Northwest Florida Community Hospital

07/24/2026

At Regional Pediatrics and Newborn Care, families have access to comprehensive pediatric services delivered with compassion, expertise, and a commitment to helping children thrive. George Sanchez, MD is now accepting new patients and provides care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. Services include newborn and NICU follow-up care, routine wellness exams, developmental screenings, immunizations, school and sports physicals, acute illness and injury care, and management of chronic pediatric conditions. Telehealth consultations are also available for select non-emergency appointments and follow-up care.

Whether you’re welcoming a new baby, preparing your child for a new school year, or looking for a trusted pediatric provider, our team is here to help support your family’s healthcare needs every step of the way.

To learn more about services offered at Regional Pediatrics and Newborn Care, or to schedule an appointment, please call 850-482-4655 today!

07/23/2026

NFCH Graceville Clinic provides trusted, patient-focused primary care for the Graceville community and surrounding areas. Dr. John Byrd and Candice Hudson, APRN, work together to deliver a full range of services designed to keep you and your family healthy.

From wellness exams, routine physicals, and immunizations to the management of cold and flu, asthma, arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, and more, our team is equipped to handle all of your primary care needs with expertise and compassion.
At NFCH Graceville Clinic, you can count on coordinated, comprehensive care close to home — supporting your health every step of the way!

For more information or to schedule an appointment at the Graceville Clinic, please
call 850-263-0639.

07/22/2026

Did you know that NFCH now offers MRI services Monday - Friday?! Your MRI can be scheduled as early as this week by our wonderful scheduling team! 😄

NFCH is proud to offer our community a wide variety of advanced medical imaging and diagnostic services! We strive to provide our patients with state-of-the-art technology right here at home, which allows our team of experienced medical personnel to better deliver the quality healthcare our patients deserve. NFCH’s Imaging Department has the expertise and technology to meet your primary diagnostic needs!

Visit nfch.org/radiology-imaging for more information or call 850-415-8111 to schedule an appointment.

07/21/2026

At the Wound Healing Institute & Hyperbaric Medicine, we understand how frustrating and limiting a non-healing wound can be. That’s why our team is committed to providing advanced, compassionate care right here in Northwest Florida. Kimberly Crane, APRN, is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Wound Healing Specialist with more than 25 years of experience. She treats diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries, burns, surgical wounds, and ostomy concerns with personalized, attentive care. Kimberly also offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy as part of a comprehensive healing plan.

At NFCH, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive wound care program that provides our community with greater access to the treatments that help patients heal and return to the life they love!
For more information visit nfch.org/wound-care or call 850-415-8300 today!

07/20/2026

After surgery, stroke, injury, or long-term illness, rehabilitation is often essential. This is when a person might benefit from the NFCH Short-Term Inpatient Rehabilitation Program!

Typically, an inpatient rehab patient has been hospitalized and no longer needs the same level of care but isn’t quite ready to go home. From physical, occupational, respiratory, and speech therapies to social services, wound care, IV therapy and more, we understand every situation is unique and are here to help patients reach their personal goals and maximum capacity for independent living. Best of all, our services are customized to each patient’s needs and delivered with the compassion they deserve — right here, close to home!

To learn more visit nfch.org/inpatient-rehab or call 850-415-8128!

07/17/2026

From primary care and urgent care to behavioral health, pediatrics, surgical services and more, we have your specialty healthcare needs covered! Our highly trained, expert providers offer the personal touch level of care and expertise that our patients deserve and have come to expect from Northwest Florida Community Hospital! 😄🌟

07/16/2026

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is now hiring Medical Technologists for our Lab Department!Join a team that plays a vital role in patient care by delivering accurate and timely results behind every diagnosis!

Apply today on Indeed or NFCH.org
📞 Questions? Call HR at 850-415-8309

07/15/2026

It may not be your favorite thing to put on the calendar, but a colonoscopy is one of the most powerful tools for preventing colon cancer. Most adults should begin screening at age 45, and even earlier if risk factors such as family history, smoking, or certain digestive conditions are present.

Colon cancer often develops without symptoms, which makes routine screening so important. The good news? A colonoscopy is safe, routine, and usually completed in less time than you think.

Best of all, you don’t have to travel far. Our experienced team provides trusted, compassionate care close to home — helping to protect your health and keeping our community strong for years to come! Call 850-638-1610 today to schedule your screening!

07/15/2026

A big thank you to the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Chipley Police Department for taking the time to provide Active Shooter Response training for our staff today!

The safety of our patients, visitors, and employees is always our top priority, and we appreciate the Sheriff's Office and Police Department for sharing their expertise and helping our team prepare to respond confidently in emergency situations.

We are grateful for their continued partnership and commitment to keeping our community safe. Thank you for your service and for investing in the safety of our hospital and those we serve! 💙💛

The Washington County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Chipley Police Department, conducted active assailant response training at Northwest Florida Community Hospital for hospital staff.

The training equipped participants with practical tools and response strategies to help them react effectively during an active assailant incident. Attendees received instruction on recognizing potential threats, implementing response protocols, enhancing situational awareness, and coordinating with first responders during a critical emergency.

By working together, law enforcement and healthcare professionals are better prepared to protect patients, visitors, and staff should an emergency occur.

07/13/2026

Today, we gathered for an employee social to celebrate and announce our July Employee of the Month, and we are proud to recognize Rayna Jenkins, LPN, our dedicated Wellness Nurse at the NFCH Family Healthcare Clinic! 🎉🎉🎉

Rayna's compassion, professionalism, and commitment to providing exceptional care make a positive impact on our patients and fellow team members every day. She consistently goes above and beyond to support our community and embodies the values of Northwest Florida Community Hospital.