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Family Health Care Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Blood Pressure Control
Family Health Care has earned national recognition for its commitment to improving blood pressure control and helping patients achieve better health outcomes. The organization received the Target: BP Gold+ recognition, the highest level awarded through a national initiative of the American Heart Association and American Medical Association. The recognition honors health care organizations that demonstrate excellence in managing hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, through evidence-based practices and measurable improvements in patient care. To
Gillespie Joins Family Health Care’s Cadillac Medical Team
Family Health Care is pleased to announce that Jay Gillespie, PA-C, has joined its medical team in Cadillac. Gillespie brings more than five years of experience providing health care services to individuals and families throughout Northern Michigan. He is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered care to people of all ages. “I am excited to join the team at Family Health Care and continue serving the families of Northern Michigan,” Gillespie said. “I believe everyone
Family Health Care Welcomes Colette Wright to Cadillac Medical Team
Family Health Care is pleased to welcome Colette Wright, FNP-C, a board-certified family nurse practitioner, to its medical team in Cadillac. Wright brings more than a decade of nursing experience to Family Health Care and will provide primary care services to patients of all ages. Her clinical interests include women’s health. Wright earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue University and her Master of Science in Nursing from Davenport University in Grand Rapids.
Family Health Care Welcomes Dr. Ekow Amakye to Baldwin Dental Clinic
BALDWIN, Michigan – Family Health Care is pleased to announce that Ekow Amakye, DDS, has joined the organization’s dental team and is now seeing patients at its Baldwin clinic. Dr. Amakye brings a strong commitment to patient-centered care and a passion for helping individuals and families achieve lifelong oral health. Dr. Amakye earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry at Brigham Young University and later received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University
Night of Giving Raises Over $11,000
Family Health Care held its second annual Night of Giving fundraiser on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Nearly 100 people attended the event at Camp Newaygo, which raised $11,464. At the event, leadership announced the creation of a new Patient Prescription Assistance Fund, which will allow Family Health Care patients to apply for funding to afford prescription medications. Nearly half of the proceeds from the Night of Giving will be used to create the Patient Prescription
U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin Visits Baldwin Family Health Care
BALDWIN, Michigan – United States Senator Elissa Slotkin visited Family Health Care’s clinic in Baldwin on Tuesday, May 5. “Senator Slotkin has been a strong advocate for increasing access to affordable healthcare and ensuring underserved communities have the resources they need to thrive,” said Julie Tatko, CEO of Family Health Care. “We appreciate her commitment to strengthening healthcare funding and championing the unique needs of rural communities across Michigan.” Family Health Care was founded in