Choptank Community Health System

09/04/2026

Choptank Community Health System joins our communities in celebrating Labor Day this weekend and reminds you that all our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of the holiday.

Patients can use your Patient Portal to leave a message for your provider or schedule an appointment at https://20853.portal.athenahealth.com/.

Please call 911 if you are having a medical emergency.

09/03/2026

Families in will have greater access to pediatric dental care and primary care as Choptank Community Health System expands services at its Chestertown Health Center by adding three new providers to its dental and medical teams.

Leading the expansion is pediatric dentist Beatrice Bautista, DMD, whose arrival significantly increases pediatric dental capacity at the Chestertown Health Center.

She is joined by family nurse practitioners Morgan Bleinberger, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, and Lauren Burnett, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C, expanding access to comprehensive primary care for children and adults throughout Kent County and the Mid-Shore.

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Kent County Department of Social Services
Kent County Local Management Board
Kent County Health Dept.
Kent County Chamber of Commerce
The Kent County News

‍Families in Kent County will have greater access to pediatric dental care and primary care as Choptank Community Health System expands services at its Chestertown Health Center by adding three new providers to its dental and medical teams.

09/01/2026

Please join us in congratulating Vanessa Malave, Choptank Community Health System's September 2026 Employee of the Month! 🎉

As a Lead Community Health Worker (CHW), Vanessa consistently exemplifies CCHS’s mission and values through compassionate patient advocacy, relentless dedication to overcoming barriers, and a commitment to connecting patients and families with life-changing resources.

As a respected leader and mentor for the Population Health team, she demonstrates excellence, professionalism, and servant leadership while strengthening the team and making a meaningful, lasting impact on the patients and communities CCHS serves.

Vanessa does not just support the mission while she is at work; she lives it. Her compassion, commitment, and selfless service have had a profound impact on countless patients and families throughout our community.

Please take a moment to congratulate Vanessa on this well-deserved recognition!

Congratulations, Vanessa! Thank you for your dedication to our mission of improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve and making a difference every day. 💙

08/28/2026

Thank you Taelor!

Thank you, Taelor, for advocating for clients as a dedicated CHW!

08/28/2026

Thank you Judith!

08/28/2026

Celebrating Our Community Health Workers: Vanessa Malave and Niara Wilson

Choptank Community Health System is proud to recognize Vanessa Malave (left) and Niara Wilson (right) for their unwavering dedication to our patients and community. Every day, they go above and beyond to help patients overcome social barriers, connect to essential resources, and find hope during some of their most challenging moments.

Each week, Vanessa and Niara huddle to share inspiring stories of patient successes and lives transformed through their compassion, advocacy, and persistence. Their commitment to helping others reflects the very best of our mission and makes a lasting impact on the individuals and families we serve.

This photo was taken at the CHW Appreciation Luncheon hosted by Eastern Shore Area Health Education Center for National Community Health Worker Awareness Week.

08/26/2026

Community health workers connect patients with the care, resources, and support they need to thrive.

During National Community Health Worker Awareness Week, Choptank Community Health System celebrates these trusted team members and the vital role they play in building healthier communities across Maryland’s Mid-Shore.

Thank you for meeting patients where they are and making a difference every day.

08/25/2026

Choptank Community Health System is grateful for the work and care of all the Mid-Shore’s community health workers. Thank you for treating patients with compassion and care.

CHWs are compassionate and caring and they relate well to others. That is what makes them great advocates and assets in the healthcare space.

If you know of any amazing CHWs, please tag them in the comments below.

If you have feel you have these qualities and would like to help your community, visit our website www.esahec.org for more information on how you can become a CHW.

08/24/2026

Welcome back to school, Mid-Shore students, families, teachers, and staff!

Choptank Community Health System is proud to partner with public schools in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot counties to help make health care more accessible for students throughout the school year.

Our School-Based Health Centers bring health care directly to participating schools, helping students spend more time learning and less time away from the classroom.

Here’s to a healthy, happy, and successful 2026-2027 school year!

Learn more about Choptank Health’s School-Based Health Centers at www.ChoptankHealth.org/SchoolBased, with new registrations always welcome.



Caroline County Public Schools
Dorchester County Public Schools
Kent County Public Schools
Queen Anne's County Public Schools
Talbot County Public Schools

08/19/2026

The excitement of a new school year is here. Along with shopping for school supplies, meeting teachers, and settling into new routines, Choptank Community Health System encourages you to put your child's health at the top of your back-to-school checklist.

Healthy students are better prepared to learn, grow, and participate in all that school has to offer. Students enrolled in the School-Based Health Center program have convenient access to quality health care right on their school's campus.

As you prepare for the first day of school, here are a few ways to help your child get off to a strong start:
• Enroll your student in the School-Based Health Center if they are not already enrolled. Enrollment is free. Find locations and forms at https://www.choptankhealth.org/schoolbased
• Make sure your child's immunizations are up to date.
• Schedule sports physicals before fall athletic seasons begin.
• Update the School-Based Health Center with any changes to your child's medications, medical history, or emergency contacts.
• Support healthy habits at home by encouraging nutritious meals, regular physical activity, and good sleep. Students enrolled in the program also have access to nutrition counseling and behavioral health services when needed.

Choptank Health's School-Based Health Centers provide comprehensive medical, dental, nutrition, and behavioral health services for enrolled students. Care is coordinated with your child's primary care provider and dentist to ensure they receive the support they need.

Caroline County Public Schools
Kent County Public Schools
Queen Anne's County Public Schools
Talbot County Public Schools