Bellingham Bay Family Medicine
Bellingham Bay Family Medicine is part of Family Care Network, a locally owned and operated group of clinics. We are passionate about optimum health and wellness for our community. We work with our patients and our team to build strong relationships, creating a rewarding and positive healthcare experience.
Bellingham Bay Family Medicine has served our community since 1992, providing care for people of all ages. We support our community in other ways as well. Our staff are active in many community organizations, and we support and participate in a number of community activities and events, such as the Jingle Bell Run and Ski-to-Sea.
Our doctors and staff have created a very caring and efficient team to help you manage your family’s health care. Our small, family culture is built on openness and honest communication. We are committed to expertise and compassion with each and every office visit. Our physicians and staff work together to help you make the best health decisions and choices for your individual circumstances.
Patient Policies
Contact Info
Bellingham Bay Family Medicine
722 N State Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
Phone: (360) 752-2865
Fax: (360) 647-8093
After Hours Information
Hours
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Lab – Lab draws are by appointment. Walk-ins welcome as space allows.
Schedule Online
Lab Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Closed daily 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Telemedicine
FCN News
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Our Urgent Care location in Lynden will close at 6:30pm on Friday, Jan. 2. Urgent Care in Bellingham and Mount Vernon, as well as On-Demand...
New Year’s hours at FCN
Family Care Network location hours for Wednesday, Dec. 31: Bellingham Bay Family Medicine: Closing at 3pm. Blaine Family Medicine: Closing at noon....
Network, phone outage for Skagit County locations – Monday, Jan. 12
All Family Care Network locations in Skagit County have been impacted by a significant Astound fiber network outage this morning. This includes: North Cascade Family Physicians - Office closing at 12:30pm; phones working (normal hours) Mount Vernon Family Health -...
Family Health Associates welcomes new provider
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Lynden Urgent Care closing early – Friday, Jan. 2
Our Urgent Care location in Lynden will close at 6:30pm on Friday, Jan. 2. Urgent Care in Bellingham and Mount Vernon, as well as On-Demand Telemedicine, will be open normal hours (until 9pm). We apologize for any inconvenience.
New Year’s hours at FCN
Family Care Network location hours for Wednesday, Dec. 31: Bellingham Bay Family Medicine: Closing at 3pm. Blaine Family Medicine: Closing at noon. Chuckanut Family Medicine: Closing at 12:30pm. Family Health Associates: Closing at 4pm. Ferndale Family Medical Center:...