We wish everyone a Happy July 4th, including our hard working physicians and staff. This year most of our organization has Friday, July 3rd off. If you or your loved ones, including out-of-town guests, are not feeling well over the July 4th weekend, our ARC After Hours Clinic locations are here for you. Call 512-272-4636 and press “1” to make an appointment at any of our open ARC After Hours Clinic locations ARC Far West, ARC Kyle, ARC Now, ARC Round Rock, or ARC Southwest.

“With freedom comes responsibility.”  Eleanor Roosevelt

Saturday, July 4, is Independence Day.

This is a day of extraordinary importance in U.S. history. On this day Americans celebrate the 244^th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and the right to “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” This document changed the course of human history.

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Each year, the Austin American Statesman and Austin 360  acknowledge the area’s “Best of the Best” businesses with a nomination period, followed by voting on the top nominees, and culminating with a gala celebration to honor the “Best of the Best” small, medium and large businesses  in multiple categories.

The official nomination period this year is June 28-July 12, where anyone, not just Statesman subscribers, can nominate businesses they believe are “best.” 

ARC Pediatrician, Dr. Helen Gonzalez, talks about what your child’s doctor will cover during an annual well-child check in this Healthcare Minute.

Thank you for your patience at this time. We continue to maintain strict health and safety protocols in our clinics because it’s important for us to be available for your and your family’s health needs. For quicker and easier service, we encourage you to activate your ARC MyChart account and use our web site to access the many digital services we provide.

Austin Regional Clinic is happy to announce that Karuna Khatri, MD, Family Medicine, has joined the team at ARC Hutto.

Six ARC physicians representing five specialties have been named Texas Super Doctors® Rising Stars 2020 in the annual Texas Monthly magazine listing. Congratulations to Drs. Colleen Adkins, Caroline Camosy, Matthew Driscoll, Adriana Pratt, Knema Rezaei, and John “Caleb” Simmons!

Telehealth has literally been a lifesaver during the pandemic. Restrictions on the use of and payment for telemedicine visits have been relaxed to help patients access their doctors while at home. However, the regulatory changes left out an audio-only option, important especially for seniors. Read ARC’s blog by ARC Founding CEO Dr. Norman Chenven.

In order to get back to full mobility, Austin Regional Clinic Orthopedist Dr. Jeffrey Padalecki talks about the importance of diagnosing and treating shoulder pain in this Healthcare Minute.

Today, June 19, is Juneteenth, an American holiday with deep Texas roots that honors June 19, 1865, when General Gordon Granger, supported by federal troops, arrived in Galveston to announce the end of the Civil War and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. This enforcement came two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect (January 1, 1863). 

ARC Georgetown welcomes Grace C. Averitt, DO, to the clinic team as a full-time pediatrician.

Dr. Averitt offers the full range of pediatric care for newborns through late teens, including both in-clinic and telemedicine visits, and free personal Pediatric Meet & Greet video visits.

When it takes longer than expected to start your family, you can’t wait to start expecting. Delays and complications can be frustrating and sometimes heartbreaking, but a team of doctors working with you and pulling for you can make all the difference. For two patients, Marlina and Emily, the journey began with ARC.