HMC Family Physiatry has opened at 3640 Main St., Suite 204, in Springfield. The office is scheduling appointments and accepting new patients.
Physiatry, or physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), treats patients with illnesses and injuries that impact mobility and day-to-day functioning with non-surgical treatments. Led by Dr. Paul Azimov, Family Physiatry will provide care for patients with chronic pain and rehabilitation needs. Common conditions that may warrant a referral to the family physiatry team include joint problems, spinal disorders, headaches, and acute pain.
Azimov completed a Bachelor of Science from Wilkes University in Pennsylvania before completing a Doctor of Osteopathy at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Pennsylvania. Azimov has been serving patients in Western Massachusetts since 2005.
Troy Chilson will join Azimov at HMC Family Physiatry. Chilson completed a Master of Science in physician assistant studies at Springfield College and has been practicing in the area since 2007. His experience includes physiatry, orthopedics, urgent care and emergency medicine.
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Tech Foundry announces that it now offers two workforce development programs for Western Massachusetts residents. Applications are open on the organization’s website.
Interested people can apply for the upcoming cohort of Tech Foundry’s IT workforce training program, now called Tech Launch, which prepares students for careers as help desk specialists, network and field technicians and other tech related roles.
In addition, Tech Foundry is also recruiting for its new Tech Bridge program, a college readiness and tech career training program for recent graduates of Holyoke, Chicopee and Springfield public schools. Tech Bridge prepares students for career paths in information technology, audio-visual and low-voltage electrical work, as well as for full-time college — or both.
To apply to Tech Launch and/or Tech Bridge, visit https://thetechfoundry.org/the-program/apply-now/. The deadline to apply for the Tech Launch program is Dec. 29.
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The Western New England University Small Business Legal Clinic is accepting applications from entrepreneurs and small business owners for free legal assistance during the spring 2026 semester.
Under faculty supervision, WNE law students provide services to clients on matters such as: choice of entity and business formation; employment policies; contract drafting; regulatory compliance; and intellectual property issues, including trademark and copyright applications.
Since its founding, the clinic has assisted more than 500 small businesses across the region.
Applications are due by Jan. 1, with services beginning in mid-January. Later applications may be considered if resources allow.
For more information or to apply online, visit wne.edu/law/centers/small-business-legal-clinic.cfm or contact Marie Fletcher, clinical programs administrator, at 413-782-1469 or mfletcher@law.wne.edu.
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Florence Bank recently announced a gift of $73,520 to the United Way of the Franklin and Hampshire Region. Florence Bank provided direct support of $50,000, and its team members pledged an additional $23,520 as part of the bank’s annual workplace campaign. The combined gift will be used to support the annual Diaper Drive, food insecurity efforts, the Ski United event and several event sponsorships.
In addition to financial support, Florence Bank will help lead the United Way’s 2026 Annual Campaign.
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Springfield Regional Chamber is accepting applications for the 2026 Springfield Leadership Institute.
Launching on Feb. 19, from 1 to 4 p.m., this year’s program features a curriculum delivered by professors from Western New England University. Participants will develop advanced skills in strategic thinking, decision-making, and change management while honing their abilities in effective communication and team building. The curriculum covers emerging issues such as AI, digital media and business analytics in leadership.
Participants will also receive an invitation to enroll in a complimentary graduate course at the WNEU College of Business upon completing the program — a benefit available only to Institute graduates.
Applications are open now but must be submitted by Feb. 6. The program will take place at the TD Bank Conference Center.
To register, or for more information, visit https:springfieldregionalchamber.com.
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The Chicopee Chamber of Commerce presented a $3,934 donation to Haven Teen Center at the Boys & Girls Club of Chicopee. The donation is a result of the annual Thriller 5K held at the end of October at Grise Funeral Home.
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MiraVista Behavioral Health Center will host a Mira & Bright nursing recruitment and recognition event on Monday, Dec. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Pilgrim Candle on Union Avenue in Westfield, in partnership with Pilgrim Candle and Flowers by Webster. The event invites local nurses to stop in for appreciation, conversation, and exploration of career opportunities.
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ConvenientMD Urgent Care will celebrate the grand opening of its newest clinic in Hadley with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, hosted in partnership with the Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at 424 Russell Street in Hadley.
The Hadley location is the company’s 50th clinic.