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National Rural Health Day | 2023

Every year on the third Thursday of November, the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) celebrates the “Power of Rural” by observing National Rural Health Day. This day serves as an opportunity to honor and bring attention to the tireless efforts of rural healthcare providers and community organizations. Their dedication and unique…

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Celebrating Excellence in Primary Health Network Employees | A Glimpse into APEX Awards and Remarkable Winners

The APEX Awards, hosted by the Pennsylvania Association of Community Health Centers, symbolize service, innovation, and excellence within the Pennsylvania primary healthcare sector. This annual event is a tribute to the exceptional endeavors of individuals and teams in our state’s health centers, resonating with stories of inspiration and exceptional commitment. APEX Award | Career Achievement…

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Congratulations Dr. Garrow on Your Award!

Primary Health Network is proud to announce that our esteemed CEO, Dr. George Garrow, has been recognized with the prestigious 2023 Penn State Alumni Fellow Award. This honor is bestowed upon alumni who have made outstanding professional achievements and have demonstrated exceptional leadership in their respective fields. Dr. Garrow’s exceptional dedication to healthcare and his…

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Around the World in 90 days

A CEO’s commitment to connecting with their workforce Dr. George Garrow’s rise up the corporate ladder was not for the faint of heart. He came to Primary Health Network as the Chief Medical Officer in 2016 after serving as Director of Medical Oncology at Sharon Regional Health System. As an oncologist, Dr. Garrow was recognized…

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Primary Health Network Announces Appointment of George Garrow, M.D. as CEO

The Board of Directors of Primary Health Network (PHN) is pleased to announce that George C. Garrow, M.D., Chief Medical Officer for the Network, has been appointed as its new Chief Executive Officer. PHN is one of the largest community health centers in Pennsylvania and the nation, providing access to both primary and specialty care…

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Community Health Center Continues to Support Patients Through Testing Supply Program

In just one month, Primary Health Network (PHN), Pennsylvania’s largest community health center, has distributed over 8,000 at-home rapid COVID-19 tests across their service areas. Tests were provided free of charge to the community through the Health Resources and Services Administration’s (HRSA) COVID-19 Testing Supply Program. Across the country, many Americans are having difficulty accessing…

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PHN’s Shenandoah Health Center Reopens

PHN is excited to announce that Shenandoah Health Center reopened for in-person visits on Monday, March 1, 2021. In addition to the site reopening, PHN welcomes a new provider to Shenandoah Health Center; Kelly Jo Stroede, CRNP will be providing family medicine services. All PHN locations are still following protective measures to ensure the safety…

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Primary Health Network offering drive-through flu shot clinics to patients

Like COVID-19, the flu is a viral respiratory illness that unfortunately leads to thousands of hospitalizations and deaths. There is, however, an extremely important step you can take to protect yourself from the flu – getting a flu shot.

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