Marge Pelletier, APRN

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Mon, Tues, Thurs:

8:00am to 8:00pm
Wednesday:

8:00am to 7:00pm

Friday:

8:00am to 4:00pm

Lab Hours

5 Clark Way, Somersworth
Monday to Thursday:
7:00am to 4:00pm
Friday:
7:00am to 3:00pm

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Our Providers

Marge Pelletier, APRN

It is our obligation to take care of ourselves and do what we can to help others."

Treatment philosophy: "Taking 'joint responsibility,' using a teamwork approach to staying healthy and feeling well, is paramount in my practice." Marge enjoys teaching people how to take an active role in making the changes that will improve their health. "I believe we should make the most of each day. It is our obligation to take care of ourselves and do what we can to help others."

Special interests: "I have a strong interest in chronic illness, both it's prevention and treatment. I also feel strongly that knowledge is power and I focus on educating my patients in order that they feel empowered. In this way, we can work cooperatively to bring about and maintain good health."

Professional journey: "I began my medical journey as a candy striper at age 16. I simply loved it and continued on to nursing school." After graduating, Marge "went off to see the world," spending 6 years in the Navy Nurse Corps. "I realized I had a strong desire to direct patient care rather than to simply receive orders and I wanted to make a difference. With that in mind, I left the Corps to attend a nurse practitioner program. In 1997, I had the pleasure of being introduced to Salmon Falls Family Healthcare by my dear friend and colleague, Lynn Devlin. I've enjoyed many varied experiences over the 36 years that I've been in nursing medicine." Marge continues to enjoy the day to day practice of guiding her patients toward better health.

Professional certifications & associations:

American Nurses Association certification
Member of the Professional Advisory Board of the Homemakers of Strafford County

Education:

Alexandra Hospital School of Nursing - 1972
University of California -Nurse Practiioner Program - 1979
University of New Hampshire - BS Behavioral Science - 1986

"When I'm not treating my patients, I enjoy... volunteering at the Center for Wildlife in Cape Neddick, Maine. I'm also a member of The Kittery Land Trust. and volunteer with the Spruce Creek Association doing water testing and clean up. I love animals and the outdoors. I am teaching myself to play the Harmonica, BUT before I die I would love to be able to play the guitar. I've taken many lessons, but never seem to find enough time to practice! I spend lots of time with family and friends and love a good laugh!"

Joined the SFFH family... 1997.

February is American Heart Month!

According to the CDC, cardiovascular disease, including stroke, is the leading cause of death in the United States. Knowing the signs and symptoms is critical to the having the most positive outcome after having a heart attack. Rapid medical attention, calling 911 as soon as symptoms occur, will greatly increase the chance of survival. Although many still think of heart disease as a man's disease, women account for 47% of related deaths. The CDC also notes that women are more likely to delay seeking emergency treatment because they tend to experience the less common symptoms.

You CAN reduce your heart disease risk!

The important thing is that you take steps now to prevent, or if you already have heart disease, to control your heart disease risk factors.

Surviving a Heart Attack

Fast action is your best defense! Getting help quickly, having clot busting or artery opening medications administered IMMEDIATELY after symptoms occur can stop or limit damage from a heart attack. The sooner these drugs are started the more good they'll do with the greatest chance of recovery! To be most effective these medications need to be given within 1 hour after symptoms begin.

Fighting obesity in YOUR community

Provider Education

Our providers take pride in staying up to date with the latest trends in family health care. Continuing education programs on a wide array of health topics are offered monthly at our facility.