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DAISY Award presented to Kevin King, RN
The CPG Coordinating Council gathered to rate blinded DAISY Award nominations to choose the winner. The DAISY Award® was awarded to one of NMC’s nurses on Wednesday, October 14th. Kevin King, an RN in the Emergency Department, was honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s programs to …
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Run For Jim Raises over $15,000 for Local Residents
This spring’s 27th Run/Walk for Jim raised over $15,000 in support of the Jim Bashaw Cancer and Catastrophic Illness Fund. The Run/Walk for Jim wants to say thanks to all their community sponsors and members of the community who came together at Hard’ack to participate. Jonathan Billings, CEO of Northwestern Medical Center, accepted the proceeds …
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Auxiliary members hold opening meeting
On Thursday, September 10, 2026, NMC’s Auxiliary members met for the first of four meetings for their business year. The group heard from guest speaker Kelly Wakefield, a Master Gardener who beautifies the grounds at NMC and many other community locations. The meeting was attended by 43 community members, and the group welcomed a new …
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Lung Cancer Screening Day is 11/14!
Lung Cancer Awareness Month is coming up in November. NMC is going to be offering a lung cancer screening day on 11/14/26! Contact your primary care to get a referral for an appointment today. Limited spots are available. Lung Cancer Screening is recommended for those at “high risk” and meet the following criteria: 50-80 years …
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Community Partners Classic golf tournament raised just over $39,300!
This year’s Community Partners Classic golf tournament raised just over $39,300 for Northwestern Counseling & Support Services and Northwestern Medical Center. In its 18th year, the collaborative tournament was a great success with 37 teams enjoying a round of golf at the Champlain Country Club and 39 sponsors supporting the tourney. For the second year …
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NMC Accepting Applications for Health Professions Scholarship
St. Albans (September 8th, 2026) – Northwestern Medical Center is now accepting Health Professions Scholarship applications! NMC welcomes applications from graduating seniors from Franklin County high schools who are entering collegiate study in a healthcare field. This scholarship is not based on financial need but rather awarded based on a student’s academic performance and community service. …
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St. Albans Urgent Care Expanding Weekend Hours This Fall
Starting in October, NMC’s St. Albans Urgent Care clinic will be open longer on the weekend, offering greater access to care when you need it. Urgent Care in St. Albans will now be open from 8 am to 7 pm seven days a week, increasing Saturday and Sunday hours when primary care offices are closed. …
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Women’s health care has a home at NMC
Maitri is bringing a team of experienced physicians and nurse-midwives to join NMC’s OB/GYN practice, working alongside NMC providers to deliver dedicated obstetric and gynecologic care for every stage of life. To learn more about this exciting partnership, download our flyer, or get a copy of the introduction to the Maitri providers who will be …
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Strep testing update
You may have noticed a change in the way NMC’s Urgent Care clinics handle testing for Strep Throat. Previously, NMC used a rapid strep test, and then followed up with an additional PCR test if the rapid test came back negative. Because falsely negative results are not uncommon, providers often requested this second test. Going forward, rather than conducting two tests for most patients, …
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Northwestern Medical Center receives 4-star rating from Medicare.gov’s Care Compare program
ST. ALBANS — Northwestern Medical Center recently received quality ratings which show hospital initiatives supporting the provision of high-quality care are paying off. NMC received a 4-Star Overall Hospital Quality rating through Medicare.gov’s Care Compare program and a Grade B Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade. “The dedication of NMC’s care teams in caring for our patients is …
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NMC announces Jonathan Billings as new Chief Executive Officer
Northwestern Medical Center has hired Jonathan Billings as the hospital’s new Chief Executive Officer. Billings most recently served as Interim CEO as well as NMC’s Chief Operating Officer, and starts in the permanent CEO role immediately. “The Board of Directors is excited and honored to support Jonathan in this new role as CEO” said Barb …
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Northwestern Medical Center and Vermont Public: A shared commitment to our communities
Strong communities rely on institutions they can trust. Whether it’s a local hospital providing care during life’s most important moments or a public media organization delivering reliable information, these institutions help people navigate an increasingly complex world. They connect us, inform us, and strengthen the communities we call home. That’s why Northwestern Medical Center (NMC) …
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