Neighbor News June 2026
Celebrating a Well-Deserved Retirement!
Happy Trails to Susan Metts
We bid a happy retirement to a very special member of the NeighborHealth Center family. We are so incredibly fortunate that Susan Metts spent the past 5+ years sharing her God-given gifts and talents with us. Her passion for our mission and what we do has helped us in countless ways and will continue to help shape the future of NeighborHealth long after she’s retired.
Susan, we are beyond grateful for all you have done to support us and our community. Enjoy your well-deserved free time!
Join Our Mission: We’re Hiring!
Help Us Bring Quality, Affordable Care to Those Who Need it Most
NeighborHealth Center is expanding, and we are looking for mission-aligned providers passionate about health equity and primary care for all. We are currently seeking:
- Family Medicine Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
If you or someone you know wants to make a meaningful difference in our community, please share these opportunities with your network. Every connection helps us strengthen our care team.
A Transformational Milestone:
In-House Pharmacy Coming Fall 2026
Bringing Affordable, Accessible Medications Directly to Our Patients
We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to funding from generous contributors, our in-house pharmacy will soon become a reality! Establishing the NeighborHealth Center Pharmacy has been a long-term organizational goal since we opened the Susanne Berger Clinic in 2022.
This project will make it much easier for patients to access, afford, and benefit from their medications exactly as prescribed. By integrating pharmacy services directly into our care model, we will improve health outcomes, reduce unnecessary expenses, and help patients avoid emergency department visits.
Welcoming Our New Providers
Meet the Latest Additions to the NeighborHealth Family
We are excited to welcome three fantastic new providers to our clinical team:
Arjun Bhattarai, PA-C, MPH (Physician Assistant)
Arjun is passionate about building meaningful, long-term relationships with his patients and their families. His medical journey began as a care coordinator in Buffalo, NY, where a life-changing relationship with a terminally ill patient inspired him to pursue clinical training. Arjun earned his Bachelor’s degree in Public Health from the University of Maryland, a Master of Public Health, and completed his Physician Assistant training at the Yale School of Medicine. He has also participated in global health mission work in rural Nepal. At NeighborHealth, Arjun focuses on whole-person care to serve Christ by serving the underserved. He speaks Nepali and Hindi and lives with his wife and four children.
Justin Oyler, LCSW (Integrated Behavioral Health Program Manager)
Justin joined NeighborHealth in December 2025, bringing extensive experience spanning emergency department care, outpatient clinics, program development, and quality value-based health networks. Originally from California, Justin relocated to North Carolina in 2023. He earned his Master of Social Work & Business from the University of Southern California and his Bachelor of Social Work from Azusa Pacific University. Outside of work, Justin and his family love exploring the NC outdoors through camping, hiking, and mountain biking.
Lavanya Kethamukkala, RDN, CLT, LDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist)
Lavanya brings over 18 years of clinical dietetics experience across inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care settings. In addition to being a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, she is a Certified LEAP Therapist (CLT), specializing in managing dietary aspects of food sensitivities, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, and migraines. Outside of work, Lavanya is a passionate volunteer for regional health events and an avid cook who loves experimenting with vegetarian recipes and hosting cooking demonstrations. She resides in Apex with her husband and two sons.
Need Care Today? Same-Day Appointments Available!
We now offer convenient walk-in appointments for established patients. If you need same-day healthcare, visit us Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Ways to Partner with NeighborHealth
Share Your Experience: Healthcare journeys are built on trust. Have you had a great experience at NeighborHealth? Write a Google Review to help others find compassionate care.
Read Our Annual Report: See the impact your support made this past year. Read the Full Report Here.
Volunteer With Us: Volunteer group projects are needed to add value in welcoming our patients, helping to ensure they have needed resources during difficult times, and pitching in to help us go the extra mile and enhance our patient experience. View Current Opportunities.
