Central Maine Healthcare

Women’s and children’s health

“The team delivered four healthy, happy babies, the most precious gifts that I have ever received. I could never thank them enough!

Women’s Health services | Breast Health | Maternity Care | Pediatrics

Women of all ages have unique health and medical needs, which is why Central Maine Healthcare has spent decades building services, treatment, education programs and facilities specifically for the care of women.

We have made every effort to make our women’s health services seamless and easily accessible because we know how hectic life can be. In addition to providing convenient, high-quality care, we also empower women to take control of their own health from the reproductive years to midlife and beyond.

From performing routine physicals to relieving symptoms of menopause or performing the latest diagnostic breast screenings, our women’s health specialists take a holistic yet personal approach, considering each woman’s lifestyle and needs in tailoring care. Our professionals are not only well qualified, but also equipped with skill and compassion to make the experience of getting healthy as good as the care itself.

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Baby Lena’s story

“Kim and Ben were looking forward to the birth of their second child. Everything had gone well during the birth of their son two years earlier, so they figured this delivery would be similar. When the unthinkable happened, they were thankful to have the care team at CMMC by their side” Read More…

Bridgton Hospital helps local students protect against seasonal flu with free clinic

October 9, 2024 by Jim Cyr

BRIDGTON, Maine (Oct. 9, 2024) Dozens of students lined up, rolled up their sleeves and received their annual flu shots at Bridgton Academy on Oct. 9.

The free flu shot clinic was organized by Bridgton Hospital which is part of Central Maine Healthcare. In addition to their public outreach efforts, the healthcare system is currently in the process of getting all of it its own team members vaccinated against influenza, which is required for all healthcare workers in Maine.

“It was so great to meet with these students and help protect them against influenza,” said Elaine Drew, RN, Bridgton Hospital. “Many thanks to the great staff at Bridgton Academy for helping us make this possible.

“This is a great time for everyone to get immunized, because we are heading into the beginning of flu season.”

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends everyone who is six months or older to receive the flu vaccine.

Central Maine Healthcare honors its advanced practice providers

September 19, 2024 by Jim Cyr

LEWISTON, Maine (Sept. 19, 2024) During the last week of September, Central Maine Healthcare (CMH) will join the rest of the nation in honoring its advanced practice providers (APPs).

An APP is a health care provider who is not a physician but performs medical procedures typically performed by a physician, having undergone extensive medical education and training. Among their ranks are nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, certified registered nurse anesthetists, clinical nurse specialists and certified anesthesiologist assistants.

“As we expand healthcare access in the communities we serve, advanced practice providers are playing an increasingly critical role,” said Steve Littleson, president and CEO, Central Maine Healthcare. “The skill set these healthcare professionals provide enables our patients to receive quality and timely care, and at the same time allows our physicians to concentrate on more complex cases. I believe APPs will play an increasingly important role in our healthcare system in the years to come.”

With the U.S. experiencing a physician shortage, our APPs have become even more critical to our ability to successfully care for our patients.

“I chose to become a certified registered nurse anesthetist because I wanted to expand my clinical knowledge,” said Tina Moring, lead certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) at Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC). “I was already committed to our patients, but I wanted to do more. Being a CRNA allows me to serve our community, to meet more of the needs of our patients, and I get to do what I love, every day.”

“I was previously working as an athletic trainer with a semi-pro basketball team,” said Angela Michalka, a physician assistant (PA) at CMH Orthopedics. “Though I was an important part of the team, I wanted to be able to do more and provide more advanced care for the players instead of having to hand them off when they had a more significant injury. As a PA I am now able to provide advanced comprehensive care for my patients and I hope I am able to help keep them active and doing the things they enjoy.”

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Telehealth Services

Central Maine Healthcare now offers telehealth services, bringing you the care you need when you’re unable to leave home. Online and telephone visits are available at most of our outpatient locations.

What is Telehealth?

Telehealth is a service provided to connect you with your healthcare provider virtually, without having to leave the comfort of your home. Telehealth includes phone appointments and video appointments with your provider using technology such as a smartphone, computer or tablet. Depending on your needs and the purpose of your intended visit, you are able to speak your provider about medical conditions and concerns, receive a diagnosis and request prescriptions. To find out if a telehealth visit is right for you, contact the Patient Service Representative at one of our outpatient practices. We can discuss your options with you and schedule the visit.

Telephone Visits

Telephone visits are now available in all CMH primary care and specialty care practices, so you can conduct your healthcare visit by phone from the comfort of your home. Available for both current and new CMH patients, these appointments are scheduled by calling your practice of choice and requesting the appointment. Phone visits are the same cost as an office visit and are covered by all in-network insurance providers.

Online Visits by Smartphone, Computer or Tablet

Many Central Maine Healthcare primary care and specialty care practices now have the ability to conduct online visits. You can visit with your provider using a smartphone, computer or tablet. Below is a list of practices that are currently offering this service. We will continue to update the list as more are added.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Meet Our Providers

We are all about the whole you and helping you feel like the true you. We start by listening. To schedule a consultation with a caring specialist, call 207-795-6543.

Everything You Need to Feel 100% Whole – Let us take care of you with :

Relaxing Atmosphere: Our facility is designed to offer a comfortable, calming ambiance. We want you to feel as relaxed as possible before, during and after treatment.

Full Range of Services: We offer both reconstructive surgery and elective cosmetic surgery. We also offer laser treatments and other aesthetic much of which can be completed in under an hour with no downtime necessary.

Flexible Hours: We offer extended hours to make booking before and after work appointments possible for our patients.

Seamless Service: From check-in to check-out, we take total care of you. We have a care coordinator and a surgical scheduler on staff, guaranteeing there are no mistakes or gaps in service.

Collaboration & Convenience: As part of Central Maine Healthcare, we work with many practices and centers also within the system. If you’ve been referred from other service lines such as our Breast Care Center, Ear, Nose & Throat or Orthopedics, we will collaborate with their team members to schedule your reconstructive surgery, scar revision or other needs.

Patient Information: Central Maine Healthcare’s Plastic Surgery Department wants to keep you informed every step of the way. Below, we’ve compiled a list of useful information as a starting point. If you have any additional questions, please contact us at 207-795-6543.

Appointments: We kindly ask that each patient be on time for their scheduled appointment.

Cancellations: If you cannot make your scheduled appointment, please call at least 24 hours before to cancel and reschedule. This allows us to adjust our care provider’s schedule and allow access to others who may have been anticipating an appointment. If you must cancel on the day of the appointment because of an emergency, please call our office as soon as possible. Failure to notify us of a cancellation of your appointment is considered a missed appointment. Repeat missed appointments will result in discharge from the practice.

Payment for Services: Payment and/or co-pay is expected at the time of service. If applicable, we will submit your bill to your insurer. Please bring your insurance card to every appointment. If an insurance claim is submitted, you will receive a bill indicating the balance due from you after the claim is processed. Please be sure to immediately notify the Patient Financial Services office of any insurance change by calling 207-795-2237.

Prescriptions: Prescription refill requests must be placed Monday – Thursday between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and Friday between 8 a.m. and noon. When possible, please call the office when you have one week of medication left. Otherwise, please contact the office and allow at least two business days for the nurse and the care provider to process the request. The office will contact you only if there are questions about your request.

After Hours Calls: If your medical need is urgent and cannot wait until the office opens, patients may reach the on-call care provider by calling 207-795-6543. The answering service will page the provider and have them return your call. Please unblock your phone line to allow the physician to call you back. The on-call care provider will not take non-urgent after hour calls regarding refills or appointments.

Release of Information to A Spouse or Family Member: Patient confidentiality laws require you to sign a release before your care provider can talk with your spouse, family member or anyone else about your care. If you would like to have such a release sent to you, please contact us.

Medical Records: A signed authorization release is required for the release of any medical records. We do whatever is necessary to ensure the privacy of our patients. If you are transferring from another provider’s office, please have your medical records forwarded to our office. We reserve the right to charge a fee for copying of medical records.

Patient Satisfaction & Policy Regarding Cosmetic Revision: Our goal is your satisfaction. Plastic and cosmetic surgery is an art based in science. Perfection, while always the goal, is rarely achieved. We strive for the best outcomes possible, but occasionally dissatisfaction occurs. While working with you, your surgeon may recommend a revision to help achieve your ultimate goal for the procedure. Depending on the circumstances, the revision may be done at an additional cost to you. In rare cases, your surgeon may offer you a reduced or no cost revision within six months of your procedure.

Office Hours
Central Maine Plastic Surgery 593 Center Street, Auburn, ME 04210 207-795-6543 Directions Practice Hours: Monday 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Tuesday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.	Bridgton Hospital Specialty Clinic 25 Hospital Drive, Bridgton, ME 04009 207-693-6106 Directions Practice Hours: Wednesdays – twice each month Fridays

Ways to Give

Help make a difference in your community’s well-being.

Central Maine Healthcare is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality healthcare to residents of central Maine, every day.

Our non-profit hospitals – Bridgton Hospital, Central Maine Medical Center and Rumford Hospital – rely on community support to help us strengthen and enhance our patient care, health education, medical equipment, and facilities, and ensure that central Maine, the Lakes Region and the River Valley continue to receive top-notch healthcare close to home. Whether you choose to donate to a specific program or service or make a general contribution, your gift will make a positive impact on the health and well-being of your community.

For more information about ways to give to Central Maine Healthcare, please contact our Office of Philanthropy by email at giving@cmhc.org or telephone at 207-795-2685.