SPRINGDALE, Ark., Dec. 1, 2025 — Community Clinic has earned national recognition from the American Heart Association for its commitment to high-quality, evidence-based care that improves patient outcomes and reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke.

The clinic recently received three prestigious awards for excellence in managing Type 2 diabetes, cholesterol and blood pressure:

  • Target: Type 2 Diabetes – Participation Award for advancing awareness, detection and management of Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular risk factors.
  • Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol – Gold Level for delivering evidence-based statin therapy and improving cholesterol management.
  • Target: BP – Gold+ Level, the highest recognition in the program, for achieving blood pressure control in more than 70% of adult patients through accurate measurement practices.

“These achievements reflect our team’s dedication to helping patients live longer, healthier lives,” said Community Clinic CEO Judd Semingson. “We are proud to partner with the American Heart Association in this lifesaving work.”

Nearly half of U.S. adults live with some form of cardiovascular disease, often driven by diabetes, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Community Clinic’s accomplishments demonstrate leadership in prevention and patient-centered care, said Beth Jones, community impact director for the American Heart Association in Northwest Arkansas.

The awards presentation honored key leaders whose dedication drives the clinic’s success, including Judd Semingson, CEO; Daniel Hicks, lead metrics coordinator; Delise Wands, quality metrics manager; Micah Kight, revenue cycle director; Sheryl Davis, clinical educator; Gary Joslin, clinical operations director; Zarah Reed, director of site operations; Tabitha McFadden, chief human resources officer; Lisa Stafford, research director; and Jeremy Stark, behavioral health director.

Community Clinic operates 30 locations across Northwest Arkansas, providing comprehensive care including family medicine, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health and dental services.

Clinics interested in participating in the American Heart Association’s quality improvement programs and earning recognition for their care can contact Beth Jones at Beth.Jones@heart.org to learn more.

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About the American Heart Association

The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than 100 years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public’s health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook or X by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.   

For Media Inquiries

Cyd King: cyd.king@heart.org

For Public Inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721)

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