About Lamprey Health Care
We exist to provide high-quality primary medical care and health-related services with an emphasis on prevention and lifestyle management to all individuals regardless of ability to pay.
Executive & Clinical Leadership and Board of Directors
Meet our leadership team, which comprises a Board of Directors, Executive Leadership, and Clinical Leadership—committed to the health and well-being of our communities.
Join the Lamprey Team
Explore career opportunities at Lamprey Health Care. Our benefits include things such as a Paid day off for your birthday, monthly drawings for perfect attendance, free short-term and long-term disability, competitive medical benefits, and much more!
Awards, Accreditation, & Recognition
For more than 50 years, Lamprey Health Care has been a leader in community health, both within the state and across the country. Our Board of Directors, Executive Team, and Clinical Team have all won numerous awards for their dedication and excellence in the field of health care.
The Power of Purposeful Partnerships
“SMART” Choices; Healthy Outcomes
Lamprey focuses on researching and utilizing technology that enhances patient outcomes both medically and experientially during Lamprey visits. We stay at the forefront of technology use in a healthcare setting to improve patient access, overall health and medical outcomes.
Southern New Hampshire Area Health Education Center
Accredited provider of continuing education. We strive to provide learning opportunities for health professionals and community members on a wide variety of topics.
Seacoast Public Health Network
Mission to strengthen public health partnerships in emergency preparedness, community health, and substance misuse prevention to better serve our communities.
Join Us at Lamprey Health Care and Community Events
At Lamprey Health Care, our events are more than just gatherings—they’re powerful opportunities to connect, inspire, and make a difference.
We host and promote events that:
- Raise awareness about our comprehensive wrap-around services
- Welcome mission-driven individuals into our community
- Generate essential funding to sustain life-saving medical and behavioral health programs for our most vulnerable neighbors
Contact Lamprey Health Care
See contact details for each location. If you wish to visit one of our Mobile Health Services sites, please check the schedule to confirm availability, no appointment needed!
Our Value Statement
Lamprey Health Care celebrates differences. Our commitment to ensuring access to medical and behavioral health services for every one of our patients motivates us to meet our mission every day. We work with compassion, empathy and kindness, listening closely to patients while providing excellent medical care.
Our History
Lamprey Health Care was founded in 1971 in Newmarket, NH, as an information and referral service to connect people to health services. Today, we are the largest federally qualified health center (FQHC) in New Hampshire with locations in Newmarket, Raymond, and Nashua, providing critical, integrated health care and support services to about 17,000 patients regardless of their ability to pay.
Our dedicated health professionals ensure each cherished patient has access to high-quality healthcare services.
Founded in 1971
Founded in 1971 by a group of concerned citizens, Lamprey Health Care began as an information and referral service to connect people to health services. The group quickly realized the need for more community-based service providers.
1972 - 1973
In 1972, the group started the Senior Transportation program, and in 1973, the first primary care office opened in Newmarket, NH.
Location Expansion
In 1981, the organization added a location in Raymond, NH. Over the decades, the Newmarket and Raymond centers moved and expanded facility space to meet the growing community needs. In 2000, the Nashua Center was added, located in the downtown area.
Added Programs & Services
Prenatal care was added in the 80s and school-based dental care in the 90s. In the 2000s, we added integrated behavioral health, substance use disorder services, medication-assisted therapy, and the Nurse Practitioner Fellowship Program.
2025
Became the largest FQHC in New Hampshire, serving 17,000 patients in 40 communities. Awarded 4 HRSA awards recognizing excellence in patient care and health outcomes. Awarded 2 American Heart Association GOLD Awards for patient control in Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Levels.
2024
Co-CEO Model
2024 marked the first full year of our Co-CEO model, a partnership balancing mission and financial sustainability. The model combines complementary skills and perspectives, fostering a solid and balanced approach when navigating an often uncertain landscape, which results in cost savings and marked progress toward strategic goals.
Collaborations
We have also grown our community collaborations. In 1997, we established the Southern NH Area Health Education Center, and in 2015 we became the fiscal agent for the Seacoast Public Health Network.
Partnerships With Purpose
Increasing collaboration with like-minded organizations across medical, dental, educational and social services sectors to offer affordable access to care and resources that elevate the patient experience and set the stage for better health outcomes.
Technology
Launched a strategic focus on researching and using technology and AI that improve patient outcomes medically and experientially.
Future of Lamprey
As we look to the future, we’re excited to build on our legacy of exceptional, compassionate, individualized medical service while launching a bold new three-year strategic plan.
