by kayla | Apr 10, 2022 | News + Announcements
DFD Russell Medical Centers (DFD) is pleased to announce the addition of board-certified adult-gerontology nurse practitioner Bridget Ross-Fitzgibbons, AGNP-C, to the DFD team. Bridget practices a comprehensive style of healthcare, partnering with her patients to...
by kayla | Apr 10, 2022 | News + Announcements
Jennifer L. Michaud, FNP-BC, Trisha Gushue, DO, and Bridget Ross-Fitzgibbons, AGNP-C, Join DFD Russell’s Bridgton location. DFD Russell Medical Centers (DFD) is pleased to announce the addition of three new staff members to the DFD team in Bridgton: board-certified...
by kayla | Mar 17, 2022 | News + Announcements
Trisha Gushue, DO, joined DFD Russell Medical Centers’ Bridgton location in February 2022. She spent her undergraduate years at Colby Sawyer College and went to medical school at University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine where she received her...
by kayla | Mar 16, 2022 | News + Announcements
Jennifer L. Michaud MSN, APRN, FNP-BC joined DFD Russell Medical Centers’ Bridgton location in January 2022. After completing her undergraduate education with a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Maine at Fort Kent, she went on to earn a master’s...
by hanna | Mar 9, 2022 | Awareness, Physical Health
A Guide to Aging and Exercise Think that exercise is only a young person’s game? It’s not! People of all ages should be participating in regular exercise. It’s essential for maintaining our physical, mental, and emotional health as well as preventing...
by hanna | Jan 7, 2022 | Nutrition, Physical Health
Everyone loves snacks! However, when we’re hungry and reaching for something quick to eat, it’s very easy to grab what’s convenient—and not always the most healthy. Eating snacks between meals helps to maintain blood sugar, gives us extra servings of...
by jennie | Nov 30, 2021 | Awareness
As you know, the past eighteen months have brought unprecedented challenges – for all of us. We recognize your frustration. We are frustrated too. But now more than ever we need to work together, to be kind to one another, and to remember that we are all in this...
by hanna | Nov 9, 2021 | Nutrition, Physical Health
During the holidays and the chilly winter season, we tend to gather more often with others indoors. As a result, flu and cold viruses quickly make their way around. You can protect yourself and your family from illness by wearing masks, washing your hands, and getting...
by hanna | Oct 12, 2021 | Awareness, Nutrition, Physical Health
November is Diabetes Awareness month and an important time to talk about healthier food choices. During this holiday season, you can manage your diabetes while enjoying your family, friends and festivities. What is Diabetes? At its very basic, diabetes is a chronic...
by hanna | Sep 14, 2021 | Awareness, Physical Health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and a prime time to take your health into your own hands! No matter what your age is, you can take steps to lower your breast cancer risk and improve your overall health. Healthy Habits at Every Age The following...
