Tennessee Primary Care Association

02/02/2026

Meet TPCA's Health Policy and Communications Teams. 🌟

Together, these teams elevate the voice of Tennessee's health centers, and translate complex issues into clear, timely information that supports our members and the communities they serve.

👉 Keeping health centers up-to-date on policies and reaching out to lawmakers
👉 Creating strong internal alignment and clear external messaging
👉 Amplifying both TPCA and health centers' work

Learn more about TPCA staff https://www.tnpca.org/about-us/tpca-staff

02/02/2026

Meet TPCA's Administrative, Operations, and Finance Teams. 🌟

These teams are an invaluable part of TPCA, helping us focus on our mission and better serve Tennessee health centers.

👉 Providing administrative support and facilitating education sessions
👉 Keeping our operational systems, projects, and processes aligned
👉 Managing budgets, ensuring compliance with rules, and guiding financial strategy

Learn more about TPCA staff https://www.tnpca.org/about-us/tpca-staff

01/30/2026

Meet TPCA's Center for Quality in Community Health (CQCH) Team. 🌟

CQCH is a network that seeks to improve patient care and advance health center clinical, operational, and financial quality by leveraging data and technology-based interventions.

👉 Leveraging health information technology to improve access to care, enhance quality of care, and achieve cost efficiencies
👉 Working closely with clinical teams, leadership, and staff to develop practical workflows
👉 Guiding health centers on using electronic health records, telehealth, and other technology

Learn more about TPCA staff https://www.tnpca.org/about-us/tpca-staff

01/30/2026

Meet TPCA's Health Center Strategy and Sustainability (HCSS) Team. 🌟

The HCSS department encompasses multiple programs and initiatives designed to strengthen the operational excellence and long-term success of Tennessee’s health centers.

👉 Identifying needs, trends, and opportunities for growth
👉 Strengthening the health center workforce
👉 Providing training and support to increase health care access

Learn more about TPCA staff https://www.tnpca.org/about-us/tpca-staff

01/28/2026

We’re so excited to announce the addition of Alisa LaPolt as our new Health Policy Director! 🎉

Alisa brings a wealth of experience as a professional advocate, policy consultant, and former journalist.

Welcome aboard! 👏

01/28/2026

At Matthew Walker Comprehensive Health Center, investing in people is part of the mission. From student rotations and residencies to workforce pathways that open doors for new healthcare careers, MWCHC is building a strong pipeline — and keeping talent rooted in community care.

Read how MWCHC is growing and retaining its workforce: https://www.tnpca.org/blogs/jayda-morse/2026/01/28/building-the-healthcare-workforce-of-the-future

01/26/2026

The recent winter storm has brought dangerously cold temperatures across Tennessee. If you’re looking for a warming center or a health center to stay safe and warm today, check out this interactive map 👉 https://www.arcgis.com/apps/MapTools/index.html?appid=687ac7d097ea4f67b7be3094ff4e907d

Please share with friends, family, and neighbors who might need it. ❤️

All free public spaces with heating or air conditioning in Tennessee

01/14/2026

At TPCA, our mission is simple: support health centers so they can deliver high-quality, community-based care across Tennessee.

Everything we do—from advocacy to education—centers on strengthening access to care for the communities health centers serve.

01/12/2026

We’re thrilled to announce the addition of Ryan Garcia, MHA, as our new Clinical Informatics Manager at TPCA! 🎉

Ryan brings a wealth of experience in Electronic Health Records (EHR) administration, clinical application support, and healthcare compliance.

Welcome aboard, Ryan! 👏

12/22/2025

Happy Holidays from TPCA! 🎄

Wishing our community a season filled with joy, rest, and good health. Thanks for all you do—today and all year long. 💙

12/18/2025

"I’m energized by the opportunity to use finance as a strategic tool to advance TPCA’s mission of improving access to primary health care."

Learn more about Mario Flores, our dedicated Finance Director, by checking out his Employee Spotlight! Visit https://www.tnpca.org/about-us/tpca-staff and click on his bio to read. 🌟

12/09/2025

Each year, TPCA recognizes two of its staff for going above and beyond the call of duty and exemplifying organizational values. 🏆

Congratulations to Jacqueline Bascom for receiving the 2025 Annual All-Star Award, and to Jayda Morse for receiving the 2025 Impact Award! 🎉