ABOUT FMC

You Need Us. We Need You.

SINCE WE KNOW HEALTHCARE, WE HOPE TO EARN YOUR TRUST. IF WE DO, YOU WILL SEE THAT WE ARE WORTH IT.

A Message from Our President & CEO

Amidst these uncertain times across our nation and across the world, you can be certain that all of us at Fairchild Medical Center remain committed and prepared to help you with your healthcare needs.

You can be sure that our single focus is to make local access to healthcare a reality for members of the communities that we serve across Siskiyou County. Our team works tirelessly to be here for you when you need us.

I want to thank you for your support of FMC and understanding that as one of the largest private employers in the community, the economic contribution made by FMC to our communities is critical to our local economy. From earned wages to regular contributions to other non-profit organizations, FMC makes a significant contribution to the financial success of our local businesses.

Thank you for trusting and allowing us to care for you and your family. Thank you for recognizing our economic contribution through your support of our organization.

JONATHON ANDRUS

President & Chief Executive Officer

About Fairchild Medical Center

Located in Yreka, CA at the base of breathtaking, beautiful Mount Shasta, Fairchild Medical Center (FMC) provides local access to health care for communities across North Siskiyou County.  FMC is accredited by the Joint Commission. FMC is a state-of-the-art healthcare facility, built in 1997 to replace the old Siskiyou General Hospital, which had served the residents of Siskiyou County since 1921.  Fairchild Medical Clinic was built in 1997 with a major expansion in 2015.  Currently, FMC is constructing a new Emergency Department which will provide much needed additional capacity as well as an improved patient experience. This project is expected to be complete in 2027.  Scott Valley Rural Health Clinic has served the Scott Valley since 1991 and a new clinic was built in Etna, CA in 2015. 

Our organization offers the newest patient care technology available including surgical robotics, pain management, and our EPIC electronic record system. Our facilities enjoy the highest seismic rating and our organization maintains constant preparation and readiness for the next disaster.

Fairchild Medical Center and Clinics offers a full spectrum of healthcare services.  The Hospital offers emergent, medical, surgical as well as ancillary services such as laboratory and imaging.  The Clinics offer outpatient services including behavioral health, dental, pediatrics, express care, family medicine, podiatry, internal medicine, women’s health as well as other specialty services including general surgery and orthopedics. Our rehabilitation department includes physical therapy, speech, and occupational therapy services.

Our staff our fully engaged with our private and public partners to improve the health of our communities in North Siskiyou County.

Our Vision

Our Vision Statement

Fairchild Medical Center will serve the healthcare needs of our area by:

  • Ensuring the availability and accessibility of healthcare services to our communities
  • Providing high-quality, cost-effective healthcare services
  • Seeking to involve the entire community in achieving a healthier population

Our mission, vision and values are the foundation from which our organization serves our community every day.

Board of Directors

As an independent private non-profit organization, Fairchild Medical Center is governed by a local board of directors with full financial and operational authority for the organization. Local governance with a singular focus on the health of our local communities differentiates Fairchild Medical Center and provides a competitive advantage over other local hospitals.

Officers

Tres Churchill, Chairman

Darrin Mercier, Vice Chairperson

Dwayne Jones, Secretary

Kristi Von Tickner, Treasurer

Larry Mulloy, Member at Large

Members

Carrie Hayden

Deanne Terry

Douglas Langford, DDS

Eleanor Wilson

Jay Quisenberry

Judy Baker

Lorah Guse, Auxiliary Representative

Louis DeRouchey, MD

Michael Maloney, Past Chief of Staff

Vina Swenson, MD, Chief of Staff

Administration

Jonathon Andrus

President and Chief Executive Officer

Susan Westphal, RN

Assistant Administrator

Michael Madden

Assistant Administrator

Moudy Youssef, MD

Chief Medical Officer

Kelly Martin

Chief Financial Officer

Jaxon Williams

Director of Hospital Clinics

Kristi Apodaca

Director of Medical Staff Services/Provider Recruitment

Joann Sarmento

Director of Human Resources