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Your Trusted Community Health Center in North Hawaii
Hamakua Health Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) dedicated to providing comprehensive, quality primary and preventive healthcare to medically underserved communities in North Hawai'i. We operate four clinic locations in Honokaa, Kapaau, Lauphoehoe, and Waimea, offering services to individuals of all ages regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Our patient-centered approach emphasizes care coordination, evidence-based practices, and community engagement, with recognition as a National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). We maintain rigorous performance standards across administrative, clinical, and financial operations while offering sliding fee discounts based on income and family size. Our integrated services include primary care, dental care, behavioral health, women's health, and health insurance assistance, supported by federal funding through the Bureau of Primary Health Care.Our board of directors comprises local community representatives, ensuring our programs align with regional health needs. We prioritize whole-person care by integrating behavioral health with primary care services and provide culturally sensitive care through multilingual staff. Our wellness programs address chronic disease prevention, diabetes management, asthma education, and tobacco cessation, while our substance use disorder treatment programs offer intensive outpatient and group therapy options. We collaborate with local partners like North Hawaii Hospice and Kohala Home Health to ensure comprehensive care coordination for homebound patients and end-of-life support.
Services
Primary Care
Dental Services
Behavioral Health
Women's Health
Health Insurance Assistance
Substance Use Treatment
Patient Education
Care Coordination
Wellness Programs
Telehealth Visits
Highlights and features
- We provide care regardless of insurance status or ability to pay
- Our NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home designation ensures coordinated, comprehensive care
- We offer sliding fee discounts based on income and family size
- Our integrated behavioral health services address mental and physical wellness together
- Four accessible locations serving North Hawai'i communities since 2002
Associations and certifications
- Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)
- Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
What people say
Compassionate care
Accessible services
Comprehensive approach
Provider expertise
Community focus
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care providers deliver comprehensive preventive and acute care for all ages, including chronic disease management, immunizations, and wellness exams. We offer same-day sick visits, telehealth options, and coordinated care with specialists. Our team focuses on building long-term patient relationships to improve overall health outcomes.
Dental Services
General dental care includes cleanings, exams, extractions, and emergency treatment for patients of all ages. Our Waimea and Kohala clinics provide digital X-rays, restorative care, and preventive services. We accept both insured and uninsured patients, with a focus on maintaining oral health as part of overall wellness.
Behavioral Health
Integrated behavioral health services address depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders through individual and group therapy. Our providers use evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care. We offer specialized programs for postpartum depression and family communication challenges.
Women's Health
Comprehensive women's health includes annual exams, prenatal care, family planning, and breast health screenings. We provide state-of-the-art ultrasound services and participate in the Hawaii Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program. Our midwives offer well-woman visits and prenatal education classes.
Substance Use Treatment
Our intensive outpatient program addresses methamphetamine, opioid, and alcohol addiction through individual counseling, group therapy, and family support. Certified counselors use motivational interviewing and relapse prevention strategies. We offer nicotine replacement therapy and collaborate with community recovery resources.
People
Toni Caravalho
Physicians Assistant
Toni Caravalho, PA, provides family practice care at Waimea and Kohala clinics. With education from the University of Hawaii at Hilo and Pacific University, she focuses on preventive care and chronic disease management.
Catherine Marquette
Family Nurse Practitioner
Catherine Marquette, FNP, PA-C, serves as Medical Director at Honokaa Clinic. She earned her degree from the University of Nevada and specializes in family practice with a focus on holistic patient care.
Anthony Giasolli
Family Practice Physician
Dr. Anthony Giasolli provides family practice care with a doctorate from the University of Texas Medical Branch. He completed residency training at Texas Tech Family Medicine and has practiced in Hawai'i since 1993.
Candace Kauahi
Substance Abuse Counselor
Candace Kauahi, CSAC, offers telehealth-certified substance abuse counseling. She holds credentials from the State of Hawaii Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division and specializes in adolescent and adult addiction treatment programs.
Robin Ramsay
Certified Nurse Midwife
Robin Ramsay, APRN, CNM, provides women's health services across all clinic locations. She graduated from the University of California, San Francisco School of Nursing and specializes in obstetrics and gynecology.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept AlohaCare Quest, HMSA Quest, United Health Care Quest, and Ohana Quest. For underinsured patients, we offer a sliding fee discount program based on income.
Do you offer dental care for children?
Yes, our Waimea and Kohala clinics provide pediatric dental services including cleanings, exams, and emergency care for children and teens.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Most clinics operate Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. After-hours emergencies can contact the main line for urgent care guidance.
How can I schedule a telehealth visit?
Call your preferred clinic location to schedule a telehealth appointment. Our staff will provide instructions for connecting via smartphone or computer.
Do you provide substance abuse treatment?
Yes, we offer intensive outpatient and group therapy programs for substance use disorders, including specialized services for methamphetamine and opioid addiction.
What women's health services are available?
We provide annual exams, prenatal care, family planning, breast health screenings, and menopause management. Our midwives offer well-woman visits and prenatal education classes.
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Reviews (4)
Jonathan Bartsch
Aug 30, 2021
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Hamakua-Kohala Health has been serving my family of 6 for many years and now my grandson. Nellie has always had a welcoming smile. They have ALL been so helpful and accommodating. Recently all 7 of us got COVID tests. Dina was so sweet & reassuring filling out lots of forms with us. So fitting of her name..... you could see Angel's smile through lots of PPE. She was so patient with a Kolohe 5 year old not happy to be tested. You are all huge assets to your employers and our Kohala Community. These are the type of people and treatment we need to get through this tough time together! Be ready for
Melinda H.
Dec 19, 2018
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We are traveling and my spouse was kicked by a horse. We were taken back immediately and the nurse, a gentlemen, was amazing. The doctor was efficient and friendly and competent. We were in and out with stitches and X-ray in a short period of time for any ER visit. Excellent care!
Crystal B.
May 11, 2013
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This is for the Kohala Family Health Center branch in Kapa'au. I came here after a bad fall. My foot was massively swollen, bruised, and couldn't bear any weight at all. It had been like that for two days. I was examined by Dr. Elder, who sent me to the hospital to get x-rays. Immediately after taking the x-ray, the technician Scott pointed out that there was a fractured metatarsal. He told me the exact location of the fracture. The x-rays were then sent over to Dr. Elder, who looked at them and told me that there were no fractures. He offered no alternate explanation for my symptoms
Jilly P.
Jul 30, 2010
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I LOVE this place. :) It's thee best. :)
I've been going here since I was a freshman in high school and I've always gotten really good care. The doctors are always very nice and so is the staff. What I love about them is that they can squeeze in appointments for you if needed. A lot of medical places make you wait! (So uncool.)
The one downside is that sometimes it's very SLOW. And you find yourself in the waiting room from anywhere between half an hour, to an hour. =/ Eeeeeek. No one likes to wait for that long at the doctor's office. But, for me, I think it's
I've been going here since I was a freshman in high school and I've always gotten really good care. The doctors are always very nice and so is the staff. What I love about them is that they can squeeze in appointments for you if needed. A lot of medical places make you wait! (So uncool.)
The one downside is that sometimes it's very SLOW. And you find yourself in the waiting room from anywhere between half an hour, to an hour. =/ Eeeeeek. No one likes to wait for that long at the doctor's office. But, for me, I think it's
