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Medical
Peak Vista Welcomes Dr. Lawrence O'Connell as Medical Director of its Women's Health Center (Photo)
Peak Vista Community Health Centers - 03/12/24 11:54 AM
Dr. Lawrence O'Connell
Dr. Lawrence O'Connell
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PRESS RELEASE

March 12, 2024

Peak Vista Welcomes Dr. Lawrence O’Connell 

as Medical Director of its Women’s Health Center

 

Colorado Springs, Colo.  – Peak Vista Community Health Centers (Peak Vista) welcomes Dr. Lawrence O’Connell as the new Medical Director of its Women’s Health Center.

Dr. O’Connell joins Peak Vista with over 30 years of healthcare experience. In this new role, he will oversee the organization’s Women’s Health Center.

“The women of El Paso County, from all walks of life, are struggling to access quality care. I look forward to expanding the size and scope of Peak Vista Women’s Clinic services. I am really pleased to be joining the skilled and compassionate providers of Peak Vista.”

Dr. O’Connell has been a practicing physician since 1993. He graduated from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 1993, completed an OB/GYN residency at Keesler Air Force base and then served at the Air Force Academy from 1997-2001. For greater than 2 decades, he has been caring for the women and unborn children of Colorado at Academy Women’s Healthcare. He is also a Fellow (FACOG) of The American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecologists and a robotic surgery instructor. 

 

About Peak Vista Community Health Centers

Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a nonprofit organization providing exceptional health care to people facing access barriers through clinical programs and education. Celebrating over 50 years of community health service, Peak Vista offers primary medical, integrated behavioral health and dental care services. We proudly serve over 81,000 patients annually through 22 outpatient centers in Colorado’s Pikes Peak and East Central regions. To learn more about Peak Vista, visit www.peakvista.org.

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Attached Media Files: Dr. Lawrence O'Connell , Peak Vista Logo

Cities & Counties
Press Release from Teller County
Teller County Government - 03/14/24 3:37 PM

March 14, 2024
Press Release from the Teller County Board of County Commissioners, Teller County Sheriff’s Office, the Cities of Woodland Park, Cripple Creek, and Victor and the Teller County Office of Emergency Management:


The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is currently overseeing a virtual command post in partnership with the State of Colorado’s Department of Homeland Security, Teller County response agencies, and other County Departments. The Department of Public Works, in collaboration with Teller County Search and Rescue, is actively supporting emergency responders in reaching our residents. We encourage everyone to limit travel and stay at home whenever possible. Our dedicated plow teams are working tirelessly to keep main roadways open for emergency services.


We are closely monitoring and coordinating with utility companies to address reports and requests for assistance. Efforts are underway to restore power and gas to impacted residents promptly. We kindly ask residents to contact their utility company for updates rather than calling 911 for this information.


In case of a medical emergency, call 911 for immediate assistance. For life-saving medication or severe need of medical oxygen, dial 911 as well. Please note that response times may be delayed due to hazardous road conditions and ongoing snow accumulation. With further snowfall anticipated, we are preparing for another operational period. Residents should be prepared for limited services and challenging conditions within Teller County for at least the next 24-48 hours.


For additional information, please visit the TellerCounty.gov.




Attached Media Files: 2024-03/7115/170730/BOCC_Letter__March_2024.pdf

Colleges & Universities
UCCS Economic Forum | Weekly Snapshot Video | March 12th, 2024
University of Colorado Colorado Springs - 03/12/24 2:24 PM

In this week's episode, we take a look at how the national surge in entrepreneurship is reflected in local business entity filing and establishment data.


Organizations
Job Fair at the YMCA
YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region - 03/18/24 2:25 PM

The YMCA is a great place to work and thrive! This Saturday, March 23rd, Y hiring staff will be on hand for a job fair at the Briargate YMCA. The fair will take place from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, and available positions include Lifeguards, Personal Trainers, Wellness Attendants, Membership, Sports, Summer Day Camp, and more. For more information, visit ppymca.org

Bring a copy of your resume, and come prepared for an interview!

“Our staff members are a valuable part of the Y, and Saturday will be a great time to come out and see if you would like to work for the Y. We have part-time and full-time positions available, and staff will be on hand to answer any questions, conduct an interview, and get you started on your YMCA career journey”, said Theresa Johnson, EVP & Chief Operating Officer.  

About the Y

The Y is one of the nation’s leading nonprofits, strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women, and children – regardless of age, income, or background – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being, and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has long-standing relationships and a physical presence not just to promise but to deliver lasting personal and social change.