Health Counseling by a Clinical Health Educator (CHE)

The CHE supports Adult Primary Care clinicians through provision of individual appointments with members referred for life style change and education. A CHE is an expert in:

• Educating patients on self-care
• Making lifestyle changes to enhance health and prevent disease complications
• Coaching on how to adhere with treatment plan
• Building confidence in member self care skills
• Facilitating group programs for patient support

Specific competency areas include: Cholesterol, Diabetes, HIV Test Counseling, Hypertension, General Nutrition Education, Physical Activity, Tobacco Cessation,  Weight Management, and Advance Directive for Health Care

Internal Appointments Available

Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Ask your doctor for a referral for the CHE located in their department or call for an appointment.

• Internal Medicine - Lajai Elliott, CHE