Before the Alaska Native Medical Center The Anchorage Medical Center of the Alaska Native Service (ANS) opened in downtown Anchorage in 1953, under management of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). Two years later, in 1955, the Indian Health Service (IHS) was established as a bureau of the U.S. Public Health Service, and took over operations of ANS. When IHS was established, the leading cause of death for Alaska Native people was tuberculosis (TB) — introduced to Alaska Native communities ...
Emergency Services Expansion update – Dec. 20, 2024
Construction Update: Construction crews are making exciting progress on the next phase of the Emergency Services Expansion. For Phase 1B, which will add an additional 18 emergency exam rooms in March 2025, framing is complete; drywall install will be complete this week; tape and paint is ongoing; rough-in for mechanical, electrical and plumbing above the ceiling is ongoing; floor preparation is ongoing; the ceiling grid installation has begun; door frame installation is nearing completion; and wall protection installation has begun. ...
On any given day, the Alaska Native Medical Center is caring for dozens of patients who no longer need hospital-level care. While they are well enough to leave the hospital, they are not quite ready to go home. Construction is actively underway on ANTHC’s Short-term Skilled Nursing Facility on the corner of Elmore Road and Ambassador Drive. The facility will provide patient care at the appropriate level and improve our ability to support acute patient care needs at the hospital. ...
Sean Fisher brings many years of diverse clinical experience to his role as Director of Nursing for the Emergency Services Department (ESD). Fisher has worked at ANTHC since 2004, where he started as a Lift Team Technician at the Alaska Native Medical Center. Prior to his promotion as ESD Director of Nursing, Fisher was a Clinical Nurse Manager in the ESD. In his role, Fisher oversees operations in the ESD. He is responsible for leading a high-functioning team, ensuring optimal ...
Emergency Services Expansion update – Dec. 6, 2024
Construction Update: Construction crews are expected to finish demolition of the last remaining octagon adjacent areas on the east side this week. This remaining demolition work will create noise and vibration. For Phase 1B, which will add an additional 18 emergency exam rooms in March 2025, the pickup framing around columns is ongoing; the rough-in for the sprinkler system is complete; the rough-in for mechanical and electrical is nearing completion; drywall installation and taping is ongoing; painting has begun in ...
Every year, the Healthy Alaska Natives Foundation celebrates and recognizes individuals, departments, and organizations who have shown exemplary dedication to providing outstanding contributions to the Alaska Native Tribal Health System through the Luminary Awards. We are excited to announce that nominations are open for the 2025 Luminary Awards! The categories for this year’s awards are: If you know an individual, department, or organization that makes a meaningful difference and is committed to advancing ANTHC’s vision that Alaska Native people are ...
Hazel Graham will bring years of patient experience service to the forefront of her new role as Director of Patient Housing. Graham has worked at ANTHC since 2005, where she started as a Medical Clerk on ANMC’s 5 East unit. Prior to her new position, Graham was the Patient Relations Manager for the Patient Experience department at ANMC. In her role as Patient Housing Director, Graham oversees operations at Patient Housing, Quyana House and SpringHill Suites University Lake. “In my ...
Emergency Services Expansion update – Nov. 22, 2024
Construction Update: Construction crews are nearly through with brick, footing and octagon demolition. As crews finish the last bit of this demolition work, it will continue to create noise and vibrations. For Phase 1B, which will add an additional 18 emergency exam rooms in March 2025, interior framing is complete; rough-in continues for mechanical, electrical, and sprinkler; drywall installation and taping are ongoing; and floor preparation has begun. The temporary shoring wall along the east margin of hospital has begun ...
ANTHC to host Clinical Recruitment Fair, Dec. 13
At the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), we believe great things are achieved when our diverse workforce pulls together, unified in excellence. ANTHC is looking to add to our team at the Alaska Native Medical Center (ANMC). ANTHC is hosting a Clinical Recruitment Fair on Friday, Dec. 13, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., in ANMC Conference Rooms 1 and 3. Please join us, there will be catered snacks and prize giveaways. We are excited to meet interested, qualified candidates and ...
Quit tobacco with us during the Great American Smokeout
If you’re ready to live tobacco free, there is no better time to start than the Great American Smokeout – Thursday, Nov. 21. The ANTHC Tobacco Prevention Program is available with resources and expertise to help guide you on your quit plan. Contact the ANTHC Tobacco Cessation program at (907) 729-4343 to start your tobacco-free journey. The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium and Mayo Clinic are partnering on the Aniqsaaq research study for Alaska Native adults who want to breathe ...