Whatcom Family Medicine
Whatcom 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.
Whatcom Family Medicine’s team of three board-certified physicians and compassionate support staff sincerely care about their patients, and do what they can to make sure they are well taken care of. As a small and very personable office, not only does the team strive to provide the best care possible, they are also fun-loving, approachable and down to earth.
We are centrally located in Bellingham, near PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in the Medical Office Plaza (clock tower building). We have a large parking lot, comfortable waiting room, and FCN lab and x-ray services conveniently located across the street at our Urgent Care. The entire team at Whatcom Family Medicine is committed to providing quality health care for you and your family, regardless of age or condition.
Patient Policies
Contact Info
Whatcom Family Medicine
3015 Squalicum Parkway Suite 160
Bellingham, WA 98225
Phone:Â (360) 671-4402
Fax: (360) 671-9463
After Hours Information
Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 7:00pm
Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Telemedicine
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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 Telemedicine, will be open normal hours (until 9pm). We apologize for any inconvenience.
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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:...


