The Wright Center for Community Health

31/08/2026

Every Aug. 31, International Overdose Awareness Day brings us together to remember those we’ve lost, support those in recovery, and take action to save lives. 💜

Overdoses continue to affect families and neighbors right here in Pennsylvania, with one person dying from a drug overdose every two hours, according to the state Department of Health.

At The Wright Center, you are a person, not a diagnosis. As a Pennsylvania-designated Opioid Use Disorder Center of Excellence, our dedicated recovery specialists, behavioral health teams, and medical providers deliver judgment-free outpatient support.

➡️ Learn more about our addiction and recovery services: https://bit.ly/45ReyJL.

🧰 If you or someone you know needs a free Naloxone kit, visit https://bit.ly/4guExNn.

29/08/2026

We are proud to support Hawley Rotary as a platinum sponsor of this year’s Reverse Raffle Fundraiser! 💙

HAWLEY, PA — The Hawley Rotary Club announced that the Wright Center for Community Health is the platinum sponsor for the upcoming 2026 Reverse Raffle Fundraiser. Saturday, August 29 is the …

29/08/2026

As August comes to a close and a new school year approaches, we’re reflecting on National Immunization Awareness Month – a timely reminder that staying up to date on vaccines is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself, your family, and your neighbors.

From back-to-school vaccines for kids to routine booster shots and pregnancy care, immunizations help safeguard our entire community across every stage of life.

Read our latest Your Path to Better Health blog post to learn how routine vaccines work and why staying current matters: TheWrightCenter.org/national-immunization-awareness-month/.

To schedule an immunization or speak with a physician about which vaccines are right for you and your family, call 570-230-0019 or visit TheWrightCenter.org.

28/08/2026

As National Community Health Worker Awareness Week comes to a close, we’re shining a light on the dedicated community health workers (CHWs) who serve our patients across Northeastern Pennsylvania. 🌟

Every day, our CHWs go beyond traditional care by connecting patients to essential community resources, breaking down barriers, and offering compassion when it’s needed most. We are immensely grateful for their hard work and commitment to creating healthier, more supported communities for our neighbors in need. 💙

To learn more about how our CHWs can help you or someone you know, speak with our care team at your next appointment or call 570-230-0019.

28/08/2026

🌟 Mission Moments Highlight 🌟

Extraordinary care starts with an extraordinary team! Join us in recognizing Dr. Omaima Chaudhary, Dr. Nada Gaafar, Dr. Dhriti Gupta, Dr. Andrew Hicban, Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, Dr. Ramsha Khan, Dr. Faysal Sadeq, Lauretta Graham, and Dr. Caitlin McCarthy for going above and beyond for our patients, colleagues, and communities.

We are so grateful for your hard work, heart, and dedication to living our mission every single day. 💙

28/08/2026

Who says learning about health can’t include making friends with an alpaca? 🦙🩺

Here's a look back at our time with campers at Indraloka Animal Sanctuary's annual summer camp!

Our team had a blast sharing moments with local children, offering health tips, and drawing connections between caring for people and caring for animals. We’re grateful for our partnership with Indraloka that allows us to build memories like these. Because creating healthy, vibrant communities starts with inspiring the next generation. 💙

27/08/2026

Big smiles for our big winners! 🎟️

Congratulations to our lucky raffle winners from The Wright Way to Wellness: Kids Edition who took home bikes, a skateboard, a wellness gift basket, and Yankees tickets. We hope you enjoy your prizes!

We also want to offer another thank you to all the families, children, and community partners who helped make this year's event such a success. We can’t wait to celebrate wellness with you again next summer! 💙

27/08/2026

We’ve added an additional backpack giveaway this Saturday, Aug. 29 in Carbondale! 🎒

With the school season right around the corner, we’re offering three more pickups, thanks to our partnership with the Dunkin' Joy In Childhood Foundation! All backpacks are filled with essential school supplies to help students start the year ready to succeed.

📌 Important rules:
▪ Children must be present to receive a backpack
▪ No large corporate pickups are allowed

Check out the flyer for dates and locations, or visit our events page at TheWrightCenter.org/events.

26/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Nina Poliak to The Wright Center!

Dr. Poliak is a returning member of our team, having previously served as a pediatric faculty member and attending physician from 2014-16. She will be returning to both roles and accepting new patients at The Wright Center for Community Health Wilkes-Barre.

With more than 20 years of experience in pediatric care, Dr. Poliak offers comprehensive services including well visits, same-day sick appointments, newborn care, school/sports physicals, mental health screenings, and more.

Learn more about Dr. Poliak and what her return means for our team: https://bit.ly/4hHwZb2.

Schedule an appointment today by calling 570-491-0126 or visiting https://bit.ly/3OuqVmY.

31/07/2026

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟱 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽

For the past 25 years, our president and CEO, Linda Thomas-Hemak, has cared for generations of families, taught future physicians, and led The Wright Center’s transformation – advancing a deeply held belief that high-quality, whole-person primary health services should be accessible to all.

Throughout her career, she has worked across every dimension of our mission at once: caring for patients, educating and mentoring learners, and shaping systems that strengthen communities.

Today, we celebrate this extraordinary 25-year milestone and the enduring impact of a leader whose work continues to move The Wright Center forward.

Through our Graduate Medical Education Safety-Net Consortium framework, we continue to advance a model that integrates:

· Whole-person primary and preventive health services
· Interprofessional workforce development
· Community engagement and activation
· Innovation that improves health outcomes

Together, we remain committed to our ambitious vision: becoming America’s leading model for comprehensive primary care with integrated workforce development, and achieving recognition as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ gold standard for community-based care.

Thank you, Dr. Thomas-Hemak, for 25 years of continuous clinical care, teaching, leadership, and unwavering commitment to improving the health and welfare of our communities while shaping the next generation of physician leaders.

Please join us in congratulating her on this remarkable milestone.