Holyoke Medical Center Welcomes 11 Primary Care Physicians, Providers
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Medical Center (HMC) has expanded primary care services with the addition of eight physicians and three advanced practitioners across six Adult Primary Care and Family Medicine locations. HMC is accepting new PCP patients with wait times as low as two weeks.
“Having a primary care physician or provider is essential to protecting your health. That is why Holyoke Medical Center has focused on growing our team and offering more access to patients throughout the region,” said Spiros Hatiras, president and CEO of Holyoke Medical Center and Valley Health Systems.
Holyoke Medical Center recently welcomed Kimberly Bucknor, MD; Abdallah El Alayli, MD; Carlos Herrera, MD; Marian Isaak, MD; Christina Idowu, MD; Jumana Jaloudi, DO; Sanjana Pai, MD; Adam Qazi, MD; Ashley Landry, PA-C; Carly Muniz, PA-C; and Lucille Passer, PA-C.
A PCP can provide peace of mind because it means a patient has a provider who is available and knows the patient’s medical history, including injuries, past procedures and surgeries, illnesses, allergies, and family history. Knowing personal preferences and lifestyle factors also can help PCPs when providing and coordinating care.
“Patients who receive primary care from HMC providers will benefit from the integrated physician network that includes various specialists,” said Bucknor, a board-certified internist who joined HMC in October. She advises patients not to wait until they are sick or injured to select a PCP.
“While young adults or individuals without known medical conditions may feel that having a PCP is unnecessary, it is advisable to establish a relationship with a primary provider in advance,” she added. “In addition to ensuring that routine preventive screenings are performed to maintain overall health, having a PCP ensures timely access to care should significant medical issues arise.”
Adult Primary Care and Family Medicine locations are available at Holyoke Medical Center in Holyoke, as well as in South Hadley, Chicopee, Springfield, and Westfield. Patients looking to secure a new patient appointment should call (413) 535-4800.