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COVID-19 Updates

The LCH Community Health Center in Kennett Square, PA

We are dedicated to helping adults, teens, and children to be and stay healthy.

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Our team of primary care providers, chronic care specialists, nurses, behavioral health consultants, case workers, medical assistants, nutritionists, and interpreters work as a team to provided integrated, Person-Centered Care to the greater southern Chester County community.

Insurance or no insurance, LCH will take care of you. We evaluate everyone to determine eligibility for discounted services. Our sliding scale fees are based on your income and family size. We don’t turn anyone away due to inability to pay.

Hours

LCH Health and Community Services Kennett Square is located on West Cypress Street, just outside of the Kennett Square Borough.

Hours

  • Monday 8 am - 8 pm

  • Tuesday 8 am - 8 pm

  • Wednesday 8 am - 8 pm

  • Thursday 8 am - 8 pm

  • Friday 8 am - 12 pm

In addition to medical services in our Kennett Square health center, appointments are also available via Telehealth. ¿Habla español? Nuestros especialistas médicos hablan español y inglés.

Driving address Kennett Square: 731 West Cypress Street Kennett Square, PA 19348. NPI#1285984476. Our health centers are located in Kennett Square and Oxford, with our specialty services site located in West Grove.

 

Primary & Acute Care

LCH believes in quality, person-centered care for all members of the community.

Primary and Acute Services

  • Physical exams, wellness visits, and immunizations

  • Diagnosis and treatment for chronic illness

  • Minor injuries, aches, and pains

  • Behavioral health counseling

  • Counseling for behavioral modification and lifestyle changes

  • Referrals to specialty care

  • Minor surgical procedures and wound care

  • Testing and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases

  • Bright Smiles - Pediatric Dental Varnish Program

We emphasize preventive care, and educate our patients on how life experiences and influences at work and at home can affect overall health.

Through our integrated electronic health record system, LCH Centricity, service providers can understand social and environmental influences firsthand on each patient. The LCH team has a full understanding of a patient’s situation, and works together to help move the patients forward to the next level of health, independence, and confidence.

LCH is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Level I Physicians Practice Connections ® – Patient-Centered Medical Home ™. LCH is a Federally Qualified Health Care Center (F and a Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) Deemed facility.  In 2013, LCH was in listed as one of the top five Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s) out of the 40 FQHC’s in the state of Pennsylvania.

Photo of Certified Family Nurse Practitioner Jessica Fuentes, MSN, CRNP, with female patient in exam room for primary care visit

Schedule an appointment in the Health Center today

610.444.7550

Chronic Care

Our specialists work with patients and their families on how to manage chronic diseases, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.

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It takes lifestyle change to manage a chronic disease, and the whole family needs to understand how to support healthy choices for the health of the patient.

Care managers, health educators and social services staff work together to ensure the patient is making healthy lifestyle changes to manage their chronic diseases. LCH continues to bring awareness and resources to the community through outreach and programs.

Medical assistant tends to a patient in exam room

 

Nutrition Counseling

Integrated nutrition counseling provides important education and coaching for patients of all ages.

What is Nutrition Counseling?

  • What is nutrition counseling?
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    What is nutrition counseling?

    Nutrition counseling is learning about healthy eating strategies to live a healthy life.

  • Why do people need nutrition counseling?
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    Why do people need nutrition counseling?

    It depends. Some people want to lose weight. Some people might have diabetes or another chronic condition that requires you to pay more attention to what you eat. Or they have a child who is a picky eater and they need some strategies for getting more fruits and vegetables in their diet. Food is a very important part of your health and your life!

  • How long does it last?
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    How long does it last?

    Appointments are typically 30 minutes. If more time is needed, more time can be scheduled.

  • Can I bring my partner with me?
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    Can I bring my partner with me?

    Of course! you can bring a family member with you if you would like.

  • Do I have to be a patient at LCH in order to receive counseling?
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    Do I have to be a patient at LCH in order to receive counseling?

    Nutrition counseling is for members of LCH on the medical side, so you do have to be a patient of one of our health centers. We are accepting new patients, so please join us!

Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionist teaches patients on healthy eating for many different reasons.

Patients meet with the nutritionist for reasons like prevention, weight loss, wellness promotion, and disease-specific diets as prescribed by our medical providers.
Nutrition education can also help families with meal time planning, infant and child nutrition, and breastfeeding.

Providers

  • James Cardasis, DO

    Interim Medical Director, Physician NPI#1275590556
    James Cardasis, DO

    Interim Medical Director, Physician NPI#1275590556

    When did you join the LCH team?

    I joined the team in August 2019.

    Where did you go to school for your medical training?

    I attended Emory University in Atlanta, GA  for my Bachelor of Science degree and the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine for my medical school education.

    What type of medicine is your specialty?

    Family Medicine,  but I am also certified in Functional Medicine, a form of integrative medicine that seeks to get to the root cause of complex chronic disease.

    Why do you like working at LCH?

    I like LCH because every on is so positive and pleasant. There is a very unique culture in our staff the is infectious (in a good way).  The patients are also super pleasant and appreciative of the care we provide.

    What is your most important health tip for patients?

    The most important tool that you have is your fork!  We truly are what we eat and we get to make choices many times a day about what we put in to our bodies. Food is sharing, love, culture, energy and information for our bodies. Learn very carefully how to eat for good health and a good life.

  • Jessica Fuentes, MSN, CRNP

    Certified Family Nurse Practitioner NPI#1194199224
    Jessica Fuentes, MSN, CRNP

    Certified Family Nurse Practitioner NPI#1194199224

    When did you join the LCH team?

    I joined in November 2018.

    Where did you go to school for your medical training? 

    I studied Nursing and got my Masters of Science at The University of California San Francisco and my Family Nurse Practitioner certification at Sonoma State University.

    What type of medicine is your specialty?

    I specialize in Family Medicine and Community Health.

    Why do you like working at LCH?

    I enjoy helping the community where I live and work. I believe that equal access to health care is a right and I appreciate that LCH provides exemplary care regardless of your social, economic or immigration status.

    What is your most important health tip for patients?

    Do one thing that makes yourself happy every day. People forget the importance of the mind, body, and spirit connection. We must take care of our whole-selves.

  • Fatima Sattar, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C

    Certified Family Nurse Practitioner NPI#1184087967
    Fatima Sattar, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C

    Certified Family Nurse Practitioner NPI#1184087967

    When did you join the LCH team?

    I joined LCH in May, 2016.

    Where did you go to school for your medical training?

    I completed my Associate’s Degree in Nursing with Luzerne County Community College and then my BSN and MSN at DeSales University in Center Valley, PA.

    What type of medicine is your specialty?

    Family medicine.

    Why do you like working at LCH?

    It has long been a passion of mine to help those most in need and I like that LCH focuses on culturally appropriate and equal care regardless of insurance status. The strong community ties, integrated primary/behavioral health model, and all of the social services and education at LCH are exactly what is needed to decrease health disparities and improve population health.

    What is your most important health tip for patients?

    I think the single most important health tip for anyone, not only our patients, is to get up and move! So many of the health problems we face today can be averted with just 30 minutes of moderate exercise each day.

  • Cheryl L. Fattibene, DNP, MSN, MPH, CRNP

    Certified Family Nurse Practitioner NPI#1164680625
    Cheryl L. Fattibene, DNP, MSN, MPH, CRNP

    Certified Family Nurse Practitioner NPI#1164680625

    When did you join the LCH team?

    I joined LCH in March 2018.

    Where did you go to school for your health care training?

    I obtained master’s degrees in nursing and public health at the Yale School of Nursing and Medicine concurrently and graduated in 1990 from their joint program.  I am currently in a nursing doctoral program at Regis University.

    What type of healthcare is your specialty?

    Family practice.  I am certified in family practice as well.

    Why do you like working at LCH?

    Much of my professional practice has been working with underserved communities in federally qualified health centers so LCH is a good fit for me.  I knew LCH when it was Project Salud and applaud its work with the community it serves. I’m proud to be part of the LCH team!

    What is your most important health tip for patients?

    Be an advocate for yourself and your loved ones when it comes to health care.  Ask for what you need and reach out when you need our help!

  • Marthe Adler, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C

    Certified Family Nurse Practitioner NPI#1295382232

Understanding the needs of patients

  • With our new electronic health record, I have a full understanding of what the patient is going through, and what the patient needs. We are truly an integrated team, and together we change lives.

    Abner Santiago, LCH Behavioral Health Consultant

  • Many factors influence the health of our members. At LCH, we understand these factors on many levels. This is why we provide so many services under one roof. I know that my patients are getting the care and referrals they need to become and stay healthy.

    Marybeth Rizzo Moore, LCH Nurse Practicioner

  • In order to gain a full understanding of patient needs, we must have an understanding of where the patient has been, and where the patient wants to be.

    Daphne Alos, LCH Interpreter and Patient Advocate

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