Our medical department is dedicated to helping our clients improve their lives through a coordinated approach to care involving clients, their caregivers, their clinical staff and primary care providers. We are proud to be part of a state-wide community of people who share our values, and part of a company that supports us so we can support our clients!
Accessing Services
The Medical Team provides services at several locations in Anchorage and Fairbanks, depending on the age of the client.
To schedule in Anchorage, call 907-563-1000.
To schedule in Fairbanks, call 907-371-1300.
Walk in Hours for Psychiatry
Child & Adolescent Walk-In Options:
Established child & adolescent clients may visit either of our Child & family Clinics for walk-in services at the following times. Services may be provided via telehealth or in person.
Please note: there is limited availability for walk-ins each day; please call the front desk at 907-563-1000 as early as possible to let them know you are coming.
- Mondays, 4 – 5 pm
- Wednesdays, 9 -10 am, 2- 3 pm
- Fridays, 2- 3 pm
Anchorage clinic: 4045 Lake Otis Parkway
Fairbanks Clinic: 926 Aspen Street
Adult Walk-in Options
Established adult clients may visit our clinics for walk-in services at the following times:
Fairbanks (1423 Peger Rd)
Mondays, 10 -12 noon
Wednesdays, 10 – 12 noon
Anchorage (4120 Laurel Street)
Monday – Thursday, 10 – 11 am
Monday – Thursday, 2 – 3 pm
New adult clients may visit our clinics for walk-in appointments at the following times. Please note: there is limited availability for walk-ins each day; please call the front desk at 907-563-1000 as early as possible to let them know you are coming.
Fairbanks
coming soon
Anchorage (4120 Laurel Street)
Monday – Thursday, 2 – 3 pm
Psychiatry
We provide psychiatric medical care to people of all ages and all walks of life. We provide services to all psychiatric issues at all stages of recovery. Our services include:
- diagnostic psychiatric evaluations
- medication and symptom management
- medication administration
- coordination of care with case managers, therapists, primary care providers and other medical specialists
Internal Medicine
Alaska Behavioral Health is pleased to offer internal medicine/primary care for our clients. Clients access primary care services through our adult clinics in Anchorage and Fairbanks. Common conditions addressed include:
- Annual wellness checks
- Health maintenance and promotion, disease prevention
- Counseling and education regarding medications and diagnoses
- Treatment of acute illnesses
- Treatment of chronic illnesses/conditions, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders and diabetes
- Laceration repair and foot care
- EKG’s
Primary Care Walk-in Hours
Walk-in hours are available for primary care in Fairbanks for established clients only.
Tuesdays, 9 – 11 am
On-Site Pharmacy and Labs
We partner with Genoa Healthcare to provide on-site pharmacy services in both Anchorage and Fairbanks. Close coordination between our providers and pharmacy staff reduces medication errors and allows us to resolve issues quickly.
We are able to perform basic labs on-site. Some lab needs may need to be referred to an outside lab.
Meet our Team!
Our team consists of psychiatrists; advanced nurse practitioners (ANPs); physician assistants (PAs); psychiatric nurse-case managers (N-CMs); family nurse practitioners; nationally certified medical assistants (NCMAs); certified nursing assistants (CNAs) and administrative support staff.
Karina Demientieff, CNA – Medical Department Coordinator
Kimberly Jeffrey, RN
Jennifer Race, RN
Catherine Sears, RN – Assertive Community Treatment team, Anchorage
Heidi Beardsley, LPN – Fairbanks
Shayla Burton, CMA
Madison Gingrow, CMA
Emily Krause, CMA
Heaven Lee, CMA
Kelly Matson, CMA
Lexi Phillips, CMA