We’re proud to share that New River Health has been featured on the athenahealth blog, highlighting our continued efforts to expand access to high-quality, community-centered health care throughout rural West Virginia.

In the article, Angela Barker, PA-C, Medical Director at New River Health, sits down with athenahealth to discuss how our organization is transforming care delivery by meeting patients where they are and addressing the whole person — not just symptoms. Barker shares insights on the importance of community-focused care and how the athenaOne platform supports both patients and care teams by improving care coordination, streamlining workflows, and enhancing communication through the patient portal.

The feature also highlights how integrated technology like athenaOne helps reduce administrative burden for providers, allowing care teams to focus more on patient care while staying connected across multiple sites. For patients, the athenaOne portal provides convenient access to health information, appointment scheduling, and communication with providers — creating a more connected and efficient care experience.

With multiple health centers, school-based clinics, dental locations, pharmacies, and specialty services, New River Health continues to build a comprehensive network of care designed to reduce barriers and improve health outcomes across the region. By combining compassionate, relationship-based care with innovative technology, we remain committed to supporting the health and well-being of the communities we serve.