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Giving back, giving hope: The Jim Bashaw Fund
The Jim Bashaw Cancer & Catastrophic Illness Fund is increasing its grant amount from $500 to $650, thanks to generous local supporters and successful community fundraising events. The boost in funding provides even more support to community members facing serious medical challenges in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. The fund was created over 25 years …
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NMC Announces Pilot Transportation Program with RCT
St. Albans (October 27, 2026) – Lack of transportation to and from medical appointments continues to prevent Franklin and Grand Isle residents from getting the care they need when they need it. Northwestern Medical Center’s Community Health Needs Assessment points to lack of access to transportation as a barrier to care. Working to reduce those …
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NMC adds advanced SPECT scanner, brings nuclear medicine back to Franklin County
Northwestern Medical Center (NMC) continues to bring advanced medical technology to Franklin and Grand Isle counties. On October 12, 2026, NMC completed renovations to its Diagnostic Imaging Department, making room for installation of an advanced Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) scanner, and an updated Stress Lab. The SPECT Scanner is the most recent investment NMC …
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NMC’s Chris Bouchard recognized with ‘Spirit of the ADA’ award
By Bridget Higdon-Boudreau of the St. Albans Messenger Reprinted with permission. ST. ALBANS — Chris Bouchard, manager of environmental services at Northwestern Medical Center, is the recipient of a Vermont “Spirit of the ADA” Award. The Governor’s Committee on the Employment of People with Disabilities honors Vermont employers who embody the spirit of the Americans …
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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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