Overview
Through a partnership with the Washburn University School of Nursing, the Primary Care at Valeo clinic opened on July 1, 2013. The goal of the clinic is to engage Valeo consumers in primary care services as a means of managing physical health needs versus emergency department utilization. Services are provided by an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), with referrals being made to specialty providers if needs exceed those that can be addressed within the clinic.
Philosophy
Access to primary care is essential for managing overall health and wellness. The Primary Care at Valeo clinic strives to decrease the fragmentation between behavioral health and primary care which is often associated with poor health, increased emergency room and hospital admissions and premature mortality.
Services Provided
- Wellness visits
- Urgent care needs
- Chronic disease management
- Well woman exams
Population Served
Primary Care Services are available to Valeo consumers and staff, and Primary Care Services offers accommodation for physical disabilities, sign language, and language interpreters as needed.
Location & Hours
The Primary Care at Valeo clinic is located at 330 Oakley, west entrance.
The hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00am to 4:30pm. There is no provider in the clinic on Fridays.
- Access to Primary Care Services is via scheduled appointment. Appointments are scheduled no more than two weeks in advance, with several same day appointments available each day.