Choptank Health marks 45 years of service during National Health Center Week
Choptank Community Health System is recognizing 45 years of serving Maryland’s Mid-Shore communities as part of National Health Center Week, held August 3-9. This annual observance, led by the National Association of Community Health Centers, acknowledges the vital role community health centers play in enhancing access to care and promoting health equity nationwide. Founded in 1978 as Caroline Health Services, Inc., Choptank Health began as a private, nonprofit organization with a clear mission: to
Choptank Health Hosts New Patient Welcome Sessions in Chestertown June 10-12
Choptank Community Health is hosting a series of New Patient Welcome Sessions at its Chestertown Health Center, shown here, located at 126 Philosophers Terrace, during select hours on June 10 through June 12. Attendees can receive assistance with completing new patient paperwork and explore insurance options and Choptank Health’s sliding fee program, with translation services available, and walk-ins welcome. Learn more by calling 443-215-5353. Mid-Shore families and individuals in need of a primary care
Choptank Health’s Sara Rich receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Choptank Community Health System President and CEO Sara Rich, MPA, has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Maryland Assembly of School-Based Health Care. Rich was nominated by MASBHC Board President Patryce Toye, MD, on behalf of all Board members. Rich received the award at the MASBHC’s Annual Awards dinner on May 14, 2025, held at The Meeting House in Columbia, Maryland. MASBHC Board Member and Choptank Health Director of Community-Based Programs Chrissy Bartz, PA-C, presented her with the
Choptank Health welcomes Rachel Lange, PNP, to pediatric practice
Choptank Health recently welcomed primary pediatric care provider Rachel Lange, PNP, to its medical practice in Denton and Easton and the school-based health care team at Easton Elementary and Easton High Schools. Students can enroll in school-based health care in all five of Maryland’s Mid-Shore counties, with medical, dental, nutrition, and behavioral health services available, and more at www.choptankhealth.org/schoolbased. Choptank Community Health System recently welcomed primary pediatric care
