WATERTOWN, NY — The North Star Health Alliance (NSHA) and North Country Orthopaedic Group (NCOG) are thrilled to announce the addition of Elizabeth (Liz) Verno, FNP-C, to the NCOG Endocrinology Clinic. Liz brings a wealth of experience as a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered endocrinology care to the North Country community.
Liz joins NCOG with extensive expertise in managing both acute and chronic medical conditions. In her most recent role at Vibrant Health FQHC, Liz provided comprehensive primary care to a diverse patient population, excelling in patient education, treatment plan development, and collaboration with healthcare teams to deliver optimal outcomes. Her vast experience also includes positions at Charleston Pain and Rehab in South Carolina, where she specialized in chronic pain management and family medicine, and UC Health in Colorado, where she provided emergency care in high-pressure environments. Liz’s commitment to patient advocacy, advanced treatment options, and care coordination will enhance the endocrinology services provided at NCOG.
Liz holds a Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner degree from the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, where she graduated with a 3.891 GPA. She is board-certified through the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and holds active APRN licenses in New York, South Carolina, and Kansas. Liz’s strong leadership qualities and adaptability in fast-changing environments will greatly benefit the growing endocrinology clinic.
Dr. Claudia Fish will begin a partial retirement at the end of October, scaling back her patient visits to two days per week. However, she will continue as Clinical Director, overseeing consultations and reviewing all new patient cases, as has been the practice in the Diabetes, Osteoporosis, and Endocrine Center. Dr. Fish’s leadership and expertise have been integral to the clinic’s success, and she will remain deeply involved in maintaining the high standards of care that patients have come to expect.
Jolene Lafrance, NP, who has been with the practice for over seven years and has more than 20 years of endocrinology experience, will continue her full-time role. Jolene’s dedication and extensive experience further strengthen the clinic’s ability to deliver exceptional care to the community. “We are excited to welcome Liz to our endocrinology team,” said Dr. Claudia Fish, Clinical Director at NCOG. “Her background in delivering high-quality, comprehensive care across various settings will be instrumental in continuing the exceptional services we offer to our patients. We are proud to have such a talented and dedicated team of providers, including Liz and Jolene, ensuring that our patients receive the best possible care.”
For more information or to schedule an appointment with Liz Verno, FNP-C, please visit https://www.ncortho.com/meet-the-providers/endocrinology/ or contact NCOG at 315-786-0224.
About North Country Orthopaedic Group
Since 1959, North Country Orthopaedic Group (NCOG) has been a leader in comprehensive orthopedic care, serving Jefferson, northern Lewis, and southern St. Lawrence counties.
