Community-voted awards recognize Emerald Harring, LMSW and Sam Dyste, PA-C
Bellaire and East Jordan Family Health Centers are proud to celebrate two providers who have been named 2026 Red Hot Best winners by Traverse Magazine/MyNorth.
Sam Dyste, PA-C was recognized as Red Hot Best Primary Care Provider, and Emerald Harring, LMSW was recognized as Red Hot Best Therapist, Counselor in the Charlevoix & The Chain of Lakes region.
The Red Hot Best awards are voted on by readers and highlight the people, places, and businesses that help make Northern Michigan such a special place to live and work. This recognition is especially meaningful because it comes from the community our health centers are honored to serve.
Sam Dyste, PA-C is part of the Bellaire Family Health Center Primary Care team, providing primary care to patients through preventive visits, ongoing care, and support for long-term health needs. Primary care is often the first step in helping patients stay well, manage chronic conditions, and connect with the right care at the right time.
Emerald Harring, LMSW is part of the Bellaire Family Health Center Behavioral Health team. Through integrated behavioral health services, Emerald helps support patients’ emotional and mental well-being as part of whole-person care.
“At Bellaire and East Jordan Family Health Centers, we know that strong relationships are at the heart of good care. We are proud to see Emerald and Sam recognized by the community for the compassion, dedication, and professionalism they bring to their work every day.”
The health centers extend a heartfelt congratulations to Emerald and Sam and thank the community for recognizing the important role local providers play in supporting the health and well-being of Northern Michigan.
