is expected to provide significant support to the Tucker County High School community, offering essential healthcare services directly on campus. All facts from this article were gathered by WBOY journalists. This article was converted into this format with assistance from artificial intelligence. It has been edited and approved by WBOY staff. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
North Carolina reports highest number of flu deaths since 2009
RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services reported more than 500 flu-related deaths for the 2024-2025 respiratory virus season. This is the highest number of statewide flu deaths since reporting began in 2009. 'We are deeply saddened by the loss of life this respiratory virus season,' NC Health and Human Services Secretary Dev Sangvai said. 'These numbers would be even higher without the dedication of the NCDHHS Division of Public Health and local health department teams who provide flu education, distribute vaccines, and support treatment and prevention efforts in all 100 counties. Their work saves lives every single day.' Public health workers are monitoring outbreaks and conducting disease surveillance year-round to make sure that people have access to vaccines and provide guidance to partners across the state. This news happens to fall on National Public Health Week, Apr. 7-13, 2025, which is a time to honor thousands of public health professionals who serve North Carolina in tracking infectious diseases, provide life-saving care, ensure clean drinking water, support maternal and child health, and that public health is a foundation of thriving communities. Recent federal funding cuts have resulted in abrupt termination of several federal grants that caused a loss of more than 80 jobs and at least $100 million for the department with more than $230 million in funding at risk. Here are some of the critical public health work that is halted or reduced because of these federal cuts: Completion of the State Laboratory of Public Health expansion that would better prepare North Carolina for outbreaks, epidemics and pandemics. Loss of the corrections response team that provided consultation to prisons and jails regarding communicable diseases. Loss of staff who answer the 24/7 Epidemiologist On-Call line, staff who work on communicable disease reporting and staff working on measles education for the public and providers. Support for the NC DETECT early warning system for emerging medical trends. Electronic reporting of lab results to allow for more rapid response and prevention of spread. Community Health Worker outreach in areas hit hardest by Hurricane Helene. NC Quitline cessation services are now limited. Mobile immunization and vaccine outreach through Federally Qualified Health Centers. Partnerships with Tribal Communities that contribute to the health and safety of Tribal members. According to a recent survey, more than 80 percent of North Carolinians trust the NCDHHS and their local health departments to support their wellbeing. 'This trust is a clear signal that public health is more important than ever,' Interim State Health Director and NCDHHS Chief Medical Officer. 'I'm incredibly proud of the dedication and impact of our public health teams across the state. Now is the time to match that trust with stable, long-term investment in our public health workforce and infrastructure so we can continue to protect our communities for years to come.'For more information on the critical work of public health, visit the NCDHHS Division of Public Health webpage. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Low-income care provider in Lewiston to layoff 40, cut services
Apr. 2—LEWISTON — Community Clinical Services Inc. will close several service sites and lay off 34% of its staff May 1, the organization announced Wednesday in a news release. The decision came due to the payment instability caused by the state of Maine's Medicaid budget shortfall and "ongoing federal funding challenges for Federally Qualified Health Center Look Alikes," the release said. Community Clinical Services is a Federally Qualified Health Center Look Alike, which provide primary care services on a sliding pay scale in underserved areas. It does not receive federal funding, instead relying on Medicaid payments. CCS will continue its primary care and mental health services at its 57 Birch St. location in Lewiston and its Behavioral Health Home case management program. Dr. Richard Kappelmann's internal medicine practice and CCS's pediatric clinic, both located at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center at 100 Campus Ave. in Lewiston, will continue operations. St. Mary's will acquire CCS's pediatric clinic. Sites with outpatient counseling, psychiatry, school-based health centers and pediatric dental clinic will close. CCS's pediatric dental clinic is the only clinic that accepts Maine's Medicaid program MaineCare for insurance. The press release did not indicate which physical sites would be closed and a representative from CCS was not immediately available for further details. Copy the Story Link
