Big news for the Cully neighborhood as Multnomah County cuts the ribbon on a brand-new health hub, the Fernhill Health Center, on May 30. This center, tasked with providing an expanded range of health services, is an evolution of the former La Clinica de Buena Salud, just 1.5 miles away. As stated by Multnomah County News, the doors were already opened to patients on May 20, but the official grand welcoming is set to feature live cultural showcases and a series of guest speakers.
This health center isn't just a place for check-ups and prescriptions, it’s shaking hands with the future, offering dental services, a pharmacy, and a launchpad for healthcare careers in collaboration with Portland Community College. And, in a move that's all about community investment, local leaders will join in to commemorate the opening, according to the Multnomah County.
It's going to be a packed agenda at the ribbon-cutting event with the Community Health Center Board Chair Tamia Deary and Interim Executive Director Anirudh Padmala leading the charge. As per the Multnomah County News reports, Deary touts this center as evidence of the county’s dedication to "expand healthcare access by investing in the communities we serve.” Padmala echoes that sentiment, hailing the clinic as a triumphant result of partnership and hard work.
Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson won't miss the moment to highlight the center’s role in promoting health equity and fostering job preparation in the healthcare sector. Despite being a beacon for medical services, Fernhill Health Center will also serve as a nurturing space for those looking to climb the employment ladder in healthcare—a field that is essential, yet often inaccessible for many, as reported by the Multnomah County.
So, if you’re free on Friday morning, May 30, and intrigued by the idea of a place that’s more than a clinic; think celebrations, Ballet Folklorico performances, Somali henna art, and even a family photo booth. According to the same Multnomah County News release, it might be the perfect opportunity to learn more about the essential services Fernhill Health Center promises to bring to the table.
