Ashton Chase, FNP-C

  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Family Medicine
Speaks: English
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34th Street Community Health Center
Comprehensive Care Center
South Bakersfield Community Health Center
Arvin Community Health Center
Elm Community Health Center
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About Ashton

Ashton Chase, FNP-BC, is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with specialized expertise in HIV care, PrEP, hepatitis C treatment, and addiction medicine. A proud Bakersfield native, she is deeply committed to serving the Kern County community through compassionate, patient-centered care.

Ms. Chase is a passionate advocate for HIV awareness and treatment, dedicating her career to improving the lives of individuals living with HIV through education, clinical support, and specialized medical services. She also leads a dedicated street medicine team that provides essential healthcare directly to individuals experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.

At Clinica Sierra Vista, Ms. Chase plays a vital role in advancing public health initiatives, including efforts to reduce community viral load through the Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) campaign, eliminate hepatitis C, and expand access to HIV prevention services across the region.

Experience

American Association of Nurse Practitioners

  • 2019 to current

American Academy of HIV Medicine

  • 2024 to current

Board Certification

  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
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Program Objectives

  • At least 80% of interns complete program/degree requirements within 13.5 months (150% of planned program length).
  • Of graduates who seek employment, at least 100% are employed in nutrition and dietetics or related fields within 12 months of graduation.
  • At least 80% of program graduates take the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists within 12 months of program completion.
  • The program’s one-year pass rate (graduates who pass the registration exam within one year of first attempt) on the CDR credentialing exam for dietitian nutritionists is at least 80%.
  • 80% of employers, who return surveys, rate graduates as “satisfactory” or “excellent” for ability to work effectively with multicultural populations from diverse backgrounds.
  • 90% of program graduates work as entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionists in community nutrition.
  • 90% of graduates work in Central Valley community programs for at least two years after graduation.

Do I Qualify for WIC?

WIC is a program that helps families with food and nutrition. Call us at (661) 862-5422 or send a message, and we’ll help you see if you qualify.

Here are some ways you might qualify:

  • You are pregnant
  • You are breastfeeding a baby who is less than one year old
  • You had a baby in the last six months
  • You have a child who is under the age of five
  • You experienced a loss of pregnancy or had a termination

You also need to think about your family’s income. Here are the monthly income limits for family sizes:

  • 1 Person: $2,413
  • 2 Persons: $3,261
  • 3 Persons: $4,109
  • 4 Persons: $4,957
  • 5 Persons: $5,805
  • More than 5 Persons: Add $848 for each additional member

This income limit is based on 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, and these amounts will be effective from April 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

Also, if you’re pregnant, the baby counts as part of your family size when figuring out if you qualify.

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Need care right away? Our health centers offer same-day appointments, and our walk-in clinics also offer extended hours. Whether you schedule ahead or stop by, we’re here to deliver fast, high-quality care when and where you need it.

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We make it easy to choose the clinic that works best for you. Keep in mind that your preferred location may mean seeing a different provider. Either way, you’ll receive compassionate, expert care from our trusted team, no matter which clinic you visit.

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Our providers work across multiple clinics to make care accessible, so their location may vary based on availability. No matter where you’re seen, you can trust our dedicated team to deliver the high-quality care you deserve.

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