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Welcome to Coplin Health Systems’ blog, where you can find recent news, health advice, events, neighborhood initiatives, and so much more.

September 22, 2022

Get to Know Kelly McLain – Parkersburg Clinic’s New Pediatrician

Coplin Health Systems is pleased to announce that pediatrician Dr. Kelly McLain, MD has been serving patients at the Parkersburg Family Care on Emerson Avenue since May of this year. Dr. McLain joins the Coplin healthcare team […]

July 19, 2022

Renovations completed at Coplin Administrative Building

Coplin Health Systems recently completed renovations on a new administrative building. The new 4,400 square-foot facility houses the health center’s administrative offices, conference rooms, and training center. Located adjacent to the Parkersburg Family Care (Pediatric and Primary […]

June 22, 2022

What Are School-Based Health Clinics?

There’s nothing quite unsettling like getting a call while at work from the school that your child is feeling under the weather. Do I need to pick them up? Do they need to go to the doctor? […]

May 23, 2022

Coplin Health Systems and Westbrook Health Services Partner for Mobile MAT Services

Coplin Health Systems and Westbrook Health Services recognize the prevalence of the opioid epidemic in the United States and its harmful impact in the state of West Virginia. Because of the great need for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) […]

May 9, 2022

Why You Need a Primary Care Provider

The month of May observes areas of health and prevention, including Women’s Health, Hepatitis Awareness, Brain Cancer Awareness, Mental Health, Skin Cancer Awareness, and Stroke Awareness. Health organizations and professionals across the nation use this month to […]

May 4, 2022

Dr. Kelly McLain Joins Coplin Health Systems

Coplin Health Systems is pleased to welcome pediatrician Dr. Kelly L. McLain to its talented team of physicians at Parkersburg Family Care (Emerson Square). Dr. McLain brings more than a decade of experience as a pediatrician and […]

April 19, 2022

Annual Dash for Diabetes Registration Now Online

Coplin Health Systems (CHS) is once again teaming up with the City of Ravenswood to host the sixth annual Dash for Diabetes 5k Walk/Run event. This year’s race will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 11th, 2022, […]

April 7, 2022

How Can Coplin’s Sliding Fee Scale Help Me Afford Healthcare?

A person’s access to healthcare should not be at jeopardy due to lack of funds or lack of insurance. At Coplin Health Systems, we believe folks of all income levels should have the opportunity to receive quality […]

February 8, 2022

Understanding the Facts of the COVID-19 Vaccines

With millions of doses of the COVID-19 vaccines distributed and administered, the end to the pandemic could be within reach. However, due to the spread of false information, many individuals have questions regarding the vaccines and their […]

February 3, 2022

4 Reasons to Attend Our Heart Health Lab Screening Event

During the month of February, most people are thinking of celebrating Valentine’s Day with chocolates and candy hearts. But something else should be on everyone’s mind as well — heart health. The month of February is nationally […]

December 16, 2021

What Does It All Mean?

The United States healthcare system can be … well, confusing. That’s why the Coplin team is excited to announce ‘What Does It All Mean?’ - an educational video series where Coplin providers will break down various healthcare topics.

December 7, 2021

Coplin Health Systems Receives $1,000 Grant to Boost Workplace Wellness

Coplin Health Systems is pleased to be selected as one of only 20 workplaces statewide to receive a $1,000 grant to support workplace wellness. These grants are made possible by Active Southern West Virginia and WV Bureau […]