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The University of Washington will not be renewing its contracts to operate the UW Medicine Lopez Island Clinic. Read the full announcement by clicking the link at the bottom of this post.

What Does This Mean?

The UW Medicine Lopez Island Clinic will remain open through June 30, 2026.

Primary Care Services:

PA Sam Rich is seeing patients in person at the Clinic on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

ARNP Preicy Frianeza-Garin is available full-time, Monday through Friday, via telehealth.

Same-day telehealth appointments are often available within one hour.

Visiting MDs and other primary care providers will periodically visit the Clinic to provide care. Watch for announcements with specific dates and details.

Please Note:
Lopez Island Physical Therapy operates independently of the UW Clinic and is not closing.

Recent Updates

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You can sign up on the LIHD website to receive updates by email: lopezislandhd.org

Transition Planning
An updated Transition Plan is now available (Lopez Clinic Updated Transition Plan 250807.docx).

Two working groups have been formed:

One group is overseeing the transition process and guiding the search for a healthcare partner.

The other is exploring the possibility of an independent clinic model.
Both groups will be gathering data and engaging with the community over the next 30-40 days.

Community Kick-Off Webinar - Tuesday, August 12
Date: Tuesday, August 12
Time: 5:00-6:30 PM
See LIHD website for details.
Join Jody Carona for a community webinar to hear updates and explore options for the future of healthcare on Lopez Island.

Activities Planned for the Next Two Weeks

Weekly calls with Jody Carona

Listening sessions with key stakeholders

Community survey

Research on different models of care

Drafting requests for proposals for potential healthcare providers or partners

Upcoming Public Meetings

LIHD Board Meeting
Date: Wednesday, August 27
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Lopez Island Family Resource Center & via Zoom
Zoom Passcode: 468826
Focus: Regular district business. Commissioner training on Community Engagement with consultant Mary-Kay Clunies-Ross will be held before the meeting at 3:00 PM. Public welcome.

CWMA Board Meeting
Date: Tuesday, September 9
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Lopez Island Family Resource Center
Contact: [email protected]

How You Can Help

Support Clinic Operations:

Arrive on time (or early) for appointments

Use telemedicine when appropriate to reduce in-person visits

Telemedicine Resources:

Learn more at uwmedicine.org/virtual-care

UW MyChart users can self-schedule Virtual Primary Care appointments

Available daily from 8 AM to 8 PM, 364 days a year

Same-day appointments often available within 1 hour

Stay Informed and Involved:

LIHD Website: lopezislandhd.org/news

CWMA Website: catherinewashburnmedical.org

Facebook: @LopezIslandHD; Lopez Rocks News & Views: lopezrocks.org

Bulletin Boards: Lopez Village Market & Library

Attend LIHD and CWMA public meetings

Questions or Comments?
Email LIHD Superintendent Edee Scriven at [email protected]
LIHD Commissioner contacts: lopezislandhd.org/contact
CWMA contact: [email protected]

Thank you for your patience and support. Together, we’re committed to securing a sustainable path forward for healthcare on Lopez Island.

Click the link below to view the original update with active links.

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