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Maitri and Northwestern Medical Center Announce Partnership
NMC and Maitri Health Care are excited to announce that our two organizations have formed a partnership to deliver comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care on NMC’s campus, eventually transitioning to a private practice model. Maitri is a well-respected, South-Burlington-based, female-owned and operated, independent medical practice that has provided individualized, patient-centered, compassionate obstetrical and gynecological care …
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Family Birth Center Dedicated to Helping Families
Caylin Nielsen started having contractions unexpectedly, only a few hours after enjoying a friend’s wedding rehearsal dinner last summer. She didn’t know she was in labor because her baby wasn’t due for another two weeks. She and her husband, Cameron, went home to Highgate, expecting a normal night. But two hours later, she began to …
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NMC’s Black Bean Burgers
Here’s the recipe for one of our more popular vegetarian options in the Courtyard Cafe, NMC Black Bean Burgers from Restaurant and Catering Sous Chef Jon Newhard. These burgers have the southwestern flare typical of most black bean burgers but are easily customizable to accommodate anyone’s palate. Simply increase the peppers, onions or hot sauce …
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- NMC Stories
Quick Action and Quality Care Get a Backcountry Skier Back In Action
Written by Erica Houskeeper for Northwestern Medical Center It was a perfect late December day for a backcountry ski trip. Kyle McQuoid, an experienced backcountry skier from Massachusetts, drove to the northern Green Mountains. He clipped into his skis and adjusted his goggles, ready to explore the woods by Jay Peak Resort. The day after …
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Celebrating Excellence: GOLD – OVHC Board Certification Achieved
We are proud to share a significant NMC milestone—GOLD status for OVHC Board Certification has been achieved! This accomplishment reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, quality, and leadership at the governance level. Earning GOLD certification is no small feat; it represents sustained dedication, rigorous standards, and a shared focus on advancing best practices across the organization. …
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Appreciating Community Input on Union Negotiations
Earlier this month, we passed the one-year milestone since the Registered Nurses at Northwestern Medical Center (NMC) voted to form a union. After the election was certified and ground rules were established, the work of collective bargaining for a first contract began on May 8, 2025. Both NMC and Northwestern Health United (NHU) have invested …
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NMC’s Auxiliary Membership Funds New Wheelchairs and a Champ Challenge Entry
On Thursday, February 12, 2026, NMC’s Auxiliary held one of their regular membership meetings, hearing from guest speaker Susan Casavant, an Occupational Therapist with Northwestern Rehab Services. Casavant shared with the group tips for aging gracefully in your own home. The Auxiliary membership meets four times a year and each meeting features a speaker followed …
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Preserving Birthing Services at NMC
With changes around the state to birthing services, I wanted to express gratitude to our team at NMC who continue to deliver babies and provide obstetrics, gynecology and Inpatient Pediatric services. I am writing today to share an update on our ongoing work to transform the model of that important care to preserve it in …
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How Determination, Faith and Trust Helped Carolina Baker Get Back on Her Feet
Written by Erica Houskeeper for Northwestern Medical Center Carolina Baker’s life changed in an instant in March 2022. While turning across traffic on Route 105 in Sheldon, her car collided head-on with another vehicle, then spun and slammed into a telephone pole.“It was terrifying. The car was spinning and even though it probably only lasted …
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NMC’s 2025 United Way Campaign a Success
Today, we presented the United Way of Vermont with a check of just over $13,000 from donations raised during our recent United Way Campaign. Thank you to all the providers, staff and volunteers who contributed to this remarkable campaign. The United Way of Northwest Vermont is a long-standing, vital partner in shared efforts to improve …
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- NMC Stories
Looking for New PFAC Members!
NMC is looking for a few new members to join our Patient & Family Advisory Council! The Council seeks to foster an environment where patients, families, and hospital staff work together to improve the quality and safety of care at NMC. The PFAC works in partnership with NMC’s Quality and Safety Committee to strengthen communication, …
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Northwestern Medical Center’s First Baby of 2026
St. Albans (January 6, 2026) – Northwestern Medical Center is pleased to announce the birth of our first baby of 2026. On Sunday, January 4, Tabitha Burbo and Gavin Pappas welcomed baby Evelynn Leighora-Marie Pappas into their family. Tabitha and Gavin, who live in Georgia, were happy to meet their first child – who was …
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