October 9, 2019

Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Visits Fetter Health Care Network

Charleston, SC – Fetter Health Care Network will hosted Eric D. Hargan, the Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 51 Nassau St. in Charleston. Hargan joined members from Fetter’s team for a round table, discussing the Federally Qualified Health Center’s (FQHC) role in combatting the opioid crisis and HIV epidemic here in the Lowcountry and how FQHCs are tackling these issues throughout the U.S.

“We were honored to welcome Deputy Secretary Hargan to our headquarters here in Charleston,” said Aretha R. Jones, CEO of Fetter Health Care Network. “We’re grateful that Mr. Hargan values the FQHC’s throughout our country and that he sees that vital role that they play in caring for America citizens. Our team was thrilled to host him here in the Lowcountry and discuss the top issues relating to healthcare that we face today.”

As Deputy Secretary of HHS, Hargan serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the largest department in the federal government, leading over 80,000 employees across 26 divisions. He was sworn into his position on Oct. 6, 2017 and served as Acting Secretary of HHS from October 2017 to January 2018. Hargan is now responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and management of the department in addition to leading policy and strategy development.

Fetter Health Care Network is a FQHC that has been serving the Lowcountry for more than 50 years, providing care in Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester counties in more than 20 different sites. Fetter is a chartered 501(c)3 nonprofit and is a recognized NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home. To learn more about Fetter Health Care Network, visit FetterHealthCare.org. 

About Fetter Health Care Network
Fetter Health Care Network is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) chartered as a 501(c)3 non-profit in the State of South Carolina in 1975. They provide comprehensive services for insured, uninsured and underserved residents in Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester Counties. Today, Fetter Health Care Network has more than 20 different sites, a dental practice, mobile dental unit, medical labs and three pharmacies.

August 9, 2019

Fetter Health Care Network Celebrates National Health Center Week

Charleston, SC – Fetter Health Care Network, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving communities throughout the Lowcountry, will participate in National Health Center Week from Monday, August 5 to Friday, August 9. Each day will hold a special celebration to honor themes like Children’s Health Day, Patient Appreciation Day and more.

This annual week-long event is hosted by the National Association of Community Health Centers and the Health Center Advocacy Network and seeks to raise awareness about the mission and accomplishments of America’s health centers. This year’s theme for National Health Center Week is America’s Health Centers: Rooted in Communities.

“We’re proud to celebrate National Health Center Week with events throughout our communities and health centers,” said Aretha R. Jones, CEO of Fetter Health Care Network. “This week, we will reflect on where we’ve been, where we are and where we’re going.”

The schedule of events for Fetter Health Care Network’s celebration includes:

●      Monday, August 5 – Patient Appreciation Day
●      Tuesday, August 6 – Children’s Health Day
●      Wednesday, August 7 – Community Partners Appreciation Day
●      Thursday, August 8 – Health and Wellness Day
●      Friday, August 9 – Health Center Staff Appreciation Day

Fetter will also be joined by community partners and representatives throughout the week including Representative David Mack at its downtown Charleston Health Center (51 Nassau Street, Charleston, SC) on Monday, August 5 at 1 p.m. and Representative Joe Jefferson at its Elijah Wright Health Center (1681 Old Hwy 6, Cross, SC) on Wednesday, August 7 at 12:30 p.m.

To learn more about how you can participate, please call (843) 722-4112 or email info@fetterhealthcare.org.

About Fetter Health Care Network
Fetter Health Care Network is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) chartered as a 501(c)3 non-profit in the State of South Carolina in 1975. They provide comprehensive services for insured, uninsured and underserved residents in Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester Counties. Today, Fetter Health Care Network has more than 20 different sites, a dental practice, mobile dental unit, medical labs and three pharmacies.

July 23, 2019

Fetter Health Care Network Offering OBGYN Services at Thaddeus J. Bell, MD Family Health Center in Summerville

Summerville, SC – Fetter Health Care Network’s OBGYN, Larry Wilson, MD, will be moving with his team to the organization’s Thaddeus J. Bell, MD Family Health Center location in Summerville this August. Dr. Wilson previously served patients at Fetter’s downtown Charleston location.

“I’m confident this move will greatly benefit Fetter Health Care Network’s patients,” said Dr. Wilson. “So many of our existing OB patients are close to Summerville and we look forward to providing the same quality care in a more convenient location.”

Dr. Wilson graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 1989. He completed his residency in obstetrics and gynecology in 1993 at the Medical University of South Carolina. Dr. Wilson became board certified by the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1995 and has 25 years of private practice experience. He provides a full range of obstetrics and gynecological care.

“Our team at Fetter is excited about this transition,” said Aretha R. Jones, CEO of Fetter Health Care Network. “We are thankful to be able to further serve our OB patients with the help of Dr. Wilson and his phenomenal team.”

The Thaddeus J. Bell, MD Family Health Center in Summerville opened in 2018, named after the Fetter board member and prominent Charleston healthcare provider. This center includes many other services aside from OB care and features a full-service, on-site pharmacy. There is also a team on-site dedicated to case management and financial eligibility assistance. This center receives HHS funding and has Federal Public Health Service (PHS) deemed status with respect to certain health-related claims, including medical malpractice claims, for itself and its covered individuals. The Summerville location is also a recognized Patient-Centered Medical Home and offers translation services for patients who do not speak English.

Fetter patients can still receive general, pediatric and women’s health care at each of their permanent and seasonal locations. To schedule an appointment, call (843) 821-3444, come into the office or use MyFetterHome to schedule an appointment. If patients are unable to keep their appointments, it is encouraged that they call the center 24 hours in advance. To learn more about Fetter Health Care Network and its services and locations, visit FetterHealthCare.org.

About Fetter Health Care Network

Fetter Health Care Network is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) chartered as a 501(c)3 non-profit in the State of South Carolina in 1975. They provide comprehensive services for insured, uninsured and underserved residents in Berkeley, Charleston, Colleton and Dorchester Counties. Today, Fetter Health Care Network has more than 20 different sites, a dental practice, medical labs, three pharmacies and MyFetterHome, a patient online portal.

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