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Central Medical Associates
Quality Primary Care
Independent & physician-led since 2016
Comprehensive care, under one roof, for every generation.
Patients are central to our mission.
Central Medical Associates brings primary care, on-site diagnostics and laboratory services, and mental health care together across five Hardin County locations — plus telehealth visits — unbound by outside interests, and driven solely by what's best for our patients.
Accepting new patients
All insurances accepted
Telehealth visits available
5Locations — 4 in Elizabethtown, 1 in Radcliff
12Physicians & advanced practice clinicians
2016Founded through four practices, joined as one
On-siteFull lab & diagnostic suite
Our story
Four practices. One purpose.
Central Medical Associates was established in 2016 through the amalgamation of the practices of Dr. Movania, Dr. Ahmed, Dr. Quadri, and Dr. Nasir. The goal was simple: consolidate resources and expand our capabilities to comprehensively serve our patients under one roof.
While changes in the clinical landscape have since led us to step away from rehabilitation and radiology services, our commitment to comprehensive care remains. Today, alongside dedicated primary care, we continue to offer robust diagnostic and laboratory services — and we're proud to have recently expanded into mental health care.
2016
Central Medical Associates is founded
Drs. Movania, Ahmed, Quadri, and Nasir combine their independent practices into one group, consolidating resources to better serve patients.
Since
A focus on what matters most
As the clinical landscape changed, CMA stepped away from rehabilitation and radiology services to sharpen its focus on primary care and diagnostics.
Today
Primary care, labs, and now mental health
CMA offers comprehensive primary care at two locations, a full on-site lab and diagnostic suite in Elizabethtown, and a growing mental health service line.
Recently
Welcoming new clinicians
CMA is honored to have recently welcomed Patricia Williams, APRN — the most experienced Nurse Practitioner in Hardin County — and Kelly Keplinger Page, APRN, to the growing practice.
Our mission
“Central Medical Associates is an independent primary care practice dedicated to serving patients across every generation. Our mission is to provide compassionate, comprehensive care with a specialized focus on managing complex chronic conditions. Unbound by outside interests, our clinical decisions are driven solely by what is best for our patients.”Central Medical Associates — Mission Statement
What we offer
Care built around the whole patient.
From routine wellness to the ongoing management of complex chronic conditions, our clinicians work as one team across every location.
01 — Primary Care
Family & Internal Medicine
Comprehensive primary care for patients of every age, from pediatric wellness to geriatric support.
- Annual wellness exams & sports physicals
- Chronic disease management
- Acute & sick visits
- Geriatric & addiction medicine
- Telehealth visits available
02 — Diagnostics
Lab & Diagnostic Suite
A full on-site laboratory and diagnostic suite at our Elizabethtown main office, for fast, coordinated results.
- On-site laboratory testing
- Diagnostic imaging support
- Results delivered via patient portal
03 — New
Mental Health Care
Compassionate psychiatric and mental health support, integrated with your primary care.
- Psychiatric evaluation
- Ongoing mental health management
- Care coordinated with your primary clinician
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Services provided
Find us
Five locations, one connected team.
We see patients at five locations — four in Elizabethtown and one in Radcliff — plus telehealth visits for patients who can't make it in person.
CMA — NASIR
CMA — QUADRI
CMA — AHMED
CMA — MOVANIA, RADCLIFF
CMA — FHH
Elizabethtown
1311 Ring Road
1311 Ring RoadElizabethtown, KY 42701
Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
CMA — Quadri, Suite 105 · 270‑769‑0892
Syed Quadri, MD, FACP
Beth Morrow, PA-C
Erica Powell, APRN
CMA — Nasir, Suite 101 · 270‑900‑4555
Mujahid Nasir, MD
Elizabethtown
1321 Ring Road
1321 Ring RoadElizabethtown, KY 42701
Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
CMA — Ahmed, Suite 107 · 270‑986‑7392
Ayaz Ahmed, MD, FACP
Tanya Revor, APRN
Carrie Westbrook, APRN
CMA — Psychiatry, Suite 105 · 270-982-2002
Nancy Allen, PMHNP, FNP
CMA — Labs, Suite 105 · 270‑982‑2027
On-site laboratory & diagnostic services
Elizabethtown
Family Healing and Health — FHH
5900 N Dixie HighwayElizabethtown, KY 42701
270‑737‑1215
270‑737‑1215
Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Patricia Williams, APRN
Kelly Keplinger‑Page, APRN
Radcliff
CMA — Movania
700 W Lincoln Trail BlvdRadcliff, KY 40160
270‑351‑3192
270‑351‑3192
Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Jawed Movania, MD
Anita Simpson, APRN
Our team
Meet our physicians & clinicians.
Twelve physicians and advanced practice clinicians, sharing decades of combined experience across Hardin County.
Syed Quadri, MD, FACP
Internal Medicine
Accepting new patients
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Dr. Syed Quadri has been a dedicated member of the CMA team since 2016, with a career spanning 42 years. He specializes in evaluating and managing complex medical conditions in adult patients.
He began his medical education at Gulbarga University in India (1984) and completed advanced training in Internal Medicine at Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan (1997). He has practiced in Kentucky since 1998.
Dr. Quadri served as Medical Director of the local free clinic from 2002 until its closing in 2024, and currently serves as President of the Hardin County Medical Society.
Beth Morrow, PA-C
Internal Medicine
Accepting new patients
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Beth Morrow is a Physician Assistant-Certified with 32 years of clinical experience, having joined CMA on February 15, 2018. Her focus is on longitudinal care — the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of complex and chronic illnesses.
She graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1993 and has practiced across Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, and Family Practice throughout central Kentucky.
Beth volunteered at The Free Clinic from 2002 to 2024 and remains active in local charities, horse racing, art, gardening, and time with her children and grandchildren.
Erica Powell, APRN
Family Practice
Accepting new patients
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Originally from Radcliff, Erica Powell served as a Registered Nurse for 19 years before transitioning to advanced practice. She joined CMA in March 2020.
She holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Chamberlain University (2019) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Kaplan University (2016).
Erica's practice centers on chronic condition management and women's health — providing a supportive, empowering environment for her patients. She is currently accepting new patients.
Mujahid A. Nasir, MD
Family Practice
Accepting new patients
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Dr. Mujahid A. Nasir brings approximately 30 years of medical experience to CMA. Originally from Pakistan, he provides comprehensive primary care to patients of all ages.
He earned his medical degree in 1995 from King Edward Medical College and completed postgraduate training in Family Practice at St. Vincent Mercy Hospital in Toledo, Ohio.
His focus includes preventive care, chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, arthritis), and acute sick visits. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Ayaz Ahmed, MD, FACP
Internal Medicine
Accepting new patients
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Dr. Ayaz Ahmed has been a pillar of the Elizabethtown medical community for nearly 30 years, providing a seamless continuum of care between clinic and hospital.
He has served as Internal Medicine Hospitalist at Baptist Health Hardin since 1996, and chaired the Department of Medicine at Hardin Memorial Hospital in 2004.
Dr. Ahmed earned his medical degree at Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad, India, and completed his Internal Medicine residency at UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.
Tanya Revor, APRN
Family Practice
Accepting new patients
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Tanya Revor joined CMA in September 2018 and brings 20 years of clinical experience, with a focus on chronic condition management and long-term patient relationships.
Originally from Arvada, Colorado, she earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville (2007) and her Master's from Eastern Kentucky University (2016).
Tanya serves as a clinical preceptor for nurse practitioner students each year and volunteers as a fast-pitch softball coach in the local community.
Carrie Westbrook, APRN
Family Practice
Accepting new patients
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Carrie Westbrook is a Nurse Practitioner with a highly diverse clinical background. A Kentucky native and former military brat, her first career was as an Electronics Engineer repairing military components. Finding her passion in healthcare, she became a nurse in 2011. Carrie built a broad foundation of patient care experience—spanning geriatrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, and med-surg—before earning her NP in 2022.
Outside the clinic, she is a proud mom of three boys, an enthusiastic sideline soccer fan, and loves spending downtime at her happy place: the beach.
Jawed M. Movania, MD
Internal Medicine & Addiction Medicine
Accepting new patients
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With over 31 years of clinical experience, Dr. Jawed Movania joined CMA in 2016. Originally from Karachi, Pakistan, he bridges Internal Medicine and Addiction Medicine.
His practice is specialized in geriatrics, complex chronic conditions, and evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorders. He trained at Baylor College of Medicine (residency) and Dow Medical University (1990).
From 2002–2024, Dr. Movania volunteered at the local free clinic. Outside the clinic he enjoys gardening and fishkeeping.
Anita F. Simpson, APRN
Family Practice
Accepting new patients
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Originally from Louisiana, Anita Simpson served as a Registered Nurse for 20 years before advancing her practice. She joined CMA in August 2021 with 25 years of total nursing experience.
She holds a Master of Science in Nursing from Herzing University & Chamberlain University (2022) and has been board certified since 2021.
Anita volunteers at the local Food Bank and is deeply involved with the NAACP and the Boys & Girls Club. She is currently accepting new patients.
Patricia K. Williams, APRN
Family Practice
Accepting new patients
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With 30 years of dedicated service, Patricia Williams is recognized as the most experienced Nurse Practitioner in Hardin County. She recently joined CMA after over a decade in independent practice.
Patricia has collaborated with local physicians including Dr. Faulkner and Dr. Movania, and holds an MSN from Spalding University (1996).
Her practice reflects a whole-person, holistic philosophy, treating multiple generations of the same families over three decades.
Kelly Keplinger Page, APRN
Family Practice
Accepting new patients
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An Elizabethtown native, Kelly Keplinger Page joined CMA in 2026 with 13 years of experience as a board-certified APRN, shaped by work in Rural Health Clinics and Urgent Care.
She earned her MSN from Western Kentucky University (2013) and provides continuous care across the full age spectrum, from pediatric wellness to geriatric support.
“Being able to serve the families in my home community is a privilege. I believe in providing care that is as compassionate as it is comprehensive.”
Nancy Allen, PMHNP, FNP
Psychiatry & Mental Health
Accepting new patients
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Nancy Allen is a dual-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in Psychiatry and Mental Health, with over 15 years of clinical experience. She has cared for CMA patients since December 2024.
She earned her Bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville (1999) and her Master's from Graceland University (2011), holding PMHNP-C and FNP-BC certifications.
Originally from Wilburton, Pennsylvania, Nancy is an active member of the Elks Society and enjoys gardening in her free time.
Before your visit
Preparing for your office visit.
A little preparation helps you get the most out of your time with your clinician.
Arrival
Arrive early & check in
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete check-in. Be prepared to share any recent changes to your phone number, address, email, or insurance coverage at the front desk.
Medications
Bring your medications
- All medication bottles — prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and supplements
- A written list of current medications for your records
- A note of any medications that need to be refilled
Questions
Prepare your questions
Write down any questions or concerns ahead of time — especially anything you'd like to discuss regarding recent lab tests or diagnostic results.
Vaccinations
Stay current on immunizations
- High-dose flu vaccine available starting August 1, 2026 — recommended for seniors 65+
- Pneumococcal vaccine offered year-round
- Shingles & RSV vaccines available — ask about age-appropriate timing
- Bring records of vaccines received elsewhere so we can update your chart
- See the CDC's immunization schedules for age-based recommendations
Billing and payment information
Review copayment, coinsurance, self-pay discount, payment-plan, and financial-hardship information.
Connect through our patient portal
Review lab, imaging, and procedure results, message your care team, and request refills — all in one secure place.
Patient education
Health Library
Plain-language guides from our care team on the conditions, services, and preventive care that matter most to our patients — across every generation.
Preventive care
Chronic conditions
Mental health
Vaccines
Diagnostics
Addiction medicine
Preventive care
What to Expect at Your Annual Wellness Exam
Your yearly wellness visit is one of the most effective tools for catching problems early, before they become harder to treat.
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An annual wellness exam gives your clinician a full picture of your health — from blood pressure and weight to bloodwork and age-appropriate cancer screenings. It's also the best time to update your medication list, discuss any new symptoms, and talk through your family history.
Bring a list of your current medications and any questions you've been meaning to ask. If it's been a while since your last visit, your clinician may recommend catching up on routine labs or screenings during this appointment.
Chronic conditions
Living Well With a Chronic Condition
Hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol are manageable with the right care plan and regular follow-up.
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Chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol often have no obvious symptoms, which is why regular monitoring matters. Our clinicians work with you to build a long-term plan — combining medication management, lifestyle guidance, and routine labs — rather than treating each visit in isolation.
Consistency is key. Keeping scheduled follow-ups, taking medications as prescribed, and reporting new symptoms promptly all help keep chronic conditions from progressing.
Vaccines
Flu Season: Understanding the High-Dose Vaccine
Starting August 1, our clinic offers the high-dose flu vaccine, especially recommended for seniors over 65.
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As we age, our immune response to the standard flu vaccine can weaken. The high-dose flu vaccine is formulated to produce a stronger immune response in adults 65 and older, offering better protection during flu season.
If you've received a flu shot elsewhere — at a pharmacy or workplace clinic — bring your record with you so we can update your chart and avoid duplicate doses.
Vaccines
Shingles & RSV: Vaccines Worth Asking About
Two vaccines that often get overlooked, but matter a great deal for adults as they age.
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Shingles can cause painful, long-lasting nerve pain, and becomes more common with age. RSV, once thought of mainly as a childhood illness, can cause serious respiratory illness in older adults as well.
Both vaccines are age- and risk-dependent. Ask your clinician at your next visit whether you're due, especially if you're 50 or older or manage a chronic health condition.
Mental health
Why We Integrate Mental Health Into Primary Care
Mental and physical health are connected — which is why our psychiatric care is coordinated with your primary clinician.
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Conditions like depression and anxiety often show up alongside physical symptoms — fatigue, sleep changes, or trouble managing a chronic illness. Having mental health care coordinated with your primary care team means fewer gaps and a more complete picture of your overall health.
Our psychiatric and mental health clinician works alongside your primary clinician, so your care plan — medications included — stays consistent across every visit.
Diagnostics
Skin Checks: What a Biopsy Can (and Can't) Tell You
A new or changing spot on your skin is worth mentioning — most are harmless, but a quick check offers peace of mind.
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Not every mole or spot needs a biopsy, but any that are new, changing in size or color, or don't heal are worth having a clinician look at. A skin biopsy is a minor, in-office procedure used to examine tissue more closely when something looks uncertain.
Most biopsy results are benign. Either way, having a spot checked is a simple way to catch something early, when it's most treatable.
Addiction medicine
Substance Use Disorder: Compassionate, Judgment-Free Care
Recovery is a medical process, not a moral one — and treatment works best when it's part of your ongoing primary care.
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Substance use disorder is a chronic medical condition, and treating it well takes the same long-term, judgment-free approach we bring to any other chronic condition. Our addiction medicine care focuses on evidence-based treatment and steady, ongoing support.
If you or a loved one is struggling, reaching out to your clinician is a confidential first step — treatment plans are built around your specific situation and goals.
Chronic conditions
Remote Monitoring: Managing Chronic Care From Home
For patients managing ongoing conditions, remote physiological monitoring adds an extra layer of visibility between visits.
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Remote physiological monitoring uses at-home devices — like blood pressure cuffs or glucose monitors — to share readings with your care team between office visits. This helps your clinician spot trends early and adjust your care plan without waiting for your next appointment.
Ask your clinician if remote monitoring is a good fit for the condition you're managing.
Preventive care
Urgent Care vs. the ER: Knowing Where to Go
Not every health concern needs the emergency room. Knowing the difference can save you time — and money.
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Urgent care is the right choice for issues that need same-day attention but aren't life-threatening — minor injuries, infections, or a sudden illness. The emergency room is for serious, potentially life-threatening situations, like chest pain, difficulty breathing, or major injuries.
When in doubt about a symptom, calling your clinician's office first can help you decide the safest, most appropriate place to be seen.
Please note
This Health Library is provided for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always talk with your Central Medical Associates clinician about questions specific to your health.
From our practice
News & announcements.
What's new at Central Medical Associates — new clinicians, expanded services, and seasonal reminders.
2026
New clinician
Welcoming Kelly Keplinger Page, APRN
An Elizabethtown native with 13 years of experience joins our Family Healing and Health (FHH) location.
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Central Medical Associates is proud to welcome our newest clinical staff member, Kelly Keplinger Page, APRN. An Elizabethtown native, Kelly brings 13 years of experience — shaped by work in Rural Health Clinics and Urgent Care — back to her hometown.
Kelly practices Family Medicine at our FHH location, providing continuous care for patients across the entire age spectrum, from pediatric wellness to geriatric support.
Recent
Expanded services
Now Offering Mental Health Care
CMA has expanded into psychiatry and mental health, coordinated directly with your primary care team.
Read more
We're proud to announce our recent expansion into mental health care. Nancy Allen, PMHNP, FNP, a dual-certified nurse practitioner with over 15 years of experience, now provides dedicated psychiatric and mental health care at our Ring Road location.
Mental health care is coordinated directly with your primary clinician, so your care plan — medications included — stays consistent across every visit.
Starting Aug 1, 2026
Seasonal reminder
High-Dose Flu Vaccine Now Available
Our clinics begin offering the high-dose seasonal flu vaccine, especially recommended for seniors 65 and older.
Read more
Starting August 1, 2026, our clinics will offer seasonal influenza vaccinations, including the high-dose flu vaccine highly recommended for all seniors over the age of 65.
We also offer the pneumococcal vaccine year-round, and encourage patients to ask about age-appropriate Shingles and RSV vaccinations at their next visit.
Recent
New clinician
Patricia Williams, APRN Joins Our Team
The most experienced Nurse Practitioner in Hardin County brings 30 years of care to our growing practice.
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Central Medical Associates is proud to welcome Patricia K. Williams as the newest addition to our clinical team. With 30 years of dedicated service, Patricia holds the distinction of being the most experienced Nurse Practitioner in Hardin County.
Patricia specializes in Family Medicine, offering comprehensive, whole-person care for patients of all ages — from K-12 students to seniors.
Ongoing
Practice update
All Insurances Accepted — New Patients Welcome
A reminder that every CMA location accepts all insurances and is currently welcoming new patients.
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Whether you're establishing care for the first time or transferring records from another practice, our team is ready to help. All insurances are accepted, and new patients are always welcome across every CMA location.
Call your preferred location directly to schedule, or use the Patient Portal for non-urgent requests.
Reminder
Patient portal
Sign Up for the HEALOW Patient Portal
Review results, message your care team, and request refills securely — all from your phone or computer.
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We highly encourage all patients to sign up for HEALOW, our secure patient portal. Through HEALOW, you can review results from labs, imaging, and procedures, communicate directly with your care team, and request medication refills quickly and easily.
Need help signing up? Ask our front desk staff at your next visit, and we'll be happy to help.
Patient information
Billing & Payments
Central Medical Associates is committed to making billing and payment arrangements as clear and manageable as possible.
Billing Office270-982-2015Where payments may be made
Payments may be made at any Central Medical Associates office or through the billing office, either in person or by telephone.
Payment plans
Payment plans are available for patients with a large outstanding balance who are unable to pay the full amount at one time. Please contact the office to discuss an arrangement.
Financial hardship
Charges may be reduced or waived in cases of documented financial hardship. Each request is reviewed by the applicable office on a case-by-case basis.
Self-pay discounts
Every Central Medical Associates office offers a self-pay discount for services furnished by Central Medical Associates. Contact your office before or at the time of service for details.
Please do not interrupt your medical care
Patients who have lost insurance coverage are strongly encouraged to contact the office rather than postpone or discontinue needed care. We will work with you to explore an appropriate arrangement so healthcare can continue to be provided regardless of your immediate ability to pay.
Focus On…
Heat Exhaustion: Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
Heat exhaustion occurs when the body loses too much water and salt, usually through heavy sweating. It can progress to life-threatening heat stroke if it is not recognized and treated promptly.
Common symptoms
Symptoms may include heavy sweating, headache, dizziness or lightheadedness, weakness, unusual fatigue, irritability, thirst, nausea or vomiting, muscle cramps, rapid heartbeat, elevated body temperature, and decreased urination.
Prevention
Drink fluids regularly, take frequent breaks in a cool or shaded place, wear lightweight and light-colored clothing, avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day, and gradually increase exposure when returning to outdoor work or exercise. Never leave children, older adults, or pets in a parked vehicle.
Immediate treatment
Move the person to a cooler location, have them rest, loosen or remove unnecessary clothing, cool the skin with wet cloths, misting, or a cool shower, and provide cool water or an electrolyte drink if they are alert and not vomiting. Do not resume strenuous activity that day.
Heat stroke is an emergency
Call 911 immediately for confusion, disorientation, slurred speech, fainting, seizures, inability to drink, very high body temperature, or hot skin that may be dry or heavily sweating. Begin rapid cooling while waiting for emergency help. Do not give fluids to a person who is confused, unconscious, or unable to swallow safely.
Sources: CDC/NIOSH and OSHA guidance on heat-related illness and first aid. This information is educational and does not replace an individual medical evaluation.
Focus On…
Tick Bites: Prevention, Removal & Warning Signs
Tick activity is a major concern this season. CDC reported that weekly emergency-department visits for tick bites were higher than usual in 2026. Ticks are generally most active during the warmer months—especially April through September—but exposure can occur at any time of year.
How to protect yourself and your family
Before going outdoors
Use an EPA-registered insect repellent as directed. Treat clothing and gear with products containing 0.5% permethrin, or purchase pretreated clothing. Wear long sleeves, long pants, closed shoes, and light-colored clothing when practical.
Avoid common tick habitats
Ticks commonly live in wooded, brushy, grassy, and leaf-covered areas. Walk in the center of trails and avoid brushing against tall grass or dense vegetation.
Check promptly after exposure
Check the entire body, including the scalp, hairline, ears, underarms, waist, groin, behind the knees, and between the legs. Carefully inspect children, pets, clothing, backpacks, and outdoor gear.
Shower and handle clothing
Shower soon after returning indoors. Tumble-dry clothing on high heat when appropriate; washing alone may not kill ticks. Follow garment-care instructions.
How to remove a tick safely
- Use clean, fine-tipped tweezers.
- Grasp the tick as close to the skin's surface as possible.
- Pull upward with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or jerk.
- Clean the bite area and your hands with soap and water, rubbing alcohol, or hand sanitizer.
- Record the date and likely location of exposure. A clear photograph of the tick may be useful.
Do not burn the tick, cover it with petroleum jelly or nail polish, or use other methods intended to make it detach. Prompt mechanical removal with tweezers is preferred.
Illnesses associated with tick bites
RMSF
May cause fever, severe headache, muscle pain, nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain, and rash. The rash may appear late or may be absent. RMSF can become life-threatening quickly, so early medical evaluation and treatment are critical.
Ehrlichiosis
Symptoms often begin within one to two weeks and may include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, nausea, fatigue, and sometimes rash. Many patients do not remember a tick bite.
Lyme disease
Possible symptoms include fever, headache, fatigue, muscle or joint pain, swollen lymph nodes, and an expanding rash. The rash does not always look like a classic “bull's-eye,” and some patients have no recognized rash.
Alpha-gal syndrome
A tick bite can trigger a potentially serious allergy to alpha-gal, a sugar found in mammalian meat and some mammal-derived products. Reactions may be delayed for several hours after eating and can include hives, swelling, stomach symptoms, breathing difficulty, or anaphylaxis.
When to contact a clinician
Call promptly if you develop fever, rash, severe headache, marked fatigue, muscle or joint pain, facial weakness, palpitations, shortness of breath, or other new illness within days to weeks after a tick bite or after spending time in tick habitat. Tell the clinician when and where the exposure occurred. Seek emergency care for trouble breathing, swelling of the tongue or throat, fainting, confusion, severe weakness, or other signs of a serious allergic reaction or severe illness.
Sources: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance on ticks, tick-bite removal, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, ehrlichiosis, Lyme disease, and alpha-gal syndrome. This information is educational and does not replace an individual medical evaluation.