The Wright Center for Community Health

28/04/2026

Looking for a creative outlet? Join us for our adult crafting and art sessions. 🎨

These fun, welcoming sessions offer a low-pressure space to explore and express yourself. No experience necessary – just bring your creativity!

📅 May 8 | Sept. 11 | Dec. 11
⏰ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
📍 The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton Auditorium | 501 S. Washington Ave., Scranton

Head to TheWrightCenter.org/events for more details, or contact Allison LaRussa, our associate vice president of health and wellness, at [email protected] or 570-878-4370.

28/04/2026

🌟 Training that inspires, service that lasts.

Congratulations to Dr. Sandra Rabat, who signed her contract to continue her career with us as one of our newest primary care physicians during a celebration of our 50th anniversary.

From medical student rotations to residency training and now stepping into her role as an attending physician, Dr. Rabat's journey reflects the power of mission-driven education and community-centered care. We're proud to celebrate this milestone and excited for the impact she will continue to make for patients throughout Northeast Pennsylvania. 💙

📖 Read more about her journey: https://bit.ly/4e20d2p.

27/04/2026

🏌️⛳ Our fourth annual Dr. William Waters Golf Tournament is less than a week away, and none of it would be possible without the generous support of our sponsors and donors.

We are so grateful for your commitment to The Wright Center's mission of expanding access to high-quality, whole-person health services across our communities.

See you on the course on May 1! ☀️

27/04/2026

We were honored to attend the American College of Physicians (ACP) Internal Medicine Meeting 2026 in San Francisco, joining physicians and leaders from across the country for the annual Convocation Ceremony celebrating excellence, service, and leadership in medicine. 🩺

Dr. Linda Thomas-Hemak, our president and CEO; Dr. Maheswara Reddy Koppula, associate program director of our Internal Medicine residency program and teaching hospitalist; and Sheridan Kaschak, executive administrative assistant, proudly represented The Wright Center.

The convocation held special meaning for Dr. Koppula, who attended for the first time as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians with his family by his side, a milestone moment in a career defined by dedication to his patients, his residents, and the field of internal medicine.🌟

26/04/2026

We've celebrated America's 250th anniversary with liberty trees, and we've celebrated with liberty bells. Now get ready to celebrate with us at America250PA's Commonwealth Concert Series! 🎶

Tickets are free and available now for the remaining three shows across Pennsylvania, including right here in Wilkes-Barre at Kirby Park on June 20 featuring Lady A with special guest En Vogue, and a special appearance by Carson Kressley. We’re proud to sponsor this event, and its theme – A Tribute to Health Care Professionals – couldn’t be more fitting.

📌 Check out the flyer for dates and times, and grab your free tickets today at concerts.america250pa.org.

25/04/2026

Last week, Drs. Stephen Long Jr. and Manju Mary Thomas took the stage at the 2026 Children's Issues in a Changing World Conference, hosted by the Outreach Center for Community Resources in Scranton. They joined an outstanding group of community leaders, educators, and state officials to speak on holistic care for families and children.

We're proud to see our physicians showing up for this region, not just in our community health centers, but in the conversations shaping how our community supports its youngest members.

24/04/2026

🌎 In the spirit of Earth Day and National Volunteer Week, our team rolled up their sleeves and got to work cleaning up the grounds at our community health centers across the region.

It’s a reminder that our commitment to healthier communities doesn’t stop at the front door. We’re grateful for every team member who showed up and made an impact. 💚

24/04/2026

Primary care in action! 😊

Dr. Linda Thomas-Hemak, our president and CEO, is proud to provide whole-person primary health services at our Mid Valley community health center, where she recently connected with Dr. Stephen Long, our resident physicians, and Lackawanna medical students who are making a difference in our communities every day.

23/04/2026

📢 Classes start next week, and there's still time to sign up!

We’re excited to offer the National Diabetes Prevention Program, once again, at our community health centers in Jermyn and Scranton to help people at risk build healthier habits and prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. More than one-third of U.S. adults have prediabetes, yet nearly 90% are unaware they have it.

💻 Participants can attend in person or virtually.

📍 The Wright Center for Community Health Mid Valley
5 S. Washington Ave., Jermyn
🗓️ Tuesday, April 28 at 5:30 p.m.

📍 The Wright Center for Community Health Scranton
501 S. Washington Ave., Scranton
🗓️ Wednesday, April 29 at 3 p.m.

➡️ Learn more about the program and see if you qualify: https://bit.ly/4b4xFTZ.

For more information, contact Melissa Germano-Ryczak, a registered dietitian and director of lifestyle modification and preventive medicine, at [email protected] or 570-892-8598.

22/04/2026

We sat down with Laurie Cadden from ECTV to share everything you need to know about our fourth annual Dr. William Waters Golf Tournament! 🏌️

While golf spots are filled, there are still plenty of ways you can support this meaningful event. Cocktail hour and dinner tickets are available, along with raffle tickets for a chance to win a number of exciting prizes! Every purchase helps support underserved individuals and families through The Wright Center for Patient & Community Engagement.

🎟️ Purchase your tickets today: https://bit.ly/4tmJhbH.

🎥 Watch the full interview: https://bit.ly/4u0v9Vg.

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22/04/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎💚

A healthy environment and healthy communities go hand in hand. When the spaces where we live, work, and grow are clean and cared for, the people in them thrive too. Stay tuned for some Earth Day action later this week! 👀

21/04/2026

This National Volunteer Week, we recognize our board members, resident and fellow physicians, and staff who go above and beyond for the communities we serve.

From distributing backpacks and clothing to serving food and educating children, our volunteer efforts reflect the heart of our mission: delivering whole-person primary health services and building the inspired workforce Northeast Pennsylvania deserves. Thank you for all that you do. 💙