Our People

“During my time at the University of New England, I developed an appreciation for Maine and its population. I was lucky enough to have been offered a position at the Oasis Free Clinics where high-quality patient care is a top priority. Their core values align with mine so I knew it would be an excellent fit and learning experience for me.”

“Growing up, my family often didn’t have health or dental insurance. That was true for a lot of people in my community, and I saw friends and family struggle with decisions about work, health and money constantly. At Oasis, we take away some of that stress so our patients can focus on their health.”

I believe that healthcare is a human right, and I am honored to work at Oasis for this reason.  Supporting patients in the dignity of being able to care for their health and wellness is a meaningful part of my practice as a nurse practitioner.

Following over 40 years in private dental practice and 5 years as a volunteer provider and director at a free health clinic, Oasis was a natural home for me when my clinic closed during COVID-19. First, as a volunteer provider and now as the volunteer Dental Director, my experience at Oasis Free Clinic has been personally and professionally rewarding. 

Dental health is integral to a person’s well-being and should be available to all and not limited by financial ability. As the name implies, Oasis provides excellent and compassionate care to all of our neighbors in need. 

“When you are a physician, there is something different when you volunteer. It’s more gratifying.  It feels more like a privilege. Not having health insurance puts you at another level of vulnerability, and it’s humbling that people trust us with their stories and their lives.”

“My heart and my head are in complete agreement that access to quality healthcare is a basic human right. I’m grateful for the opportunity to volunteer at Oasis and help to make this a reality for all of our neighbors.”

“I have a great appreciation for how complicated and complex our healthcare systems are.  I feel strongly that everyone should have access to healthcare and trying to navigate our systems can be overwhelming especially for the most vulnerable.  Oasis provides needed healthcare services to our community in a respectful, supportive way that allows patients to manage and improve their health which benefits not only the patient and their family but our community as a whole.  I believe in the mission of Oasis and would be honored to have the opportunity to work with the team to continue to provide the much needed services and grow the organization.”

“I serve on the board at Oasis because it connects me to my community.  I am proud to be a resident of Freeport, and grateful to have such a safe and supportive place to live and raise my family.  It is a great privilege to give back to my neighbors.”