FARMINGTON — Alice VanDerwerken, MS, OT, CHT, has joined the practice of Allied Physical Therapy, 128 Middle St. VanDerwerken became an occupational therapist in 1981, receiving her master’s degree in 1998 from the University of New Hampshire. She became a certified hand specialist in 1991. Using specialized skills in assessment, planning and treatment, hand therapists […]
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Abbott joins Bates Museum of Art
LEWISTON — Abigail Abbott, a native of Rangeley and a 2017 graduate of Bates College, has been named the museum education fellow at the Bates College Museum of Art. Abbott, who majored in studio art and psychology at Bates, will assist with community educational outreach work, such as school programs, parent-child art workshops, lectures and […]
Oxman participates on panel
AUBURN — Attorney Jon Oxman participated in the 2017 Workers’ Compensation Summit “Think Tank” panel, moderated by Paul Sighinolfi, director of the Maine Workers’ Compensation Board. The Think Tank panel consisted of five top Maine workers’ compensation lawyers, representing employers, employees and insurers. The panel discussed potential changes and/or improvements in the workers’ compensation system […]
Dunn joins Central Maine Urology
LEWISTON — Evan Dunn, M.D., has joined the staff at Central Maine Urology Center, 287 Main St., Suite 404. Dunn attended the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. He earned his medical degree and completed his general surgery internship and urology residency at University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Dunn is certified by […]
Rice named lead hospitalist at FMH
FARMINGTON — Tim Churchill, Franklin Memorial Hospital’s interim chief executive officer, announces that David Rice, MD, has been appointed interim lead hospitalist for Franklin Memorial Hospital. Hospitalists take care of patients from admission through discharge. Rice has been providing hospitalist coverage at Franklin Memorial Hospital, mostly on weekends, in addition to providing patient care at […]
Fagone joins Central Maine Internal Medicine
LEWISTON — Renee Fagone, nurse practitioner, has joined the staff at Central Maine Internal Medicine, 12 High St., Suite 400. Fagone received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Master of Science degree in nursing from the University of Southern Maine in Portland. She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Central […]
Business After Hours on Sept. 21
MINOT — The Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce will hold Business After Hours from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 21, at the Maine Wedding Barn & Event Center, 418 Center Minot Hill Road. Business After Hours offers an opportunity to network, enjoy food and games. There will be corn hole toss and horseshoe […]
Gutman joins Franklin Surgery
FARMINGTON — Stacey Gutman, MD, has joined the medical staff of Franklin Health Surgery and Franklin Memorial Hospital. Gutman recently completed a five-year surgical residency at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in Lexington. She also received her medical degree there, graduating with high distinction. Besides general surgery, her professional interests include advanced laparoscopic […]
Weigel elected to Bankers Association post
BOOTHBAY HARBOR — At the 124th annual meeting of the Maine Bankers Association in Boothbay Harbor, the member banks elected Patricia Weigel, president and CEO of Norway Savings Bank, as the association’s vice chairwoman, beginning July 1. Weigel joined Norway Savings Bank in 2001 and has worked in the banking industry for 30 years. She is […]
Uplift LA After Hours scheduled
AUBURN — Uplift LA will hold After Hours from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12, at U.S. Cellular and Jasmine Cafe, 730 Center St. After Hours is held monthly for networking, conversation and refreshments. It’s an opportunity to reconnect with friends and get to know other rising professionals in the community. All are welcome. […]