03/24/2026
The Kentucky Primary Care Association was honored to host federal leaders from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Atlanta Regional Office at HealthFirst Bluegrass in Lexington for a collaborative engagement with Kentucky stakeholders. Guests of honor included Regional Director Dr. Samantha Brown-Parks, Executive Officer Dr. Roshunda Ivory, HRSA Regional Administrator Colleen McCarty, and Public Health Analyst Kris Lee, who met with state and local leaders to learn firsthand about community health efforts across the Commonwealth.
Hosted by HealthFirst Bluegrass , the visit highlighted the power of partnership—bringing together federal, state, local, and community organizations to strengthen access to comprehensive primary care and supportive services. KPCA leaders, Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton, and community partners shared how coordinated health and social services are improving outcomes for Kentuckians through collaboration with healthcare systems, universities, public agencies, and community organizations.
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Catholic Action Center Mayor Linda Gorton
