Ivy Creek Health Care
Wetumpka, AL
Primary care is the day-to-day healthcare given by a provider which can range from prevention, treatment of common illnesses, checkups to vaccinations. Primary care providers include doctors, nurse practitioners, nurses and physician assistants. Finding the right primary care provider can be a nightmare for some, especially in a rural community, where the closest provider could be hours away. Having access to healthcare in rural areas is crucial and could make all the difference in the world for local families and communities. For local healthcare look no further than Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville for both pediatric and adult primary care providers.
As of November 2023, Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville upgraded their services to better represent the community that they serve. Now at the heart of the clinic, lies their Pediatric Department. Dedicated to the health and happiness of our youngest community members. Led by a team of compassionate pediatricians and nurses, they provide comprehensive care for infants, children, and adolescents. From routine check-ups to yearly vaccinations, our pediatric services cater to the diverse needs of growing families. Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville is located conveniently across the street from Holtville High School at 4412 Hogan Road, Deatsville.
In addition, the clinics commitment doesn’t end with Pediatric services it extends into adult care. Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville recognizes that health challenges go beyond age boundaries. For adults especially in rural areas where specialized medical services may be limited, this clinic serves as a dependable partner in preventing diseases and promoting overall wellness. This clinic creates a unique dynamic, allowing the parents and their children to be seen by a provider in the same day. The team of skilled healthcare providers collaboratively work to deliver personalized care. With this Ivy creek Family care of Holtville aims to create a healthier, more resilient community for generations to come.
Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville not only accepts Medicaid but can do EPSDT screenings, the child health component of Medicaid. This clinic’s services include, but are not limited to, the following: individualized wellness programs, yearly exams, a full range of injury services from acute to chronic, in-house X-Ray services, and vaccinations for children and adults. This clinic offers a discounted and sliding fee schedule that is available based on family size and income. In summation, nobody is denied access to care due to inability to pay.
Tyra Smith, Pediatric RN, agreed with the general consensus of the staff that, “It is important that the people of the community have somewhere close by to get their healthcare. We are right across the street from the school and we have been working on creating a relationship with them since many of our pediatric patients spend so many hours each day in school. Smith reiterated that, “We do their yearly checkups and make sure all their vaccinations are up to speed for school.”
Upon stepping into the clinic, it is easy to tell that the staff of Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville love their jobs as they are nothing but smiles as they welcome each and every patient. “This is family, the people that work here and the people we see every day. I enjoy coming to work and you don’t get that everywhere. It’s welcoming when you walk through the door, and we love what we do here,” Mathis said.
Both Jamie Mathis and Marlene LaValley are Nurse Practitioners and see their own patients, write their own prescriptions for their patients and fill the need of healthcare within a community alongside Dr. Carlile and Dr.Ewing as their collaborating physicians. Both Mathis and Smith stressed that everyone on staff, regardless of which location they work at, works extremely well as a team.
Looking forward, the team at Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville stated they are excited to establish care with patients and build lasting relationships as primary care providers for children and adults alike.
The clinic is open Monday-Thursday 7:45am-4:00pm (closed 12-1 daily for lunch) and Friday 7:45 am-12:00 pm at 4412 Hogan Road, Deatsville, AL. To schedule an appointment, visit ivycreekhealthcare.com and be sure to select Ivy Creek Family Care of Holtville as the location or call at, (334) 543-4851.
