Nextera Healthcare

10/15/2025

We’ve got a new name — and even bigger care. 💙

Nextera Healthcare is now KerixHealth — and while the name is changing, everything you count on is staying the same:

✅ Same care team you trust
✅ Same unlimited, no-copay visits
✅ Same commitment to your health

We’re proud to continue this journey with you under a name that reflects our growth and mission to make healthcare more accessible, personal, and human.

Be sure to follow us at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579349144083 to stay connected with your care team, wellness tips, updates, and more!

We can’t wait to see you there!
check out our new site at www.KerixHealth.com

09/11/2025

We sat down with our very own pediatrician, Dr. Kristen Kammerer, DO, FAAP, to talk all things back-to-school health. From boosting immunity and managing stress to knowing when to bring your child in for a visit—this conversation is packed with helpful tips for parents of kids of all ages.

Dr. Kammerer is not only a seasoned pediatrician—she’s also a mom, a veteran, and someone who truly cares about building strong relationships with families.

Whether your child is in preschool or high school, this is for you.

Watch now and feel more prepared (and supported) as we kick off a healthy school year together!

09/10/2025

Back to School, Back to Health – Live Webinar!

Got questions about your child’s health this school year? From boosting immunity and tackling back-to-school anxiety to knowing when a sick visit is needed—we’ve got answers.

Join us for a live Q&A with our pediatrician, Dr. Kirsten Kammerer, as we talk through everything parents need to know to keep kids healthy, happy, and thriving this fall.

📅 Date: Thursday, Sept. 11
🕕 Time: 2:00 pm mst
📍 Live on Zoom
Webinar will be recorded!

👉 RSVP here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c_A_uQVtQumnYb7ecbzTfg

09/08/2025

Meet Dr. Chinwendu Opara, D.O.

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Opara to our Ashburn and Fairfax offices in Virginia!

A proud native of the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia area, Dr. Opara brings a hands-on, relationship-centered approach to family medicine. She is passionate about helping patients take charge of their health—especially those navigating obesity and chronic conditions—through personalized, evidence-based care in the Direct Primary Care model.

Beyond the clinic, you’ll find her enjoying dance parties with her nephew, laughing with friends, or “rucking” with her hiking group. Her vibrant spirit shines through in how she practices medicine—meeting patients with compassion, faith, and a commitment to whole-person health.

Dr. Opara is now welcoming new patients!
https://nexterahealthcare.com/

09/01/2025

08/28/2025

Ever feel like weight health is more complicated than just diet and exercise? You're not alone—and you're not wrong.

In this honest and compassionate conversation, Dr. Nida Dillon explores what really affects weight health, including metabolism, stress, sleep, and emotional wellness. Whether you're starting your journey or simply looking for more support, this webinar offers real, practical guidance in a no-judgment space.

Watch the replay anytime: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/bnUAi_9EJRIZtjT1Soj7c3ma0Qm5q-gSLphFAQy-fzMwsxCiGkppe6upjtAQlPVZ.Jl-iq0QD9pAi2d4C?startTime=1756318655000

And remember—whether it’s about weight health, a check-up, or any health concern, we’re here for you. Book a visit with your Nextera clinician today!

08/07/2025

Webinar Replay: Taking Care of the Skin You’re In: Why Skin Checks Matter
Your skin is your body’s largest organ—and one of the best indicators of your overall health.

We sat down with Dr. Jacqueline Harrison, who sees members in our Greeley and Fort Collins, CO locations, to talk about all things skin health:
☀️ What to look for
🧴 Sunscreen myths + must-knows
🔍 When to schedule a skin check—and what to expect
💡 Tips to keep your skin healthy at any age

This quick, eye-opening webinar is packed with info that could help you catch something early—and it’s available to watch on your time.

📅 Skin checks are included at no cost to you as a Nextera member.
▶️ Watch the replay now: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/c4Om89YAQOBoKrKS1XwSLjrNGvhxmhZI0KgiXx1Gv5xPUn-ZzGQjVfKYfLN4mSc.EmQDY0Z81R2BEcbU?startTime=1753382028000

07/28/2025

Big news for healthcare access!

Dr. Clint Flanagan, Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Nextera Healthcare will be speaking at an in-person event in Washington, D.C. on July 29, focused on the Primary Care Enhancement Act (PCEA) - that clarifies HSAs can now be used for Direct Primary Care.👏

This important conversation will bring together leaders in healthcare policy and primary care innovation to explore what this change means for patients, physicians, and employers alike.💡

As a pioneer in Direct Primary Care, Dr. Clint Flanagan will join leading voices to discuss the real-world impact of this important legislation.

Date: July 29, 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm est
Location: National Press Club, Washington, D.C.
This is an in-person event only. A recording will be available post-event.

Register now and be part of the conversation https://www.primarycareforamerica.org/pceabriefing/



Direct Primary Care Coalition
Direct Primary Care Alliance
American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)

07/15/2025

Summer temps are climbing fast — and with extreme heat comes real health risks. Whether you're out enjoying the sun or working in the heat, it's important to know when your body’s warning signs mean something more.

Feeling dizzy, nauseous, or overheated? It could be more serious than you think. Learn how to spot the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke—and what to do in each situation. It could save a life this summer.

For hot days, remember to:

✔️ Hydrate often
✔️ Take shade breaks
✔️ Know the signs of both heat exhaustion and heat stroke
✔️ Contact your Nextera physician if you have concerns

Call the afterhours line or use your messaging app to reach your Nextera physician with heat related concerns. Don't have an app yet? Reach out to get your invite 303-501-2600!