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2/12/25
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Community Health Net Welcomes New Medical Director
The Cambridge Springs Native Joins Leadership to Reshape Access to Health Services.
Erie, PA – Community Health Net (CHN), the leading Federally Qualified Health Center serving the Lake Erie region, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Mary Howick, DO, as its new Medical Director. With more than 15 years of experience in family medicine and healthcare leadership, Dr. Howick will play a pivotal role in reshaping access to essential health services, reinforcing CHN’s commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to the community.
A Cambridge Springs, PA, native, Dr. Howick earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania in 1999 and her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2003. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Meadville Medical Center in 2008 and has since dedicated her career to patient-centered care in Meadville, PA. In addition to practicing family medicine, she has held key leadership roles, including Medical Director at Meadville Rehabilitation and Nursing, Medical Director at a maximum-security men’s prison, and Medical Director of Inspire MedSpa.” Dr. Howick’s expertise in family medicine and her passion for community health make her an invaluable addition to our team,” said Craig Ulmer, CEO of Community Health Net. “Her leadership will be instrumental in reshaping how we deliver healthcare, ensuring more people in our community receive the quality services they need.”
As Medical Director, Dr. Howick will oversee clinical operations, provider engagement, and the advancement of patient care initiatives. A key component of her role will be ensuring that CHN’s clinical operations remain closely aligned with the evolving healthcare needs of the community. By prioritizing patient-centered strategies, health equity, and quality improvement, she will play a crucial role in shaping the organization’s long-term healthcare impact.
“I am thrilled to join Community Health Net and be part of an organization that is deeply committed to making a difference in people’s lives,” said Dr. Howick. “I look forward to working with our dedicated team of healthcare professionals to ensure that every patient receives the impartial, compassionate, and comprehensive care they deserve, and that CHN continues to respond to the needs of the communities we serve.”
For more information about Community Health Net’s services or updates related to this matter, please visit www.communityhealthnet.org.
About Community Health Net
Community Health Net is a Federally Qualified Health Center with seven locations and39 years of service to the region. CHN is the premiere regional healthcare organization committed to patient-centered care for all. Its mission is to improve the region’s quality of life by providing professional healthcare services with compassion, respect, and dignity to all.