Alcona Health Center is a non-profit federally qualified community health center providing medical, behavioral healthcare, dental and pharmacy services. It is committed to HRSA compliance and patient-centered care. Its mission is to improve health outcomes by developing and delivering innovative and effective programs and community-based interventions. It also promotes a culture of respect and compassion for all.
The organization has 180 employees and is based in Alpena, MI. The company’s service area stretches across all of Alpena County and is home to over 17,000 residents. Its corporate office is located in 1209 Us Hwy 23 N, Alpena, MI 49707, United States.
Courtney Witulski, FNP-BC, is a Family Nurse Practitioner who specializes in family medicine. She studied at Alpena Community College before continuing on to Spring Arbor University and Frontier Nursing University, earning progressive degrees along the way. Her special interests include women’s health and newborn care.
Joy Newhouse, PMHNP, is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who practices at the Alpena clinic. She graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi, earning a BSN and then a Master’s degree in nursing. She has been practicing in the field for over three years. She’s also certified in telehealth services, allowing her to offer psychiatric care via phone or video.
Sarah Stevens, PA-C is a Physician’s Assistant who practices family medicine. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in health science from Grand Valley State University before going on to achieve her Master’s degree from Central Michigan University. She has previous experience in obstetrics and pediatrics.
Renee Smolinski, LLMSW, is a Behavioral Health Therapist. She studied at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio where she earned her Masters of Public Health and Masters of Social Work. Her professional affiliations include the Association for Play Therapy, American Counseling Association and EMDR International Association.
The clinic also offers walk-in care for non-emergency issues like fevers, earaches, coughs, cold/flu and rashes. It’s open to all ages and is staffed by a healthcare provider from the team on a rotating basis, which could be a nurse practitioner or physician assistant. It also handles minor injuries such as sprains, strains and scrapes. It’s free to use, but patients must bring a valid insurance card to be seen. It’s also possible to schedule an appointment ahead of time.