NWRPCA is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 membership-driven organization that serves community health centers (CHCs) in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington (federal Region X). Founded in 1983, NWRPCA offers a range of programs and services to support and strengthen CHCs in the Northwest. We work to ensure equal access, regardless of one's financial or insurance status, to primary and preventive health care for all residents living in the region.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to strengthen health centers in the Northwest to advance health and well-being in our communities.
OUR VISION
NWRPCA is a leading partner in collaborating with CHCs to achieve equitable outcomes in health, wellness, and well-being.
OUR VALUES
Respect: We demonstrate respect for each other and those we serve.
Trust: We build trust by acting with honesty and integrity.
Excellence: We constantly aspire to excellence through innovation and continuous improvement.
Our mission is to strengthen health centers in the Northwest to advance health and well-being in our communities.
OUR VISION
NWRPCA is a leading partner in collaborating with CHCs to achieve equitable outcomes in health, wellness, and well-being.
OUR VALUES
Respect: We demonstrate respect for each other and those we serve.
Trust: We build trust by acting with honesty and integrity.
Excellence: We constantly aspire to excellence through innovation and continuous improvement.
NWRPCA provides support to Region X CHCs through six distinct programs:
OUR STAFF
Leadership
Bruce Gray, MPA
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Sonia Handforth-Kome
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Dulcye Rodriguez
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Program Directors
Emily Rademacher, MTA, CMP, DES
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Seth Doyle, MA
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Robyn Weiss, PT, M.ED
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Staff
Pamela Bertelson, CMP
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Christian Castro,
Community Health Improvement Specialist Christian Castro has a Bachelor's degree in Public Health and serves as a Community Health Improvement Specialist at the Northwest Regional Primary Care Association. He first started off as a Medical Assistant and shortly realized his passion was to serve a larger community. With a strong public health background, Christian is dedicated to enhancing community well-being, with a strong interest in CHWs and everyone's respected role in providing equitable community care. In their free time, Christian enjoys golf, reflecting their commitment to both their professional and personal interests.
To connect with Christian, please email him at [email protected] |
Anthony Harvey
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Janeane Harwell
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Harjot Kaur
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Georgia Mauney
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Noomi Odabashian
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Chris Spencer
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Kelly Volkmann, MPH
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Rahwa Hailemariam
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Connor Hutyler
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Emilia Barnecut
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2025 - 2026 NWRPCA Board of Directors
Executive CommitteeAaron Houston
Chair CEO, Family Health Services Twin Falls, ID Gil Munoz
Vice Chair Executive Director, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center Cornelius, OR Jesus Hernandez
Secretary CEO, Family Health Centers Okanogan, WA Mary Swain
Treasurer Executive Director, Camai Community Health Center Naknek, AK Members at LargeEsther Lucero
Seattle Indian Health Board Jim Coffee
Cowlitz Family Health Center Mindy Stosich-Benedetti
Health West, Inc. Immediate Past ChairKevin Munson
Mat-Su Health Services |
Board MembersAlaskaLisa Aquino
Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center Mary Swain
Camai Community Health Center Kevin Munson
Mat-Su Health Services Joshua Gilmore
Sunshine Community Health Center IdahoAaron Houston
Family Health Services Mindy Stosich-Benedetti
Health West, Inc. Kevin Knepper
Kaniksu Community Health Mike Baker
Heritage Health OregonChristine Winters
Rogue Community Health Patrick Luedtke
Lane County Health and Human Services Erich Koch
Klamath Health Partnership Gil Munoz
Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center WashingtonEsther Lucero
Seattle Indian Health Board John Browne
Community Health Assn of Spokane Jim Coffee
Cowlitz Family Health Center Jesus Hernandez
Family Health Centers |