01/10/2026
Dear Fairbanks Community,
As you may know, there has been a recent loss of healthcare options in the area, leading to limited availability of providers. I understand this change may have left many of you feeling uncertain or disrupted in your healthcare journey, and I truly empathize with the challenges that come with finding reliable care during such transitions.
I previously saw patients in Fairbanks, flying from Eagle River multiple times a month. Unfortunately, I stopped due to circumstances that made continuing financially unfeasible. I have my reasons for discontinuing services there and for discharging certain patients, but I will not capitalize on those circumstances.
I also want to reiterate that some of my patients were discharged because evidence-based practice generally recommends having a single provider manage mental health medications.
This approach minimizes risks such as polypharmacy (the use of multiple medications), potential drug interactions, side effects, and fragmented care, which can arise from uncoordinated prescribing by multiple providers. Studies highlight that poor coordination increases the likelihood of adverse outcomes, emphasizing the importance of centralized management for patient safety, efficacy, and continuity of care. It aligns with best scope of practice guidelines to ensure that only one provider prescribes mental health medications.
With compassion for those affected, I am now considering reopening a location in Fairbanks to help bridge this gap. I will also consider accepting back those patients who were discharged due to these circumstances. If you need a new provider for mental health, general healthcare, or comprehensive medical services—where I am fully certified—please reach out. We accept Medicare, Medicaid, Aetna, Premera, Optum, UHC, Moda, EBMS, GEHA, TriWest, and VA.
At Glacier Wellness Solutions, Lisa Jones, PMHNP-BC, and I, Shannon Davis, FNP as well as PMHNP-BC, are equipped for all mental health needs, with additional family practice services available. I am dedicated to providing mental health or medical condition medications with the utmost care and support. We also offer a medically supervised weight loss program, hormone replacement therapy, and peptide therapy under Radius 360 Wellness.
The PMHNP certification specializes advanced nurses in lifespan mental health care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of psychiatric disorders, awarded as PMHNP-BC by bodies like the ANCC after rigorous requirements for evidence-based care.
In contrast, Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) focus on primary care, handling initial mental health screenings (e.g., depression, anxiety, ADHD), basic counseling, mild-to-moderate prescriptions, and referrals. They lack psychiatric specialization, so for complex conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or severe substance use, collaboration and referral to PMHNPs is essential for best outcomes.
Until I secure space and complete credentialing, we offer telehealth-only services for medical and mental health needs. I’m also considering offering evening telehealth hours and weekend telehealth hours to meet the needs of our patients. You may leave a message at 907-696-0096, but the best way to reach us is to text at 907-696-0096. If you know of available space to lease, please let me know.
Thank you for your trust. We look forward to serving you.
