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!
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!

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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 »
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Family Care Network doctors accept the following Medicare Advantage plans in 2010:
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.
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