Merrill Thomas to retire after 25 years of service as President and CEO
Merrill Thomas to Retire After 25 Years of Service as President and CEO Merrill Thomas, who has helped transform community health care in Rhode Island’s capital city over the past 25 years as President and CEO of Providence Community Health Centers (PCHC), will retire at the end of this year. The PCHC Board of Directors […]
PCHC recognized with Worksite Health Award by Blue Cross, Providence Chamber
PCHC Recognized with Superior Worksite Health Award Providence Community Health Centers (PCHC) has been recognized at the Superior distinction level of the 2026 Worksite Health Awards, presented by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce. This honor celebrates PCHC’s meaningful efforts to promote employee health, wellness, and […]
Matthew Blackey recognized as our 2026 Beacon Award winner
Matthew Blackey, Director of Dental and Specialty Services, has been named Providence Community Health Centers’ 2026 Beacon Award honoree. Each year, the Rhode Island Health Center Association presents the Beacon Award to an outstanding employee from each of the state’s federally qualified health centers. Matt has served PCHC for 11 years and currently oversees Adult […]
19th annual golf tournament a success
Our 19th annual golf tournament was a great success, bringing the community together to raise vital funds for PCHC’s programs and services. The tournament took place at Warwick Country Club on July 13. We extend our sincere thanks to our premier sponsor, Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island, as well as Starkweather & Shepley Insurance, […]
Zoila Nunez, RN, recognized as 2026 Daisy Award honoree
Zoila Nunez, RN, recognized as 2026 Daisy Award honoree Zoila Nunez, RN, who is known for her delivery of superlative care at our Express clinic, was recognized as our 2026 Daisy Award honoree at a surprise ceremony on May 6. June will mark 20 years since Zoila joined PCHC as a Health Center Assistant. She […]
RI Foundation, Attorney General announce millions of dollars in dental grants
On March 17, Providence Community Health Center hosted a press conference announcing $7.9 million in grants to provide dental care for Providence children. The grants were awarded through the Foundation’s Rhode Island Attorney General’s 6/10 Children’s Fund, which was established with $10 million from a civil settlement last year between Barletta Heavy Division and the […]
Dr. Karen Ng honored with President’s Award for Excellence
Dr. Karen Ng has been recognized with the President’s Award for Excellence, presented annually to a team member who demonstrates the values of Providence Community Health Centers and acts as a role model to others. Dr. Ng is a Family Medicine physician at our Atwood Health Center. She previously cared for patients at our Olneyville […]
Dr. Karen Ng recognized for clinical excellence with the Golden Stethoscope Award
Dr. Karen Ng is this year’s winner of the Golden Stethoscope Award, which recognizes an exemplary clinician who demonstrates clinical excellence and a commitment to compassionate patient care. Dr. Ng is a Family Medicine physician who has been with PCHC since 2001 and currently cares for patients at our Atwood Health Center. She is pictured […]
Dr. Knarr honored with Public Health Champion Award
Dr. Erica Knarr, our Clinical Director of Dental Medicine, was recently awarded the Public Health Champion Award at the RI Public Health Association’s annual meeting. The award is presented to individuals who have championed public health through advocacy, education, and service. We talked to Dr. Knarr about receiving this award and the ways PCHC is […]
2025 Mission of Mercy Serves 600+ Rhode Islanders in Need; Delivers $300K in Donated Services
Powered by hundreds of oral health professionals and members of the community who volunteered their time on October 4 and 5, the 2025 Rhode Island Mission of Mercy free dental clinic served a total of 611 in-need Rhode Islanders and delivered more than $300,000 worth of donated dental services. Held all day on Saturday, Oct. […]