Sean Fisher brings many years of diverse clinical experience to his role as Director of Nursing for the Emergency Services Department (ESD). Fisher has worked at ANTHC since 2004, where he started as a Lift Team Technician at the Alaska Native Medical Center. Prior to his promotion as ESD Director of Nursing, Fisher was a Clinical Nurse Manager in the ESD. In his role, Fisher oversees operations in the ESD. He is responsible for leading a high-functioning team, ensuring optimal ...
Emergency Services Expansion update – Dec. 6, 2024
Construction Update: Construction crews are expected to finish demolition of the last remaining octagon adjacent areas on the east side this week. This remaining demolition work will create noise and vibration. For Phase 1B, which will add an additional 18 emergency exam rooms in March 2025, the pickup framing around columns is ongoing; the rough-in for the sprinkler system is complete; the rough-in for mechanical and electrical is nearing completion; drywall installation and taping is ongoing; painting has begun in ...
Every year, the Healthy Alaska Natives Foundation celebrates and recognizes individuals, departments, and organizations who have shown exemplary dedication to providing outstanding contributions to the Alaska Native Tribal Health System through the Luminary Awards. We are excited to announce that nominations are open for the 2025 Luminary Awards! The categories for this year’s awards are: If you know an individual, department, or organization that makes a meaningful difference and is committed to advancing ANTHC’s vision that Alaska Native people are ...
Hazel Graham will bring years of patient experience service to the forefront of her new role as Director of Patient Housing. Graham has worked at ANTHC since 2005, where she started as a Medical Clerk on ANMC’s 5 East unit. Prior to her new position, Graham was the Patient Relations Manager for the Patient Experience department at ANMC. In her role as Patient Housing Director, Graham oversees operations at Patient Housing, Quyana House and SpringHill Suites University Lake. “In my ...
Emergency Services Expansion update – Nov. 22, 2024
Construction Update: Construction crews are nearly through with brick, footing and octagon demolition. As crews finish the last bit of this demolition work, it will continue to create noise and vibrations. For Phase 1B, which will add an additional 18 emergency exam rooms in March 2025, interior framing is complete; rough-in continues for mechanical, electrical, and sprinkler; drywall installation and taping are ongoing; and floor preparation has begun. The temporary shoring wall along the east margin of hospital has begun ...
ANTHC to host Clinical Recruitment Fair, Dec. 13
At the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), we believe great things are achieved when our diverse workforce pulls together, unified in excellence. ANTHC is looking to add to our team at the Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC). ANTHC is hosting a Clinical Recruitment Fair on Friday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., in ANMC Conference Rooms 1 and 3. Please join us, there will be catered snacks and prize giveaways. We are excited to meet interested, qualified candidates and ...
Quit tobacco with us during the Great American Smokeout
If you’re ready to live tobacco free, there is no better time to start than the Great American Smokeout – Thursday, Nov. 21. The ANTHC Tobacco Prevention Program is available with resources and expertise to help guide you on your quit plan. Contact the ANTHC Tobacco Cessation program at (907) 729-4343 to start your tobacco-free journey. The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium and Mayo Clinic are partnering on the Aniqsaaq research study for Alaska Native adults who want to breathe ...
What’s a patient survey and why should you participate?
After a specialty clinic appointment, Emergency Services Department visit, day surgery procedure or hospital stay the Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC), patients may receive a survey by text, email or mail asking for their feedback. Participating in these surveys is a great opportunity to make your voice heard and to help us make improvements at ANMC. ANMC partners with Press Ganey to help us administer patient surveys and ensure all responses are confidential. While ANMC uses the data from surveys ...
Save the date: 2024 ANTHC Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 4
Patients, families, and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, our teams work together to meet the unique health needs of the people we serve. To achieve this, we foster collaborative partnerships with Tribes and Tribal health organizations to provide access to high-quality, comprehensive health services. The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) Annual Meeting is an opportunity for the people we serve and partner organizations to learn about our work over the past year ...
ANMC hospital celebrates 25 years as a Level II Trauma Center
This year, the Alaska Native Medical Center celebrates its 25-year anniversary as a Level II Trauma Center, first receiving designation in 1999. In 1996, ANMC received designation as Alaska’s first Level III Trauma Center. Upon reverification in June 1999, ANMC received an upgraded designation as a Level II Trauma Center, which was also a first for any hospital in Alaska. ANMC first received verification as a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center in 2018. These achievements recognize ANMC’s dedication to providing ...