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Your Trusted Community Health Partner in Albany, NY
Whitney M Young Jr Health Center delivers equitable and accessible quality care empowering our diverse community to achieve better health and wellness. Our vision is to create a future where all people achieve their highest level of health and well-being through whole-person care, opportunity, access, quality, respect, integrity, empathy, and innovation. We align health and social care to advance patient well-being while partnering with, educating, and engaging patients to achieve their health objectives. Our services are designed to be equitable, available, affordable, and inclusive, aligning care delivery with community needs.We pursue continuous improvement of our services and staff skills to ensure patient safety and improved outcomes, valuing the uniqueness and diversity of our patients and staff. Upholding standards of honesty, accountability, and reliability, we listen to patients and staff to provide individualized attention through an inclusive environment. Our commitment to innovation drives us to implement new methods that enhance patient health outcomes, supported by a team of experienced professionals across medical, dental, behavioral health, and community outreach disciplines.
Services
Primary Care
Dental Services
Behavioral Health
Pediatrics
Addiction Treatment
Telehealth
Womens Health
School-Based Health
Pharmacy
Podiatry
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour on-call coverage for medical emergencies.
- Our sliding fee scale ensures affordable care for the uninsured.
- We provide integrated services across medical, dental, and behavioral health.
- Our team includes credentialed specialists in addiction treatment and pediatrics.
- We maintain Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) deemed status for patient protection.
Associations and certifications
- Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b
- Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) deemed facility
- Joint Commission accredited
What people say
Compassionate staff
Accessible care
Dedicated professionals
Affordable options
Integrated services
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care services provide comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare for all ages. We focus on preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illness treatment through personalized care plans. Our board-certified providers ensure continuity of care with integrated access to specialists and behavioral health services.
Dental Services
We offer preventive and restorative dental care including exams, cleanings, fillings, and emergency treatment. Our program emphasizes oral health education and access to specialists for complex cases. The Seal a Smile initiative provides school-based preventive care for children in underserved communities.
Behavioral Health
Our behavioral health team provides individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT. We treat mood disorders, anxiety, and addiction with integrated care coordination. Services include crisis intervention and long-term mental health management support.
Addiction Treatment
We offer Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid and alcohol use disorders using buprenorphine and naltrexone. Our program combines medication with counseling and behavioral therapies in a supportive environment. We also operate an Opioid Treatment Program with methadone services.
Pediatrics
Our pediatric services cover newborn care through adolescence with immunizations, developmental screenings, and sick visits. We provide preventive care and coordinate with behavioral health specialists for comprehensive child wellness. Appointments are available at our Swinburne Health Center location.
People
Noel Varghese
OB/GYN
Dr. Noel Varghese specializes in obstetrics and gynecology, providing comprehensive women's health care. With board certification and extensive experience, he focuses on prenatal care, family planning, and minimally invasive surgical procedures.
Kathryn Rothas
Dental Director
Dr. Kathryn Rothas leads our dental services with expertise in general dentistry and residency program development. She oversees clinical operations and quality assurance for dental care across all locations.
Sarah Salvatore
Physical Therapy Director
Dr. Sarah Salvatore specializes in physical therapy with a focus on pediatric and geriatric rehabilitation. She holds a doctorate in physical therapy and has over 15 years of clinical experience in community health settings.
Kenneth Kroopnick
Pediatrician
Dr. Kenneth Kroopnick provides comprehensive pediatric care with a focus on developmental pediatrics. He has specialized training in managing complex childhood conditions and promoting early childhood wellness.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major health and dental insurance plans including Medicaid, Medicare, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare.
Do you offer care for uninsured patients?
Yes, we offer a sliding fee scale based on income for uninsured patients and assistance with insurance enrollment.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Some locations offer extended hours for behavioral health services, but most services operate during standard business hours.
What dental services are available?
We provide exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures, and emergency dental care with a sliding fee scale.
How do I access addiction treatment services?
Call our main line to schedule an assessment for medication-assisted treatment and counseling services.
Do you offer pediatric care?
Yes, we provide comprehensive pediatric services including immunizations, check-ups, and developmental screenings.
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Reviews (4)
Amy Kimberly Cruz
May 09, 2022
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As a previous employee I can say that all parties involved with the establishment running are all trying their best and genuinely care about the patients. In this climate, it is extremely difficult to find employees. Not sure if the pandemic has truly impacted peoples ability to want to to work, but to find people literally in all positions from call center, to clinical staff, to managerial was and is a challenge.
Melak
Apr 16, 2022
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The worst of the worst I don't recommend anyone to go there at all the people on the phone are very rude and they will hang up the phone on you when u need help just tried to call nd make an appointment for my head injury and she just hanged up the phone on me when I tried to tell her I can't be on the waiting list bc I need it sooner
Jaimie Covert
Apr 14, 2022
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Vile receptionist that snaps at you over the most basic of questions. Can't imagine a worse person to handle customer service than the venomous snake they have managing their phone lines. 0/10.
Mo Lawi
Jan 21, 2022
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I haven't been able to make an appointment during couple of months. Been in queue for 43 & 38 mins each time, but they hung up every time and didn't call back. Their telephone receptionists are very unprofessional & irresponsible.
