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Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center

Providing Comprehensive Healthcare Services for West Oʻahu
Waianae I Nanakuli I Kapolei I Ewa I Waipahu

Serving the communities in West Oahu beginning in 1972, WCCHC will celebrate its 52th anniversary in 2024. From its start as a one-doctor office, the health center is the oldest of the fourteen community health centers in the state. WCCHC is a safety net for uninsured, medically underserved residents in West Oahu. Last year, supported by 150 of its medical providers, WCCHC served 35,000 individuals thru ~195,000 visits using a “patient-centered healthcare home” model of care that integrates primary care, behavioral health, dental care, diagnostic services, specialty care, and more. WCCHC’s service area on the Waianae Coast includes a main center and three satellite clinics, a vision clinic, and six school-based health centers. The expanded service area outside of the Waianae Coast includes three clinics located in Kapolei, Ewa, and Waipahu.

01/29/2026

Flu season is here. Getting your flu shot is a simple way to help protect yourself and your family. Call (808) 697-3300 or walk in to any WCCHC Primary Care or Pharmacy Clinic to get your flu shot today.

01/28/2026

Earlier this month, Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center welcomed Health Committee Chair Representative Gregg Takayama to our Waiʻanae campus for a tour and discussion of our services.

During the visit, staff shared how care is delivered across our Emergency Department, Dental, Pediatrics, and integrated behavioral health services, along with the challenges and opportunities facing community health centers serving West Oʻahu.

Mahalo to Chair Takayama and his team for taking the time to visit, ask thoughtful questions, and learn more about the work happening every day at WCCHC. We appreciate the opportunity to continue these conversations as the legislative session moves forward.

01/27/2026

Last week Monday, on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, WCCHC staff took time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the values he stood for—values that continue to guide us as a community health center committed to justice, service, and compassion.

Throughout the day, staff paused to reflect and come together, even as we continued the important work of caring for our community. Staff shared their dreams by signing a reflection banner, writing hopes for themselves, their families, their community, and the world.

At 12 pm, more than 320 staff joined in for an all staff virtual gathering to watch Dr. King’s famous speech and reflect on his legacy and enduring call to service. His video were also shared in our patient waiting rooms, allowing patients and staff to reflect together.

We honored this day through reflection and action—reaffirming our responsibility to serve with compassion, stand for justice, and carry Dr. King’s legacy forward through the work we do every day.

01/24/2026

On Wednesday, WCCHC staff were at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol for Opening Day of the legislative session, visiting more than two dozen offices to share information about our work in the community and our priorities for the year ahead.

Office by office we had conversations about issues impacting our community, including Medicaid changes, workforce development, access to care, and investments that support rural and underserved areas of West Oʻahu. We are grateful to the legislators and staff who took the time to talk with us during a busy opening day.

Our team will continue to work alongside policymakers and partners throughout the session to share expertise and insights on the challenges facing our service area and to advance solutions that support the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose work reminds us that justice, service, and compassion are deeply connected.

At Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, we carry forward Dr. King’s call to serve by working every day to expand access to care, address health inequities, and care for our community with dignity and aloha.

On this day of remembrance, we reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and recommit ourselves to service, unity, and the ongoing work of building healthier and more just communities.

01/18/2026

🎬 Zootopia 2 Family Movie Night! 🍿

Last Friday, we brought Disney magic straight from the theaters to the Waiʻanae Coast with a special family movie night featuring Zootopia 2. Families relaxed together over pizza and popcorn while keiki enjoyed special Zootopia-themed treats.

Mahalo to Starlight Children’s Foundation for making this magical night possible and for spreading joy throughout our community. ✨

01/16/2026

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all WCCHC clinics and departments will close early at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Our Emergency Department will remain open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to continue providing care when it’s needed most.

For urgent health concerns after hours that cannot wait until the next business day, patients can reach their provider through the Physicians Exchange at (808) 524-2575.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful day as we honor the legacy of Dr. King.

01/16/2026

Today is the last day for Open Enrollment for the Federal Marketplace.

If you need health insurance or want to review your current plan, our Patient Assistance Services team is here to help you enroll, compare options, and understand your coverage.

• Enroll by January 15 for your new plan to begin February 1, 2026

Call (808) 697-3405 to make an appointment with our Patient Assistance Services team.

Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

We are here to help you get covered.

01/14/2026

Congratulations Malia Lehua Ball — Outstanding Advocate of the Year!

We are proud to congratulate Malia Lehua Ball, Program Manager for E Mālama I Kou Hā, To***co & Va**ng Cessation Program at Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center (WCCHC), on being honored the Coalition for To***co-Free Hawaiʻi’s Outstanding Advocate of the Year Award this past October.

This award recognizes outstanding individuals who have demonstrated leadership and initiative in to***co prevention and control across our state.

With more than a decade dedicated to to***co cessation, Malia has supported thousands of individuals on their journeys to quit smoking and va**ng, making a meaningful and lasting impact on community health. She also created and leads the Great Waiʻanae Smokeout, an annual community event launched last year that helps educate patients and the broader community about the impact of ni****ne on health and continues to grow in reach and impact.

In addition to her direct service work, Malia brings extensive training and expertise to the field as a Certified To***co Treatment Specialist, Certified UMass Chan Trainer, and Master Trainer in Basic To***co Intervention Skills, holding national credentials including National Certification in Ni****ne and To***co Treatment and Certified Professional by the American Heart Association.

Congratulations, Malia, on this well-earned recognition! Mahalo for the important work you do every day for our West Oahu community.

Pictured: Malia Lehua Ball with Dr. Brian King, keynote speaker and former Director of the FDA’s Center for To***co Products.

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01/13/2026

National Pharmacist Day is recognized each year on January 12, and today we proudly mahalo the pharmacists of Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center.

At WCCHC, our pharmacists are essential members of the care team, supporting patients well beyond the pharmacy counter. From medication management and patient education to chronic disease support and coordination with medical providers, they play a critical role in keeping our community healthy and safe.

Their work helps ensure patients understand their medications, stay on track with treatment, and have access to the care they need. We are grateful for their expertise, compassion, and dedication to the people we serve every day.

Mahalo to our WCCHC pharmacists for your commitment to quality care and for being trusted partners in our patients’ health journeys.

01/09/2026

We’re excited to welcome Kaitlin Wray, PsyD, to Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center’s Behavioral Health Team!

Originally from Rocky Mount, Virginia, Dr. Wray brings a thoughtful and patient-centered approach to psychology and behavioral health care. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia, followed by a Master of Science and Doctorate in Psychology from Regent University.

Dr. Wray completed her pre-doctoral internship at Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center and later completed her postdoctoral fellowship at Oregon State Hospital. During her time away, she realized that the place and patients that have her heart are here in the Waiʻanae community, and she is grateful for the opportunity to return and serve the West Side.

Dr. Wray provides behavioral health services at the WCCHC Main Campus Pediatric Clinic and Behavioral Health Clinic in Waianae & Kapolei. When she’s not in the clinic, Dr. Wray enjoys reading, going to the beach, and loves watching shows and movies.

Dr. Wray is currently accepting new patients at our Behavioral Health Waianae & Kapolei Clinics.

To schedule an appointment, call (808) 697-3469.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Wray to WCCHC.

01/08/2026

Welcome Dr. Donald Simpson, New Chief Medical Officer

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Donald Simpson as the new Chief Medical Officer of Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center.

Dr. Simpson has been part of the WCCHC ʻohana since 2020, serving as a Psychiatrist for adults and keiki, and since 2023 as our Senior Behavioral Health Clinical Director. In these roles, he has helped reduce behavioral health wait times, expand our provider workforce, and further integrate behavioral health into primary and specialty care—always with a strong focus on comprehensive, whole person care.

A board-certified Psychiatrist and Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Simpson completed his residency at Griffin Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center, where he served as Chief Resident and Chief Fellow. He holds an MBA in Healthcare Management and serves as an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine, our medical school partner on campus.

A resident of West Oʻahu in ʻEwa, Dr. Simpson remains closely connected to the local community and deeply committed to teaching, mentoring, and supporting the next generation of physicians.

💬 “I am honored to step into the role of Chief Medical Officer at WCCHC. This is a kuleana I accept with deep respect for this community, our history, and the dedicated staff who serve our patients every day.… My vision is rooted in mālama, laulima, and always striving to act with pono. I plan to strengthen and expand safe, high-quality care, continue advancing whole person care, ensure those caring for our community are supported, and foster a culture of continuous improvement while decreasing burnout. I come committed to listening first, learning together, and building solutions in partnership with staff and community alike. I am grateful for the trust placed in me, and look forward to walking this path together in service of our mission.”

We are grateful for Dr. Simpson’s continued leadership and look forward to walking this next chapter together in service of our mission and the communities we serve.

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