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How a Calling Led This Central Health Doctor, Among the First Graduates of Dell Medical School, into Medicine
When Dr. Brooke Wagen was interviewing for a spot in the first-ever class at Dell Medical School in 2016, she was asked whether she had applied to any other programs.
“Well, no,” she said. “My family’s here.”
At 39, Dr. Wagen didn’t look like most other applicants.
Central Health’s Work Helps Unhoused Residents Achieve Better Health As They Move Out of Homelessness
For thousands of people living in shelters or on the streets of Travis County, poor health is both a cause and a consequence of their lack of stable housing. “We understand that homelessness is not just a housing issue; it’s a health care crisis,” said Central Health President and CEO Dr. Patrick Lee. “People experiencing homelessness face severe health challenges that are often worsened by systemic inequities.”
Useful resources for facts, figures, and background info about the Central Health system. Reach out to us via the contact us page if you still have questions you’d like answered.
Enabling legislation (Ch. 281, Health and Safety Code)
2018 Germane Solutions performance review
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Press releases
Central Health & Sendero Health Plans Honored with 2025 CAN Transformational Impact Award
AUSTIN, Texas–The Community Advancement Network (CAN) recognized Central Health and Sendero Health Plans with the 2025 Transformational Impact Award at a ceremony on Wednesday, March 26. The award recognized their […]
Central Health Launches Medical Partnership with Integral Care’s Therapeutic Diversion Center
Vulnerable populations gain access to enhanced health care through innovative bridge program Austin, TX – The newly created Central Health Bridge Program has expanded to a new site at the Integral Care […]
Central Health Seeks Community Input on Expanding Local Health Care Services
Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea to join AUSTIN, Texas — Central Health invites community members to join Travis County Commissioner Brigid Shea (Precinct 2) and the Central Health Board of […]
Blog posts
Kimmy Needed Help After Breaking Her Hand-That’s When HAAM And Sendero Health Plans Stepped In
An Austin disc jockey needed health care coverage after a medical emergency. She found community through her situation. Central Health and CommUnityCare Health Centers (CUC), both long-standing HAAM partners, provide […]
For Steve, Healing Wasn’t Just About Being Cancer-Free – It Was About Feeling Supported
Through its Medical Access Program, one patient found total care through the Supportive and Palliative Care team at Central Health The Central Health gastroenterology team had referred him first. Then […]
A Welcome Space for Anyone in Travis County – How the African American Youth Harvest Foundation Has Become an Ecosystem for Community
In September 2023, the AAYHF began operating the Harvest Trauma Recovery Center, a first-of-its-kind program in Texas offering behavioral health resources to survivors of violent crimes and post-traumatic stresses. The […]
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