15 SmartCare Centers Now Open in Front Range Wal-Mart Supercenters

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., Feb. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartCare Family Medical Centers has completed the build-out and openings of its 15 walk-in medical centers in the Front Range area, making it easier than ever for local residents to get high quality, convenient care for minor acute illness. Additionally, in honor of National Heart Health Awareness Month (February), all SmartCare Centers will offer free heart health screenings Feb. 14 - 28.

SmartCare opened its first two Centers on Sept. 26, 2006 in Greeley and Loveland, and has since opened Centers in Aurora, Brighton, Broomfield, Centennial, Denver, Lakewood, Littleton, Parker, Thornton and Westminster. All SmartCare Centers offer extended hours and are open Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. SmartCare Centers are found in leased space within the following Wal-Mart Supercenters locations:

  * Aurora: 5650 S. Chambers Rd.; 6101 S. Aurora Pkwy; and 3301 N. Tower Rd.
  * Brighton: 60 W. Bromley Lane
  * Broomfield: 500 Summit Blvd.
  * Centennial: 10900 Briarwood Ave.
  * Denver: 7800 E. Smith Rd.
  * Greeley: 920 47th Ave.
  * Lakewood: 7455 W. Colfax Ave.
  * Littleton: 13420 Coal Mine Ave.
  * Loveland: 1325 N. Denver Ave.
  * Parker: 11101 S. Parker Rd.
  * Thornton: 9901 Grant St.
  * Westminster: 9499 Sheridan Blvd.; and 200 W. 136th Ave.

"We are proud to announce the completion of our Front Range build-out and look forward to continuing to serve Coloradoans with convenient access to quality healthcare," said Lawrence W. Hay, chief executive officer of SmartCare.

To celebrate the Center openings and recognize National Heart Health Awareness Month, SmartCare will offer free "Heart Health" medical screenings -- valued at $45 per screening -- Feb. 14 - 28 to guests at any of its 15 SmartCare Centers in Colorado. Free Heart Health screenings include:

  * Cholesterol Screenings -- High cholesterol can be deadly as it can lead
    to heart disease and stroke without symptoms.  SmartCare is offering a
    simple, non-fasting cholesterol screening for free or a complete lipid
    panel, which requires an 8-hour fast, for a reduced price of $15.

  * Blood Pressure Analysis -- People can have high blood pressure and not
    even know it.  High blood pressure is very dangerous and can lead to
    heart attacks, heart disease, strokes or kidney disease.  SmartCare is
    offering this important screening at no cost.

  * Body Fat Analysis -- An excess amount of body fat can lead to many
    health problems and poor body image.  SmartCare is offering a free a
    body fat analysis and healthy diet/exercise tips.

"Wal-Mart serves as a destination for millions of families and individuals who can benefit from more convenient, affordable access to quality healthcare," Alicia Ledlie, director of health business development for Wal-Mart. "We are pleased to invite SmartCare into more of our stores to meet the basic and preventive health needs of these communities and Wal-Mart customers."

About SmartCare Family Medical Centers

Colorado-based SmartCare Family Medical Centers operates retail healthcare centers throughout the country. It was formed in 2004 by a group of medical and business professionals from TIVIS Ventures. SmartCare aims to revolutionize the experience and delivery of healthcare by being the premier provider of specific-scope retail healthcare that offers convenience along with quality care from dedicated health professionals focused on families' everyday medical needs. SmartCare's practitioners provide treatment for minor acute illnesses, blood tests, physicals and screenings, while emphasizing wellness and quality of medical care. Guest education is part of every visit. No appointment is necessary, and centers accept most health insurance plans and self-pay and offer extended hours -- including evenings and weekends. SmartCare has plans to open up to 1,050 centers within five years. For more information, visit http://www.smartcarecenters.com/.