Lone Star Circle of Care

Congratulations to Dr. Suneela Cherlopalle, Associate Medical Director of Psychiatry, for being honored with the Psychiatry "Outstanding Faculty Award" by the class of 2024 students at TAMU Medicine - Round Rock! This award recognizes Dr. Cherlopalle as the most outstanding faculty member in their Psychiatry Clerkship.

Dr. Cherlopalle has been an affiliate faculty member at Texas A&M University since 2020. She engages students in in-depth discussions about patient cases, prognosis, and treatment courses. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Dr. Cherlopalle.

We are excited to welcome three exceptional providers to the Lone Star Circle of Care family!

👶 Say hello to Katelyn Heck, APRN, and Sarah Swanson, APRN. They will be providing care for pediatric patients at our Northwest Austin clinic.

🎉 Meet Yubaraja Bhattarai, MD, who will be providing Family Medicine services to patients at our Harker Heights clinic.

Please join us in welcoming these new providers. Call (877) 800-5722 to schedule an appointment.

At Lone Star Circle of Care, we go beyond healthcare. Our dedicated Community Health Workers and Case Managers are here to support you with essential community resources, by bridging the gap between clinics, communities, and social services. Through outreach, education, and lived experience, we help increase public health knowledge and address needs beyond the clinic. We're here to help you find the resources you need. Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/5xn4tvwh

: Last weekend, Lone Star Circle of Care's HIV Prevention Team and volunteers participated in Round Rock Pride and Bastrop Pride. We enjoyed connecting with the community, handing out swag, and discussing our PrEP services.

This Pride Month, LSCC looks forward to continuing to promote our HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) service line at Pride events across Texas. PrEP is a daily pill that can prevent the transmission of HIV, helping to keep everyone in our communities safe and healthy.

June is Men’s Health Month, a reminder to focus on your overall well-being, gents. Only 40% of men get an annual physical. We are here to support you on your health and wellness journey. Call us at 877.800.5722 to schedule a check-up or a screening.

Your child's development journey is important. From playtime to language development, every move they make reveals valuable insights into their growth. At Lone Star Circle of Care, we're dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. If you have concerns about your child's milestones, our Pediatric care teams are here to help. Learn more about how we can nurture your child's development together. https://tinyurl.com/yubm8462

Our GISD Health & Wellness clinic is moving to a new home! Starting in July, you'll find us at the Future Ready Complex, just a short drive away from our current location at Richarte High School. Kick-start your summer with healthy habits. Schedule an appointment today at 512.688.6250.

Join Texas Mamma Jamma Ride at COTA Bike Night tonight and start getting those miles in before the Ride on September 21. We’ll hit the track around 5:30 p.m., but the fun keeps rolling until dusk. After you ride, swing by our tent to say hello and tailgate with us. Wear your Texas Mamma Jamma Ride gear and spread the word about the Ride! See you there!

Looking for a fun way to train today? Ride on Circuit of the America’s racetrack, as COTA’s Bike Nights series is every Tuesday. Be sure to wear your Mamma Jamma gear and spread the word about 2024 ride on 9.21.24!
http://circuitoftheamericas.com/bike

All Lone Star Circle of Care clinics will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all service members for the sacrifices they have made for our country. All clinics will reopen on Tuesday, May 28. Have a safe weekend.

to the grand opening of Lone Star Circle of Care at Harker Heights! Just over one month ago, we welcomed patients to our new space. We are grateful to the Bell County community for trusting us with your healthcare needs.

At LSCC, we are committed to building healthy families and strong communities. Our dedicated primary care and behavioral health teams are ready to serve you. Schedule an appointment at 877-800-5722.

📍 401 Cheetah Trail, Harker Heights, TX 76548

Lone Star Circle of Care at Temple will remain closed for in-person appointments tomorrow, May 24, as power has not yet been restored. Limited telehealth appointments are available. We are working with patients to reschedule. For assistance, please give us a call at 877-800-5722. We will continue to post updates here as they become available.

Lone Star Circle of Care at Temple is closed for in-person appointments today, May 23, due to a power outage as a result of severe weather last night. Limited telehealth appointments are available. All other Lone Star Circle of Care clinics are open with regular operating hours.

We apologize for any inconvenience and will work with patients to reschedule appointments. If you need assistance, please give us a call at 877-800-5722. We will post updates here as they become available.

A big thank you to The College of Health Care Professions for recognizing Lone Star Circle of Care as one of your Affiliate Award winners! 🏆 We are honored to be recognized as a partner who shows dedication to your students and graduates.

In the past 6 years, 170 of your medical assistant students have been placed as externs with LSCC and more than 70 have been converted to hires! It is always a pleasure working with your students regarding externships and job opportunities. Looking forward to another great year!

May is Healthy Vision Month. If you are diabetic, it’s important to get your vision checked. At Lone Star Circle, we screen patients for diabetic retinopathy, which is the leading cause of blindness in adults aged 75 and younger. If you have concerns about your eye health, please give us a call at 877-800-5722.

Ride to Save Lives! Join Lone Star Circle of Care at the 2024 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride and support free and low-cost mammograms for Central Texas women aboard the Big Pink Bus! Let's pedal to beat breast cancer. Register today! https://tinyurl.com/557z4k9d

Funds raised for the Texas Mamma Jamma Ride support the Lone Star Circle of Care’s Big Pink Bus. The Big Pink Bus offers free or low-cost breast cancer screenings on a state-of-the-art mobile mammography bus. Patients receive high-quality 3D breast imaging services. Lone Star Circle of Care qualifies eligible uninsured patients for safety net programs, and a sliding fee scale will be available according to household size and income.

If you are interested in receiving a mammogram on the Big Pink Bus, please call 1-844-PINK-BUS (1-844-746-5287) or send an email to [email protected] that includes your first and last name, date of birth, and phone number, and our mobile mammography team will contact you.

If you haven’t already, don’t forget to register for the 2024 Texas Mamma Jamma Ride! Sign up today to start recruiting your team and fundraising for life-saving mammograms for Central Texas women. ​
https://fundraisers.mammajammaride.org/event/2024-texas-mamma-jamma-ride/e559288

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Whether you're seeking help for yourself or supporting someone else, know that resources and assistance are available. At Lone Star Circle of Care, we offer comprehensive Behavioral Health services for patients of all ages. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Hu0Al0

We are pleased to introduce the new Lone Star Circle of Care Patient Portal! Powered by athenahealth, the new Portal provides a modern and streamlined approach to securely message your care teams, access medical information, schedule appointments and more!

Manage your health online anywhere, anytime. Register today on the athenaPatient app or on our website: https://tinyurl.com/2hkaj895.

UPCOMING OUTAGE ALERT: Lone Star Circle of Care phone lines will temporarily be down tonight, Monday, May 13th from 7-10 p.m., as we transition to a new phone system. The chat function on our website will also be unavailable during this time. If you need to speak to a nurse, please call 512.420.5793. We apologize for any inconvenience.

We're delighted to welcome three exceptional providers to the Lone Star Circle of Care family!

🎉 Meet Coral Cruz-Harriman, PhD, behavioral health therapist providing care in English and Spanish for patients aged 5 and older at Ben White Health Clinic.

🦷 Say hello to Keisha Jones, RDH, who brings a wealth of expertise in dentistry to patients aged 3 and older at our Bastrop clinic.

👶 Welcome Catherine McAvoy, APRN, who specializes in pediatric care at Lake Aire in Georgetown.

ALERT: Lone Star Circle of Care phone lines will temporarily be down on Monday, May 13th from 7-10 p.m., as we transition to a new phone system. The chat function on our website, lonestarcares.org, will also be unavailable during this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Spend less time stressing over food prep and cooking and more time enjoying delicious meals with your friends and family! In this week's Wellness Wednesday, our Registered Dietitian shares tips to make your cooking experience effortless. https://tinyurl.com/mdmaevyf

Our mission at Lone Star Circle of Care is to provide exceptional and accessible patient centered healthcare for our Texas neighbors. Starting next Tuesday, May 14, Lone Star Circle of Care will transition to athenaOne as our new integrated electronic health record, revenue cycle management and patient engagement solution.

As we make this transition, we want to express our gratitude for your patience and understanding. We look forward to utilizing the flagship platform from athenahealth to enhance patient care for the nearly 100,000 Texans we serve annually. Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/4mhyy9as

Dust off those skates, bikes and boards and join us at the first-ever Taylor Shred Fest this Saturday, May 11! We’re excited to be part of this celebration in support of community health and wellness. Stop by our booth to pick up swag and learn more about Lone Star Circle of Care and the upcoming Texas Mamma Jamma Ride, happening right in Taylor on September 21. See you there! 🚴‍♂️🛹🛴

🎉BIG NEWS 🎉 The first ever 🎉🛹🚲🤘 Taylor Shred Fest 🤘🚲🛹🎉 is on May 11th from 10am - 4pm at our beautiful Pierce Skate Park, with an official after-party hosted at Black Sparrow Music Parlor! A fun day filled with skate competitions for all ages, vendors, food, and music! 🛹🎨🎵
📸: Empire BMX

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Lone Star Circle of Care is partnering with the Central Texas Food Bank to provide free, nutritious food for our patients. The Food Bank’s Mobile FARMacy, a grocery store on wheels, rolls into our Taylor and Bastrop clinics weekly!

📍 Taylor:
📅 Tuesday
🕑 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

📍 Bastrop:
📅 Thursday
🕙 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The pilot program has supplied healthy food to more than 350 patients since our collaboration with the Food Bank commenced in February 2024. To participate, you must be a patient and appointments are required. Read more about the partnership here: https://tinyurl.com/y7dxjhun

May is High Blood Pressure Education Month! If you're planning to become pregnant, are pregnant, or recently had a baby, talk to your provider about high blood pressure and managing your heart health.

At Lone Star Circle of Care, our comprehensive approach ensures seamless coordination between your OB/Gyn, primary care physician and specialists, providing you with the support you need throughout and beyond pregnancy. Schedule an appointment today at 877-800-5722.

Last week, we celebrated the opening of Lone Star Circle of Care at Harker Heights with a ribbon cutting ceremony, tours, refreshments and more! The new location marks an important milestone in our ability to provide high quality and affordable care in Bell County.

The 10,000 square foot facility is expected to serve 7,000 patients each year, delivering primary and behavioral health care for both adults and children in one convenient location.

We would like to extend a big thank you to H-E-B for its continued support of the Big Pink Bus! An initial partner in the launch of the mobile mammography unit in 2021, H-E-B's ongoing contributions help increase access to low-cost mammograms for women across Central Texas. We are grateful for H-E-B's partnership as we hit the road in our new and improved Big Pink Bus!

Does the change in seasons make you feel tired, less motivated, or even sad? It may not be just the “Winter Blues”. One of our counselors has some insight about Seasonal Affective Disorder and what you can do to get back to being happy and productive: http://tinyurl.com/4ssardhw