Meadow City Family Clinic is a local family-owned primary care practice providing compassionate, personalized healthcare services to patients of all ages. Our experienced team of medical professionals is dedicated to promoting the overall well-being of your family through preventive care, chronic disease management, and personalized treatment plans.
Owners John Fernandez and Jenny Nation, MSN, FNP are dedicated to serving their communities and assuring that all individuals have access to quality medical care.
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Family Nurse Practitioner
Hormone Therapy
Medical Aesthetics
Weight Management
Melanie Chavez ia a certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of diverse experience in healthcare. Originally from Mora, New Mexico, she began her nursing career in 2010 after earning her Associates Degree in Nursing from Luna Community College. She la
Family Nurse Practitioner
Hormone Therapy
Medical Aesthetics
Weight Management
Melanie Chavez ia a certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of diverse experience in healthcare. Originally from Mora, New Mexico, she began her nursing career in 2010 after earning her Associates Degree in Nursing from Luna Community College. She later obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Eastern New Mexico University and went on to earn Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Walden University, becoming a certified Family Nurse Practitioner in 2021.
Melanie has held several clinical and leadership roles throughout her career, including Director of Nursing (DON) and assistant DON. She gained extensive hands-on experience in medical-surgical units and spent the majority of her RN career in the Emergency Department at the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH), a top trauma and academic center in the state.
Currently practicing at Meadow City, she provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for patients across the lifespan-from newborns to older adults. She holds specialist certifications in hormone replacement therapy (HRT), aesthetic injectables (BOTOX and dermal fillers), and medical weight loss. Her approach is personalized and integrative, focusing on both internal wellness and external confidence.
As a provider, Melanie is committed to delivering patient-centered care, fostering collaboration with other healthcare professionals, and staying current with the latest advancements in nursing practice. She plans to further her education by pursuing a Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) in the coming years.
Outside of work, Melanie enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the outdoors, and traveling-activities that help her maintain balance and stay connected to what matters most.
New Provider
Lyrisa Sanchez, FNP-C
Hormone Therapy
Weight Management
Holistic interest
Bilingual (Spanish)
Lyrisa began her medical career in 2004 as a Certified Nurse Assistant(CNA), where her growing interest in medicine and the satisfaction of nursing led her to pursue and achieve her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Registered Nurse (RN)
New Provider
Lyrisa Sanchez, FNP-C
Hormone Therapy
Weight Management
Holistic interest
Bilingual (Spanish)
Lyrisa began her medical career in 2004 as a Certified Nurse Assistant(CNA), where her growing interest in medicine and the satisfaction of nursing led her to pursue and achieve her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Registered Nurse (RN) qualifications. Her extensive nursing experience spans various specialties, including Emergency Room (ER), inpatient (IP), Pain Management, and Home Health Care.
Over the years, Lyrisa has taken on diverse leadership roles notably serving as Director of Nursing, overseeing four clinics and contributing to the establishment of school-based health clinics. She furthered her education, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Aspen University, followed by a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University with a concentration in Family Practice. She is board-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
Lyrisa graduated with honors and was induced into the National Society of Leadership and Success. She is also a proud member of Walden Sigma Theta Tau.
With over 20 years of experience in our rural area, Lyrisa has deep family roots in Eastern and Northern New Mexico which allows her to bring valuable bilingual Spanish skills to the team. Her practice is dedicated patients of all ages.
Lyrisa has a particular interest in Holistic care, having attended several classes in the field and plans to continue her education in the future. She is currently certified in hormone replacement therapy (HRT), replenishing hormones in individuals that have been diminished during the natural hormone decline (menopause, andropause) and is working toward becoming CDL certified to provide physical examinations for medical CDL licensees.
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Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
VFC coordinator
Vaxcare support staff
Team Lead
Brittney Salinas is a Registered Medical Assistant with over seven years of hands on experience in the healthcare industry.
Brittney is a dedicated and compassionate RMA.
From Las Vegas, New Mexico, she began her journey after receiving her medical assisting degr
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
VFC coordinator
Vaxcare support staff
Team Lead
Brittney Salinas is a Registered Medical Assistant with over seven years of hands on experience in the healthcare industry.
Brittney is a dedicated and compassionate RMA.
From Las Vegas, New Mexico, she began her journey after receiving her medical assisting degree from Southern Technical College in Fort Myers, Florida. Soon after obtaining her degree she moved back home to serve her community to prove her dedication in patient care, medical administration and emergency response. She began her career at Sunrise Clinics, working with Dr Tafoya, where she developed a strong foundation in patient care, administrative support and clinical procedures.
Brittney also holds an Associates Degree in Medical Billing and coding equipping her with a well-rounded understanding of both clinical and administrative aspects of healthcare.
Her commitment to delivering high-quality patient care, along with her attention to detail and strong communication skills makes her a valuable asset to any medical team.
Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her family (especially her two babies), reading and attending football games, "GO BRONCOS!"
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
VFC support staff
Vaxcare coordinator
Delicia is a local artist whose dedication to community service began in 2010 when she took on the role of Custodian at AVRH. After a few years, she sought to expand her knowledge and consequently served as a Registered Medical Assistant at El Centro Family Health for t
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
VFC support staff
Vaxcare coordinator
Delicia is a local artist whose dedication to community service began in 2010 when she took on the role of Custodian at AVRH. After a few years, she sought to expand her knowledge and consequently served as a Registered Medical Assistant at El Centro Family Health for three years.
Currently, she is employed at MCFC. She is currently pursuing her phlebotomy certification through Allied Health.
She is committed to continuous learning to ensure that her primary objective of serving her community is done diligently with a caring and compassionate personality.
Receptionist
Team Lead
Agnes Hern is a receptionist known for her friendly demeanor, professionalism and dedication to patient care.
She currently supports the front desk team with warmth and efficiency, helping create a welcoming environment for evert patient and visitor.
Agnes brings a well-rounded background to her role, having previously
Receptionist
Team Lead
Agnes Hern is a receptionist known for her friendly demeanor, professionalism and dedication to patient care.
She currently supports the front desk team with warmth and efficiency, helping create a welcoming environment for evert patient and visitor.
Agnes brings a well-rounded background to her role, having previously worked at Direct Healthcare Home Health where she still serves on a daily basis, as well as spending three years working for the City of Las Vegas.
In addition to her strong administrative and healthcare experience, Agnes holds a Pharmacy Technician Certification giving her a solid foundation in medication knowledge and healthcare operations. Driven by a passion for hands-on patient care and long term growth in the medical field she is currently focused on getting into nursing school to pursue her goal of becoming a Registered Nurse (RN).
Agnes' blend of public service, healthcare knowledge and a welcoming presence at the front desk makes her an asset to both her patients and her team. Her commitment to helping others continues to guide her path forward in the healthcare profession.
Patient Intake Specialist
Medical Records
Receptionist
The newest member of our team.
Courtney is a friendly and efficient Front Desk Specialist with professionalism and dedication to patient care.
She currently supports the front desk team with warmth and efficiency bringing over five years of experience providing excellent customer service.T
Patient Intake Specialist
Medical Records
Receptionist
The newest member of our team.
Courtney is a friendly and efficient Front Desk Specialist with professionalism and dedication to patient care.
She currently supports the front desk team with warmth and efficiency bringing over five years of experience providing excellent customer service.Taking pride in creating a welcoming environment to ensure a positive first impression for all visitors.
Throughout her career, Courtney has successfully held her roles involving management skills, team leadership, training new employees and consistently contributing contributing to organizational growth and team success. She is known for being a team player with excellent communication and problem solving abilities.
Clinic Manager
Billing
Prior Authorizations
Medical Records
"The OG" Our only original team member from the clinic when directed under Lacy Houdeck, MSN, FNP
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Clinic/Staff Management
Patient Care Advocate
"Jack of all Trades"
Clarissa Antrillo is our Front Desk (reception) and Chronic Care Management (CCM) manager. She is a highly skilled and detail-oriented Healthcare Front Desk Manager with over ten years of experience in managing patient services and administrative functions within the clinic
Clinic/Staff Management
Patient Care Advocate
"Jack of all Trades"
Clarissa Antrillo is our Front Desk (reception) and Chronic Care Management (CCM) manager. She is a highly skilled and detail-oriented Healthcare Front Desk Manager with over ten years of experience in managing patient services and administrative functions within the clinic setting. Throughout her career, Clarissa has been instrumental in creating efficient workflows, ensuring a positive patient experience, and maintaining seamless operations in fast-paced environments such as private practices, clinics, and medical offices.
With a proven track record in managing front office operations, she excels at supervising front desk staff, scheduling appointments, handling patient inquiries, and ensuring that all administrative tasks are completed with precision and professionalism. Known for her exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, Clarissa plays a key role in maintaining high standards of patient satisfaction, confidentiality, and care.
In addition to overseeing day-to-day front desk functions, she works closely with clinical teams, insurance companies, and management to ensure that all patient-related processes, from check-in to check-out are efficient and accurate. She is dedicated to fostering a welcoming, empathetic atmosphere that makes patients feel comfortable and valued from the moment they walk in.
Clarissa holds a certificate in customer service training and HIPPA compliance, and is committed to continuous improvement through ongoing professional development. As a part of her commitment to enhancing the healthcare experience, she constantly seeks new ways to streamline office operations, reduce wait times, and improve patient communication.
Clarissa is committed to improving the quality of life for individuals living with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD, by providing personalized care coordination and support. Clarissa is committed to reducing hospital admissions and ER visits by monitoring patient progress through regular follow-up phone calls to ensure that patients are adhering to their care plans and preventing complications. In this role she takes pride in serving as a patient advocate further bonding their relationships with their specialists and Primary Care Providers.
Outside of her professional life, she enjoys camping, spending time with family, watching movies, and taking random road trips with her husband and two kids.
Billing and Coding Specialist
Retired but working with us>>>>
Fran Sandoval is our Billing and Coding Specialist with 48 years of experience in the Medical Field. She began her medical career in Respiratory Therapy in a
Hospital setting.
Her experience later led to her working for a Medical Practice specializing in Pediatrics and Obstetrics.
Billing and Coding Specialist
Retired but working with us>>>>
Fran Sandoval is our Billing and Coding Specialist with 48 years of experience in the Medical Field. She began her medical career in Respiratory Therapy in a
Hospital setting.
Her experience later led to her working for a Medical Practice specializing in Pediatrics and Obstetrics. Fran was inspired to seek more education where she received her RMA certification from University of Kansas, and later her Registered Radiologic Technologist certification from UNM, Albuquerque NM.
With this experience she was hired to managed a moderate complexity CLIA certified physician laboratory.
She then went on to a new family practice setting where she utilized her experiences and continued to perform nursing duties and radiology while also filling the position of Office Manager.
After 23 years, she took on a new role of Medical Billing and Coding for the family Practice and management of the billing department. After retiring (the first time) from the family practice, she proceeded to do the medical billing for a Pain Management Practice for 2 years. After a short re-retirement, she joined our team in July 2024.
Her best and blessed accomplishments are her 2 sons and 4 grandchildren-