Jim Olver of Goshen was promoted to CEO of Horizon Family Medical Group, a Goshen-based medical group.
“Mr. Olver”™s dedication as well as his outstanding contributions to our organization made him the ideal candidate for this position,” said Dr. John Dermigny, president of the Horizon Medical board of directors.
Most recently, Olver served as group practice administrator, reporting directly to the board of shareholders, which he will continue to do as CEO.
“The title change was in recognition of my expertise and the growth and achievement for Horizon Medical in terms of patient services and planning,” he said.
Olver joined Horizon Medical in 1999 to grow the organization. “All of our staff know we are here for the patient,” he said. “We strive to care for the whole person and the whole family.”
Horizon Medical provides centers of specialization in women”™s health, gastroenterology, cardiology, pain management, surgery, chiropractic, pulmonology and Optifast and Medifast weight loss programs.
Olver oversees strategic planning, new ancillary and specialty services and joint ventures with community hospitals.
According to Olver, patient-centered practices are a focal point of the organization. “If you deliver wonderful patient care with the highest quality and you plan well, your organization will be strong,” he said.
Free and low-cost health insurance
Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie announced its partnership with Fidelis Care, a New York state-based health plan begun by eight Catholic New York bishops, to offer free or low-cost health insurance for Mid-Hudson Valley residents eligible for New York State’s Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus and Medicaid programs.
“The goal of these initiatives is to improve health outcomes and wellness in the communities we serve by allowing clinicians to focus on delivering exceptional care.
The issue of the uninsured poses a significant and growing concern in society today,” said Jeff Collins, Northeast New York regional marketing director at Fidelis Care. “Fidelis Care is proud to partner with Vassar Brothers Medical Center to increase access and availability of quality, affordable health care services that meet the needs of Dutchess County residents.”
A Fidelis Care representative is now on-site at Vassar Brothers, 45 Reade Place, Poughkeepsie, in outpatient registration, Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to answer questions and enroll eligible residents.
All children 19 and under living in New York are eligible through New York state’s Child Health Plus. Adults ages 19 to 64 may qualify for low-cost health coverage through Family Health Plus. To apply for enrollment in Child Health Plus or Family Health Plus with Fidelis Care, bring proof of age, income and address.
For information, call (888) 343-3547 or visit www.health-quest.org.
