RANDOLPH, Vt.—Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Page Gaspar has joined Gifford Health Care, serving on the Primary Care team at Bethel Health Center. Gaspar takes a collaborative approach to providing care […]
Primary Care/Pediatrics Articles
COVID-19: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Testing and Vaccines
When should I be tested for COVID-19? We suggest testing for COVID-19 in a few circumstances: 1. When you are at high risk for severe disease, such as a patient […]
Gifford Welcomes Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Meghan Ketcham to Primary Care
RANDOLPH, Vt.—Meghan Ketcham, APRN, has joined Gifford Health Care, serving on the Primary Care team. As an advanced practice registered nurse, Ketcham provides psychiatric care for patients of all ages. […]
About Ticks
Tips for Prevention, Removal, and When to Seek Care In recent years Vermont has seen an increase in deer ticks, carriers of Lyme disease and other illness. With tick season […]
Gifford Recognized for Community Health Quality
RANDOLPH, Vt., Jan. 19, 2024—Gifford Health Care has earned two merit badges in recognition of quality: a Community Health Quality Recognition (CHQR) badge from the Health Resources & Services Administration […]
Gifford Nurse Practitioner Eileen Murphy Receives 2024 AANP Award for Excellence in Vermont
RANDOLPH, Vt., Jan. 18, 2024—In recognition of her excellence in clinical practice, Gifford family nurse practitioner Eileen Murphy, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, is being honored by the American Association of Nurse […]
Gifford Welcomes Meredith Welsh to Primary Care
RANDOLPH, Vt.—Family Nurse Practitioner Meredith F. Welsh has joined Gifford Health Care, serving on the Primary Care team. As a family nurse practitioner, Welsh sees patients of all ages and […]
Gifford Welcomes Nurse Practitioner Warren McDermott
RANDOLPH, Vt.—Warren McDermott, DNP, has joined the Primary Care team at Gifford, seeing patients at Rochester Health Center and at the Post-Acute Care Clinic (PACC) in Randolph. In his PACC […]
Gifford Welcomes Drs. Jessica, Ryan Heney
RANDOLPH, Vt., Oct. 23, 2023—Doctors Jessica and Ryan Heney have joined Gifford Health Care, Jessica on the Primary Care team in Randolph and Ryan at Bethel Health Center. The Heneys, […]
Gifford Wellness Presents ‘Heart of the Matter’ Sept. 29
RANDOLPH, Vt., Sept. 12, 2023—Gifford Wellness invites community members to “Heart of the Matter,” a discussion with our expert care team on topics ranging from heart attack prevention to self-management, […]
Colon Cancer Screening FAQ
Colon cancer, one of the most common cancers, doesn’t always have symptoms. However, it can be found early and even prevented with regular screening. If you’re 45 or older, routine […]
Moving Past Covid: Don’t Live in Fear
Dr. Josh White Gifford Chief Medical Officer The conversation about COVID-19 has changed quite a bit. Now, we’re talking about living with COVID-19, unlike a lot of the earlier messaging […]
Vaccinations and Viruses
By Dr. Josh White Gifford Chief Medical Officer Kids are back in school, trees are showing hints of color and local pharmacies are starting to advertise, “Get Your Flu Shots […]
Gifford Names Bryant School-Based Nurse Practitioner
RANDOLPH, Vt.— Gifford is pleased to welcome Kathleen Bryant, MPH, APRN, BC as its new school-based nurse practitioner. Bryant will primarily work with students in the health clinics of the […]
Wellness Visits Can Help Teens Overcome Mental Health Issues
By Rebecca Kincaid, MD I joined the Gifford pediatrics team in the spring of 2022. I’m excited to live in a community where everybody knows each other. Plus, I love […]
