The Medical Testing Center - An extension of your doctor's office!
The Family Care Network Medical Testing Center (MTC) is an extension of your doctor's office. We provide specialized diagnostic testing that is ordered by your physician. Tests available include home sleep apnea testing, exercise treadmills, cardiac perfusion studies, nuclear medicine imaging, Holter Monitor Testing, peripheral artery disease testing, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and bone density testing for osteoporosis. In addition, anyone may refer themselves for an inexpensive body fat analysis test. The tests offered at the Medical Testing Center focus on screening for health issues, and the diagnosis of disease. Click here to learn more!
Dr. Spady Retires, Dr. Michael Steele joins Everson Family Medicine
After practicing in Everson for 54 years, Dr. Spady retired from his family practice on August 31, 2010.
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Michael Steele joinied the practice at Everson Family Medicine on September 1. Dr. Steele is an experienced family physician who has been practicing medicine in the Tri-Cities area for the past five years. He enjoys outdoor activities, traveling, and hanging out with family and friends. He believes that medical care is a team effort between doctor, staff, and patient, and says that "I am devoted to the care of the whole family and an advocate for the patient."
Dr. Spady wishes to thank his staff and patients for all their faithfulness and entrusting their health care to him over the years. He will miss everyone, but looks forward to starting a new chapter and encourages everyone to see Dr. Steele and Erin Maloney, Physican Assistant at Everson for their medical care. Thank you, Dr. Spady, for 54 years of faithful service. You have left a grand legacy!
Insurance Plans Accepted
Click above to see an up to date list of the insurance plans that we are contracted with.
Localized flu is present this summer
H1N1 Swine Flu infection is currently at a low ebb, but the Whatcom County Health Department reported to our office on August 4th that localized flu illness has persisted throughout the summer. This indicates that a wave of infection is likely to hit our area in the fall, when school resumes. Health authorities advise that it is a good idea to get a flu vaccine if you have not yet had one. Call your doctor's office directly, we have a good supply of vaccine on hand!
After Hours Urgent Care and Medical Testing Center have moved to new location
The After Hours Urgent Care Clinic and the Medical Testing Center have now moved. They are now located together at 3130 Squalicum Parkway, across the street from St. Francis Extended Care near St. Joseph Hospital.
After Hours Urgent Care is open Weekday evenings 5 PM to 9 PM, Weekends and Holidays 1 PM to 5 PM.
The Medical Testing Center is open 8AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday.
Our patients are invited to use our After Hours Urgent Care Clinic if urgent problems arise when their doctor's office is closed. The After Hours Urgent Care Clinic is not a replacement for the hospital emergency department, but rather, it is an after hours office which is available for those unanticipated illnesses or injuries which people would ordinarily consult their family doctor about. No appointment is necessary. 3130 Squalicum Parkway, Suite 100
Bellingham, WA 98225
Bellingham, WA 98225
360 671-4509
Family Care Network - Who Are We ?
At Family Care Network, we are a team of health care professionals and support personnel, who are located in family medical offices throughout Bellingham, and read more »
Free Household Pharmaceuticals Take Back
Do NOT flush or pour unwanted, unused or expired medications down the drain. Starting April 5th, 2010, local pharmacies in Bellingham will accept unwanted and expired household medications for free, secure and appropriate legal disposal. read more »
Whatcom County Pollen Count
Are you going to need your allergy medicine today? Check the latest Whatcom County pollen count here, courtesy of the Asthma & Allergy Center of Whatcom County.
We Accept these Medicare Plans in 2010
Family Care Network doctors accept the following Medicare Advantage plans in 2010:
- Essence
- Group Health
- Regence BlueShield
- Community Health Plans of Washington (for patients with DSHS and Medicare only).
These are the ONLY Medicare Advantage plans that we will accept as payment for care in 2010. Want more information? Call 1-800-Medicare, or go to: www.Medicare.gov Have questions about our policy? Call our Medicare coordinator, 360 733-1342.
You may also speak with a licensed insurance agent to compare the plans we accept in order to make the best decision for you! We are especially confident about the services provided by VibrantUSA. They are a Bellingham agency that specializes in only Medicare insurance plans, and they represent all of our contracted plans. They can be contacted locally at 360 733-5111, or Toll Free at 866 733-5111.
Vision, Mission and Values
Our vision is to partner with patients with respect and compassion to achieve optimum healthcare.
Our mission is to be your medical home through all stages of life.
What Specific things can you do to Stay Healthy?
What practical things can you do to maintain good health? How can you screen for preventable diseases? read more »
What is "Family Medicine"?
Family Medicine is the "people" specialty that focuses on primary medical care with an emphasis on preventive medicine. It is estimated that approximately 90% of the problems that people consult physicians about can be most efficiently and competently managed by family physicians. read more »