How ironic to know that the same day we launched our Non-Profit, of all days, was Humans Right Day! It was also the kick-off of our long awaited first meeting of our Board of Directors for Promise to Aid (PTA). PTA is a non-profit organization that affirms that everyone has…
By Lyda Marcela Tyburec, Esq, The Trump Administration Officials announced on September 22, 2018, a new Executive Order with proposed changes to the definition of public charge as basis for denying admission, green cards and visas applications. If this rule is implemented it would prevent immigrants from securing lawful permanent…
By: Maria Trusa A striking number of uninsured individuals forgo seeking medical attention due to their perception of not having financial options available for medical care. Unfortunately, this stigma has become customary for the underserved population. Why are there low expectations for those who are disadvantaged? Many times, we…
By: Maria Trusa As we continue with our efforts of providing affordable and attainable healthcare, we are relentlessly educating ourselves on the facts and areas of focus for the uninsured. How can we make a difference? Attempting to discover new possibilities for those in need, we, at Formé, are excited…
We are excited to share that you can now take advantage of medical benefits available to improve your health. Formé Medical Center has an exclusive offer which will provide you with the opportunity to receive dignified, high-quality, transparent but most importantly, affordable healthcare. With a strong foundation at our Center…
I was born in the Dominican Republic in a very small town called Licey, Santiago.
We are 5 children, four boys and me the only girl. At the age of six, my mother decided to separate from my father. This was after 20 years of marriage to a husband that mistreated her and couldn’t support his family due to his alcoholism.
It is tough to discuss issues of health equity without addressing factors that engender social inequality. In fact, socioeconomic and living conditions, such as housing, physical environment, transportation, education and working conditions are often the causes of less than optimal health outcomes for ethnic communities, including Latinos.
White Plains-based Formé Urgent Care has recently unveiled a pioneering annual membership to aid the uninsured. Founded in 2000 by Gina Cappelli, Formé Urgent Care has been making waves in Westchester’s medical scene for a number of years. In 2003, the company opened its very first extension clinic in Eastchester and,…